In a world of plenty, it is hard to understand why people can die from hunger in 2024.

Drought forces a Kenyan mother to consider marrying off her young daughter to provide for her family.

Eight-year-old Egodine lives in a small community in northwestern Burkina Faso, where there is no easy access to safe water or electricity. So, when she heard her Compassion centre was digging a new borehole at the church, she was excited to watch every step of the journey.

This International Women’s Day, we want to introduce three women who are leaving their legacy in the most extraordinary ways.

It turns out we have. Read about the progress that has been made throughout the years and why it's important we still respond.