N’Djamena — World Vision Tchad has unveiled its ambitious 2026-2030 national strategy, marking a pivotal moment in the organization’s commitment to transforming the lives of 3.29 million children across the country. The roadmap, officially launched during a high-profile press conference on July 9, 2026, brings together media representatives, technical and financial partners, and national authorities to outline a comprehensive vision for sustainable development and humanitarian progress.
At the core of this strategy lies an integrated approach that merges emergency relief, long-term development, and peacebuilding initiatives. Dubbed the « Humanitarian-Development-Peace Nexus » by Carla Dominique Denizard, World Vision’s Regional Director for West Africa, this framework is designed to tackle the multifaceted challenges faced by children in Tchad. Denizard emphasized the organization’s unwavering belief that every child deserves not just survival, but the opportunity to thrive in a safe and nurturing environment. She highlighted the critical role of strong partnerships, grassroots mobilization, and cultural integration in achieving these goals.
The strategy aligns closely with continental and international agendas, including the African Union’s Agenda 2063, the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 13, and 16), and Tchad’s own Vision 2030. Key priorities include strengthening human capital, enhancing social protection, adapting to climate change, expanding access to quality education through the Unlock Literacy program, and safeguarding children from all forms of violence. Denizard underscored the urgency of these efforts, noting that West and Central Africa continue to grapple with persistent insecurity, deep-rooted poverty, the escalating climate crisis, and large-scale population displacements.
a 20% increase in ambition to reach the most vulnerable
Édouard Ngoy Wangoy, Country Director of World Vision Tchad, described the launch as a « historic milestone » for the organization and for the future of Tchadian children. He revealed that the new strategy represents a 20% increase in ambition compared to the previous cycle, with a bold target of reaching 3.29 million children by 2030—including 3.09 million from the most vulnerable communities. « Our goal is clear: to ensure that every child in Tchad not only survives but thrives, » he stated.
confronting Tchad’s pressing challenges
Ngoy Wangoy painted a stark picture of Tchad’s current realities, citing persistent poverty, widespread malnutrition, recurrent humanitarian crises, and the severe impacts of climate change. With nearly 42% of the population living below the poverty line, the need for intensified action has never been more urgent. The 2026-2030 strategy addresses these challenges through several key focus areas:
- Integrated nutrition and health: Prioritizing maternal and child health to combat malnutrition and improve overall well-being.
- Education and literacy: Expanding the Unlock Literacy program to equip young learners with essential reading and learning skills from the earliest stages of schooling.
- Child protection: Strengthening systems to shield children from violence, exploitation, and abuse in all its forms.
- Climate resilience: Empowering communities to adapt to environmental changes and mitigate the risks posed by extreme weather events.
a call for collective action
Following the strategy’s unveiling, World Vision Tchad’s leadership issued a resounding appeal to all national stakeholders. Public authorities, technical and financial partners, civil society organizations, religious and community leaders, and the media were urged to join forces in supporting the implementation of this transformative roadmap. The organization stressed that only through collective mobilization can the current challenges be turned into sustainable opportunities for Tchad’s children. By aligning with national and global development goals, World Vision Tchad aims to contribute to a future where every child is protected, nourished, educated, and empowered to reach their full potential.