By giving children and their communities the knowledge, skills and tools they need to protect children against violence, sponsorship is changing lives and futures – and children themselves are leading the way. Meet 6 young change makers—inspired by their teachers, mentors, parents and sponsors—who are taking a stand against violence. 

At first, everyone thought, Jusline would not survive. But life for her began to change when her mum took her to a mobile World Vision health clinic near her home.

Around the world, one billion people live with a disability – that’s almost 15% of the global population. Of this billion, 80% are in developing countries; there are higher levels of disability among women, the poor, and the elderly. 

Even when you don’t have much in the bank, financial systems matter more than you might think. Here are 10 facts about the ripple effect financial systems have on your sponsored child’s life – and how you’re helping families tap into better money management simply by sponsoring.

At 18-years old, Immaculée overcame adversity to pursue a future in Auto Mechanics. World Vision, through our Childhood Rescue program, created a trades program that helped 90 young people including Immaculée to train in various trades such as auto mechanics, cutting and sewing, as well as men's and women's hairdressing.

Thanks to World Vision, Maman Belbiche is now able to support her children’s education and provides a better life for her family. She is grateful to World Vision for their support, which helped heal her daughter and gave her the tools to rebuild her life

“I had to do housework, wash dishes, clothes and get water to earn money and buy food for my siblings” – Cidalia, 42, mother of two and now a History teacher in Morrumbala district, Central Mozambique.

Here are 10 important facts about child protection and how sponsorship is an important part of the foundations for so many children. 

Christina Hardy, a child sponsor, recently had the opportunity to travel to Uganda alongside other sponsors and World Vision Ireland staff. Read more about her transformative experience meeting her sponsored child.