News and stories

Read the latest news from War Child and the stories of the children and families we support around the world.

War Child Staff Member sat on a carpet with a young Afghan girl

Ariana's Story

Trapped beneath the rubble for three days after the Afghanistan earthquake.

Two young girls wearing hijab looking into the distance

Amal's story

Amal (17), and her sister Lala (13), survived a devastating attack in Lebanon. With psychological support, they are learning to feel safe again

Afghan standing on top of broken homes

Afghanistan Update: Crisis Upon Crisis

From conflict to displacement to environmental disaster, Afghan children are enduring it all. Find out how War Child with our partners are supporting earthquake survivors and returnees on the ground.