Central African Republic

Working With Children in Central African Republic



Coronavirus (COVID-19) impact on World Vision operations

In support of public health recommendations outlined by the World Health Organization, some sponsorship program activities have been temporarily suspended due to COVID-19. Activities may include sponsor queries and correspondence, sponsor visits, gift notifications and gift deliveries. These temporary suspensions may affect the information you receive from us in the coming weeks and months. Learn more about our response to COVID-19.
Central African Republic has faced decades-long political instability and occasional outbreaks of violence, resulting in a dire humanitarian situation for the country's roughly 5 million citizens. Ranked last on the UN’s Human Development Index, children in Central African Republic are particularly vulnerable to malnutrition, conflict and outbreaks of disease. A total of 2.3 million people are in need of assistance.
 
World Vision has been working in Central African Republic since 2014. In that time, we’ve reached over 150,000 people – mainly children – with life-saving food distribution, clean drinking water and safe spaces away from violence. We’re also been involved in identifying children who have become separated from their families and reuniting them with relatives.

You cannot sponsor a child in Central African Republic – but you can help

Unstable conditions in countries like Central African Republic make it dangerous or impossible to sponsor children there, so we’ve created another way for you to help. Our Raw Hope program provides life-saving essentials to children and families in dangerous contexts like Afghanistan, Central African Republic, Iraq, Pakistan, Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan, Syria, the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and more. Through Raw Hope, Canadians are standing with the world’s most vulnerable children.

Your impact in Central African Republic 

Together, we’re making real change in the lives of children, families and communities. Just some of what was achieved with Canadian support in the past year:
  • 94,742 frontline workers were trained in child protection issues as part of our COVID-19 response
  • 12,995 community members and medical staff were given personal protective equipment like soap, hygiene kits, and gloves
  • 2,381 hygiene kits including soap, jerry cans, and handwashing supplies were given to community members
  • 7,311 information materials about COVID-19 were shared in public places, in print, and online
  • 64,885 community members were given food assistance as part of our COVID-19 response
Results of World Vision Canada’s covid-19 response in Central African Republic (CAR), in partnership with other World Vision offices, from March to September 2020

Children and families are well nourished, protected from infection and disease and have access to essential health services.

  • 50 health workers were trained to provide quality health services, especially for women and children
  • 378,408 people including children benefited from food aid
  • 7,299 metric tons of food were distributed to children and families affected by hunger
Results achieved from October 2018 to September 2019
 
Results include programs in partnership with the World Food Programme

Adults and youth acquire knowledge and skills, and gain access to resources, to help them increase their family income.

  • 430 farmers learned techniques to improve crop and livestock production to better provide for their children and families
  • 30 savings groups are helping young people and adults save money and access loans to grow businesses or cover basic expenses
Results achieved from October 2018 to September 2019
 
Results include programs in partnership with the World Food Programme

Children and families have access to safe water and sanitation facilities, and training in hygiene practices to stay healthy.

  • 76,043 people have safe water for drinking and cooking thanks to improved water sources
  • 22 new or improved water sources are providing access to safe water, protecting children against waterborne diseases
  • 138 people learned about the importance of water safety, proper sanitation and hygiene to stay healthy
  • 38 committees are promoting sanitary behaviours and managing water supply systems to ensure long term access to clean water
Results achieved from October 2018 to September 2019
 
Results include programs in partnership with the World Food Programme

Boys and girls are safe and valued, well cared-for by their families and participating in their communities as agents of transformation.

  • 17,054 people learned about child rights and protection issues to help ensure children's safety and participation
  • 112 survivors of violence received support to help them cope with trauma and recover
Results achieved from October 2018 to September 2019
 
Results include programs in partnership with the World Food Programme
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