World Vision Tchad has rolled out its ambitious five-year strategy (2026–2030) to transform the lives of 3.29 million children across the country. The initiative blends humanitarian aid with long-term development and peacebuilding efforts, creating a holistic approach to address the most pressing needs of young citizens.
Unveiled during a high-level press conference in N’Djamena, the strategy was presented to media, government officials, technical partners, and financial backers. Its core objective is to reach 3.09 million of the most vulnerable children by 2030, focusing on critical areas such as health, nutrition, education, child protection, and climate resilience.
a forward-looking roadmap for chadian children
During the event, Carla Dominique Denizard, West Africa Regional Director of World Vision, described the strategy as both bold and innovative. The plan is built around the Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus, a framework that bridges emergency relief with sustainable growth and conflict prevention. « Every child in Chad deserves a life of abundance, » she stated, emphasizing the need for strong partnerships, community engagement, and alignment with local cultural and spiritual values.
She highlighted that West and Central Africa’s most fragile contexts—including Chad—face relentless challenges: insecurity, entrenched poverty, climate shocks, and large-scale displacement. To counter these, World Vision is adopting an integrated model that merges immediate humanitarian support with long-term development and peacebuilding initiatives.
The strategy aligns closely with Chad’s Vision 2030 and global development goals, including the African Union’s Agenda 2063 and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 13, and 16). Key priorities include strengthening human capital, expanding social protection, adapting to climate change, improving early-grade literacy through the Unlock Literacy program, and safeguarding children from all forms of violence.
a 20% increase in ambition for Tchad’s future
Édouard Ngoy Wangoy, National Director of World Vision Tchad, called the launch a « historic milestone » for both the organization and the children of Chad. He noted that the new strategy represents a 20% increase in ambition compared to the previous cycle, with a clear goal: to ensure that every child—especially the most vulnerable—can not just survive, but thrive by 2030.
« Our mission is simple yet profound: to give every child in Chad the opportunity to grow, learn, and live with dignity, » he said. He also underscored the country’s deep-rooted challenges: persistent poverty, widespread malnutrition, recurring humanitarian crises, and the growing impact of climate change. With nearly 42% of Chad’s population living below the poverty line, urgent action is essential to support the most exposed communities.
The 2026–2030 strategy is structured around four pillars:
- Integrated health and nutrition: A renewed focus on maternal and child health, with targeted interventions to reduce malnutrition.
- Education for all: Expansion of the Unlock Literacy initiative to improve early reading skills and school retention.
- Child protection: Strengthened systems to shield children from violence, exploitation, and abuse.
- Climate resilience: Community-based programs to help families adapt to environmental changes and reduce disaster risks.
call for collective action
Following the presentation, World Vision Tchad’s leadership issued a call to action, urging all national stakeholders—government bodies, development partners, civil society, religious and community leaders, and the media—to join forces. They stressed that only a united effort can turn today’s challenges into lasting opportunities for Chad’s children.
The organization is committed to playing a leading role in achieving Chad’s Vision 2030 and the global SDGs. Its ultimate vision is a nation where every child is safe, well-nourished, educated, and empowered to reach their full potential.
