The first 1,000 days of life are a time of incredible vulnerability and immense potential. With the right support, a mother and her baby can survive, thrive and reach their God-given potential.

Water is more than just a physical resource for Upendo's community. It’s an answer to prayer that has transformed the lives of everyone in the village. “Water symbolises life,” says Boaz. “Water is now flowing like a river of joy in the community.”

I believe strongly in the importance of using what we have, whether that be our natural gifting and abilities, resources, time or platforms to positively impact the lives of those less fortunate than us in the world. Life isn’t about what we achieve. It’s about who we are and how we use what we have for others.

For Emanuel, education through his local Compassion centre paved the way for a brighter future. Discovering a love for welding and teaching, Emanuel and his family now live free from poverty.

Her firsthand experience of sponsoring children and funding projects through Compassion, seeing how the work is carried out by the local staff with good stewardship, diligence and integrity and the significant impact it has on the lives on the entire community means that Virginia hopes to partner with Compassion for years to come.

Poverty has a devastating impact on children, taking away their chance to learn and play, and instead leads to exploitation, violence or even death. Children are often the most vulnerable members of the community and poverty leaves them thinking that they don’t matter.

Born with albinism, Selinah, Grace, and Yona face real challenges. Here are five things they want you to know.

When it comes to their children, a mother's love can defy all odds and overcome impossible hurdles. Here are five stories of mums in the Compassion family that are an inspiration to us all.

Every continent has its own customs and quirks, including baby names! Check out the most popular ones for children in child development centres across 25 countries—there’s a lot that can be revealed with just a name.

You’ve decided to release a child from poverty in Jesus’ name. It’s a fantastic decision; one that will change a child’s life and impact yours, too. But when it comes to choosing a child to sponsor, we’re often asked “How am I meant to choose?” Faced with hundreds of photos of children in need, the decision can feel overwhelming. If you need some guidance, here are seven ways you could choose your new sponsored child.

Jumbe Araya Kilindiwa has two wives and nine children. In Maasai culture, this is the norm. But what impact does being in a polygamous family have on children?

Stories about dangerous animals always seem to grab the world’s attention. Africa, especially, is known for human-wildlife conflicts and unfortunately, sometimes children’s lives are lost. But there is one creature that takes more young lives every year than any other animal on the planet.