World Vision Bangladesh

World Vision is a global Christian relief, development and advocacy organisation creating lasting change in the lives of children, their families and communities living in contexts of poverty and injustice. We are committed to serve and partner with people in need. Through development, relief and advocacy, we pursue fullness of life of every child by serving the poor and oppressed regardless of religion, race, ethnicity or gender as a demonstration of God’s unconditional love of all people. Founded in 1950, World Vision is known for a global commitment to community development, disaster response, and child well-being. Since 1970, World Vision has also served children and communities living in poverty in the Bangladesh.While Bangladesh has made remarkable progress in reducing poverty, supported by sustained economic and income growth, human development and vulnerability reduction efforts, the country faces daunting challenges with about 22 million people still living below the poverty line. In accordance with the World Bank’s report in 2018, Almost 1 in 4 Bangladeshis (24.3 percent of the population) live in poverty line, and 12.9 percent of the population live in extreme poverty. More than 80 percent of the population is potentially exposed to floods, earthquakes and droughts, and more than 70 percent to cyclones.On the other hand, Children in Bangladesh are experiencing child labour and exploitation all around. A study conducted by UNICEF Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS) in 2013 says that 82% children in Bangladesh are the victim of Child Violence from age 1-14 years, 87% of children are abused and oppressed domestically, 57% of children at work and 77.1% children are the victim of violence at school.We together with our partners, donors, stakeholders, supporters and community members, are creating the opportunities for children to experience fullness of life.Stay informed and follow our updates on digital media.