Misamis Oriental

Success Stories from Misamis Oriental, Philippines

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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.

The community of Misamis Oriental has graduated

In 2020, the community transitioned from sponsorship to self-sufficiency and World Vision is no longer on site. Because of the dedication and partnership of Canadians like you, local people and organizations have been equipped to continue leading the community’s development – and that is something to celebrate!

Community
Impact

With the help of your generous and loving support, life in Misamis Oriental has transformed. Children and families are much stronger now. The community has met its goals, and its members are working together to tackles new ones. Your support will have a lasting impact for years to come.

The Misamis Oriental community is located on the northern coast of the island of Mindanao. The area is generally rugged and punctuated by mountain ranges, coastal plains, rivers, and valleys. The climate is relatively dry from November to April and wet during the rest of the year. It is located outside the typhoon belt but has experienced tidal waves and flash floods over the years.

The community is characterized as being both agricultural and industrial. Of its land area, close to 60% is devoted to agriculture. Rice, corn, coconut, vegetables, fruits, beef, pigs, poultry, and eggs are its primary products. Highly valued commercial crops such as pineapple are being grown and exported to other countries.

Thanks to the generosity of Canadian sponsors like you, life in Misamis Oriental has improved. Your support will have a lasting impact for years to come. Let’s celebrate these accomplishments!

Education

83.7% of parents believe that children are safe in their communities
87% of household can support the educational needs of their children
98% of parents are willing to report cases of child abuse
90% of parents now know how to respond to child protection issues
83.2% of the parents believe that a functional Child Protection Mechanism is in place

Health and Nutrition

70.5% of women exclusively breastfed their children until six months of age
96.8% of households have access to safe water

269 women received counselling on how care for themselves and their children during and after pregnancy
90% of community groups were trained to provide guidance on child health and nutrition
93.7% have toilet; and 98.9% have proper handwashing facilities
70% of children ages 6-23 months now receive nutritional meals

Livelihood

80% of households now meet the basic needs of their children
50 savings groups were formed and are teaching families on how to save money and access loans
71% of farmers now have the skills and resources to carry out improved farming techniques

*Results for this community updated for 2020

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current conditions

To protect the privacy of children, this map shows only the general area of the community, not the exact location.

Life cycle of a sponsorship community

Misamis Oriental, is in Phase 3

PHASE 1: Building the foundation

With local leaders, we assess the community's needs and resources, plan projects to provide long term solutions. Sponsorship and development opportunities begin.