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Kiwis welcome Syrian refugees to New Zealand
Friday, 29 January 2016, 4:08 pm | World Vision New Zealand
Kiwis have come together to welcome Syrian refugees to New Zealand in a heart-warming video released by World Vision. “We can’t wait to meet you” is the sentiment expressed by Kiwis of all ages, as nearly 100 Syrian refugees arrive in New Zealand ... More >>
World Vision to bring emergency aid to refugees
Wednesday, 9 September 2015, 2:06 pm | World Vision New Zealand
World Vision is starting emergency distributions in Serbia as the international aid agency steps up its response to help hundreds of thousands of refugees fleeing to Europe, forced out of Syria by a conflict that has ground on for almost five years. More >>
World Vision appeals for funds for refugee crisis
Saturday, 5 September 2015, 10:52 am | World Vision New Zealand
World Vision has launched an appeal to raise funds for the millions in Europe and the Middle East affected by the growing refugee crisis. More >>
Comprehensive response to global refugee crisis needed
Friday, 19 June 2015, 9:26 am | World Vision New Zealand
On the eve of World Refugee Day, World Vision New Zealand has called upon the government to stop hiding behind its geographic isolation and do more to help the burgeoning numbers of refugees and displaced people. More >>
World Vision says thanks to 2015 40 Hour Famine participants
Sunday, 24 May 2015, 2:06 pm | World Vision New Zealand
The 2015 40 Hour Famine finished at midday today, putting an end to rumbling tummies and a host of other challenges the event’s 123,000 participants chose to undertake. More >>
123,000 Kiwis taking a stand against poverty this weekend
Friday, 22 May 2015, 9:14 am | World Vision New Zealand
Swimming non-stop for 40 hours, squeezing into a room with 40 other people for the weekend, going without food and sleeping without a roof over their heads are just a few of the challenges Kiwis are taking on to raise funds for this year’s World ... More >>
Labour women's caucus get behind the 40 Hour Famine
Wednesday, 20 May 2015, 10:20 am | World Vision New Zealand
Today, Labour MPs Poto Williams, Louisa Wall and Nanaia Mahuta have committed to supporting malnourished children in Bangladesh by taking part in World Vision’s 40 Hour Famine. The 40 Hour Famine is New Zealand’s largest and longest running ... More >>
Challenges in rush to help Nepal earthquake survivors
Wednesday, 29 April 2015, 10:31 am | World Vision New Zealand
World Vision is rushing supplies to those in need in Nepal, days after an earthquake hit the country, causing widespread death and damage. Approximately 5,000 lives have been lost and 8 million people have been affected by the quake. Many are in need ... More >>
Rural areas devastated by Nepal quake
Tuesday, 28 April 2015, 2:09 pm | World Vision New Zealand
World Vision teams have managed to reach some of the most remote villages outside Kathmandu; finding extensive damage and urgent need for basic survival supplies. Some of the most remote villages can be as much as a three-day walk from other towns, ... More >>
World Vision distributing vital supplies to victims of Nepal
Tuesday, 28 April 2015, 9:20 am | World Vision New Zealand
• Experts have long warned Nepal is extremely vulnerable to quakes • World Vision plans to go by vehicle, then foot to access remote communities • Staff describe people in shock, spending the night in tents as aftershocks continue World Vision ... More >>
World Vision launches appeal for victims of Nepal earthquake
Monday, 27 April 2015, 3:09 pm | World Vision New Zealand
World Vision New Zealand has launched an emergency appeal for the Nepal Earthquake, and as the death toll rises the humanitarian agency fears for those in remote regions. More >>
World Vision responding to powerful earthquake in Nepal
Sunday, 26 April 2015, 11:53 am | World Vision New Zealand
World Vision is responding to a powerful 7.5 earthquake that struck Nepal early Saturday morning. More >>
Death toll rising in Nepal following earthquake
Sunday, 26 April 2015, 11:12 am | World Vision New Zealand
A magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck Nepal on Saturday, toppling buildings and creating avalanches in the Himalayas. The national disaster management agency has declared a state of emergency and says so far, close to 900 people have died. More >>
Kiwis get behind World Vision’s response to Cyclone Pam
Thursday, 19 March 2015, 10:13 pm | World Vision New Zealand
The Vodafone Warriors have announced they’ll donate $1000 for every try they score in their NRL match against the Parramatta Eels this Saturday to World Vision’s Cyclone Pam appeal. There will also be donation boxes at the game, their first home ... More >>
World Vision reaches remote island in Vanuatu
Tuesday, 17 March 2015, 3:42 pm | World Vision New Zealand
As aid agencies begin to gain access to Vanuatu’s outer islands, the full extent of the damage from Cyclone Pam is becoming clearer. World Vision’s emergency team chartered a flight to Tanna Island on Tuesday to assess the situation there and begin ... More >>
World Vision New Zealand arrive on the ground in Vanuatu
Tuesday, 17 March 2015, 9:29 am | World Vision New Zealand
World Vision New Zealand arrive on the ground in Vanuatu to support cyclone relief effort More >>
World Vision ready with aid as deadly Cyclone Pam passes
Sunday, 15 March 2015, 9:32 am | World Vision New Zealand
Cyclone Pam has left the archipelago of Vanuatu reeling after slamming through the capital Port Vila; reportedly claiming lives and destroying homes. More >>
Kiwi celebrities take a stand against poverty
Friday, 13 March 2015, 11:53 am | World Vision New Zealand
Four celebrity teams have chosen to take a stand against poverty by signing on for this year's World Vision 40 Hour Famine. The teams will compete to raise the most money for Bangladesh which has one of the highest rates of malnutrition in the world. More >>
A year since Typhoon Haiyan
Friday, 7 November 2014, 5:28 pm | World Vision New Zealand
November 8 marks one year since the world’s strongest typhoon slammed the Philippines with unimaginable force. In the last 12 months, World Vision has reached over one million people, with a focus on ‘building back better’. More >>
Tiki Taane puts focus on former child soldiers with new song
Friday, 12 September 2014, 4:35 pm | World Vision New Zealand
Celebrated Kiwi musician Tiki Taane today releases his new song ‘Falling Angels’ in collaboration with World Vision, with all proceeds going to World Vision’s work rehabilitating former child soldiers as part of next month’s Live Below The Line ... More >>
