World Vision UK urges new leadership to champion vulnerable children globally
World Vision UK calls on new political leaders to prioritise the world's most vulnerable children amidst global crises.
As the UK navigates a period of political transition, World Vision UK, the world's largest Christian children's charity, is calling for a steadfast commitment to the most vulnerable children worldwide. The organisation stresses the importance of keeping children at the forefront of international policy and aid.
The world’s children, our future generations, are watching.
— World Vision UK CEO, Fola Komolafe MBE DL
Fola Komolafe MBE DL, CEO of World Vision UK, highlighted the critical needs of over 412 million children globally who require humanitarian assistance. Many are facing the devastating impacts of climate crises, conflict, hunger, and displacement, exacerbated by cuts to international aid. Komolafe emphasised that this is a crucial moment for sustained focus and compassion, urging the new UK leadership to prioritise children in policy decisions.
Children living in extreme poverty are experiencing severe malnutrition, missing out on education, and are at risk without essential vaccinations. They are also vulnerable to exploitation such as child labour and child marriage. With the UK set to hold the G20 Presidency in 2027, World Vision UK sees this as a significant opportunity for the incoming leadership to champion a hopeful and ambitious vision for children everywhere, contributing to a safer and fairer future for all.
Key calls from World Vision UK:
- Prioritise children in UK policy, addressing child poverty at home and supporting vulnerable children globally.
- Adopt a joined-up approach to development, aligning diplomacy, development, and climate action for lasting change.
- Sustain UK leadership in global child-focused development and humanitarian action, protecting aid and addressing root causes of poverty and conflict.
- Protect children in crisis and conflict by strengthening UK leadership on child protection and education in emergencies.
- Champion the voices and agency of children and young people, ensuring their perspectives shape decisions affecting their futures.
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UNICEF — Official website for UNICEF, the United Nations Children's Fund.
World Bank Group — Official website for the World Bank Group, which provides data on global development and poverty.
Save the Children UK — Official website for Save the Children UK.
UNHCR — Official website for UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency.
Christian Aid — Official website for Christian Aid, a UK-based charity working to end poverty.
Child poverty statistics — UNICEF data and statistics on child poverty.
Child malnutrition statistics — World Bank overview of child malnutrition statistics.
Refugee statistics — UNHCR statistics on refugees globally.
G20 Presidency 2027 — UK government announcement regarding the 2027 G20 Presidency.