World vision Tchad unveils bold 2026-2030 plan to transform children’s futures

N’Djamena – World Vision Tchad has unveiled its groundbreaking five-year strategic plan (2026-2030) during a high-profile press conference, marking a significant milestone in the organisation’s commitment to transforming lives across the nation. The ambitious initiative targets 3.29 million children, including 3.09 million from the most vulnerable communities, through an integrated approach combining humanitarian aid, sustainable development, and peacebuilding efforts.

A multi-faceted approach to tackle humanitarian challenges

The newly launched strategy, developed in consultation with government officials, technical partners, and community leaders, outlines a comprehensive framework to address the most pressing issues affecting Chadian children. The plan integrates five core pillars: health and nutrition, education, child protection, climate resilience, and peacebuilding. This holistic model aims to create sustainable improvements rather than temporary fixes, ensuring long-term benefits for generations to come.

Carla Dominique Denizard, World Vision’s Regional Director for West Africa, emphasised the organisation’s renewed commitment during the launch event. ‘Our strategy is bold and visionary,’ she stated. ‘We are moving beyond conventional humanitarian responses by creating connections between emergency relief, long-term development, and peace initiatives. Every child in Chad deserves not just to survive, but to thrive in safety and dignity.’ She highlighted how cultural and spiritual contexts would be integral to the implementation of all programmes.

Aligning with continental and global development goals

The 2026-2030 strategy is meticulously designed to align with Chad’s Vision 2030 and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly targets within SDGs 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 13, and 16. Key focus areas include strengthening human capital, enhancing social protection systems, adapting to climate impacts, improving literacy through the Unlock Literacy programme, and safeguarding children from all forms of violence and exploitation.

Édouard Ngoy Wangoy, National Director of World Vision Chad, described the plan as ‘historic’. ‘This strategy represents a 20% increase in our ambitions compared to previous cycles,’ he explained. ‘Our goal is clear: to reach 3.29 million children by 2030, with 3.09 million of them coming from the most marginalised backgrounds. We want every child in Chad to not only survive but to flourish.’

He painted a stark picture of the challenges facing Chad, where persistent poverty, malnutrition, recurring humanitarian crises, and climate change effects continue to threaten stability. With nearly 42% of the population living below the poverty line, the need for intensified interventions has never been more urgent.

Mobilising collective action for sustainable change

Following the strategy’s unveiling, World Vision Chad’s leadership called for a united front among stakeholders. They urged government bodies, financial partners, civil society organisations, religious and community leaders, and media outlets to collaborate closely. ‘Achieving our goals requires collective action,’ they stressed. ‘By working together, we can turn current challenges into lasting opportunities that will benefit every child in Chad.’

The organisation is positioning this strategy as a pivotal contribution to Chad’s Vision 2030 and the broader global agenda. Through this initiative, World Vision Chad aims to build a future where every child is protected, well-nourished, educated, and empowered to reach their full potential.