Diwa Gacosta

storyteller | strategic thinker | optimist

[Diwa Gacosta @DGacosta]

Say it as it is. Invasion should never be normalised. TRUMPling on a sovereign nation is cruelty, not leadership. It’s evil.

[World Vision South Sudan @WVSouthSudan]

Each of us has been entrusted with unique gifts—talents, time, resources. But these are not for us to keep, nor hold tightly, but for us to share and offer freely, generously. These gifts are tools for service. They meant to uplift and benefit others.

On August 19, as we commemorate #WorldHumanitarianDay, let us honor those who choose compassion over comfort, service over self, so that others may find love, hope and peace amidst life’s challenges.
#ScriptureReflection #FaithinAction #WHD2025 #WeAreWorldVision #SouthSudan #humanitarian

[World Vision South Sudan @WVSouthSudan]

This #WorldHumanitarianDay, we celebrate the spirit of solidarity and the power of local action. Hear from Patrick Mugalula (@mupaddy), Project Manager of ECRP II, as he explains the crucial role of community mobilisation and dialogues in addressing the flooding situation in Warrap state. These activities create space for local voices to be heard, ideas to be shared, and decisions to be made collectively—fostering ownership and long-term impact.
Read more about how ECRP II is helping empower communities by letting them lead: https://t.co/JqT5ccxc2u
#WorldHumanitarianDay #ActForHumanity #WeAreWorldVision

[World Vision South Sudan @WVSouthSudan]

We honour the tireless efforts of those who dedicate their lives to helping others in the most challenging environments. Having grown up as a South Sudanese refugee in Uganda, Mary now ensures that life-changing funds and high-quality programs reach communities in need. She now serves as Program Development Officer with @WorldVision #SouthSudan, helping ensure vulnerable children receive the support they need to survive and thrive. “Take the work as it is and give it your all. Saving a child’s life… helping them grow, find hope—that makes it all worth it.” #WorldHumanitarianDay #ActForHumanity #WorldVision

[World Vision South Sudan @WVSouthSudan]

Resilience now more than ever. This #WorldHumanitarianDay2025, @MesfinLoha, Country Director of @WorldVision #SouthSudan, reflects on the current state of the humanitarian sector, which is marked by profound uncertainty and rapid change. He notes what is required for leaders to steer their teams to remain committed to serving and saving lives, especially in such a time as this. Read his reflection in full: https://t.co/0mw5KfYNmi

[Pope Leo XIV @Pontifex]

How we look at others is what counts, because it shows what is in our hearts. We can look and walk by, or we can look and be moved with compassion. #GospelOfToday (Lk 10:25-37)

[Pope Leo XIV @Pontifex]

Looking without walking by, halting the frantic pace of our lives, allowing the lives of others, whoever they may be, with their needs and troubles, to touch our heart. That is what makes us neighbors to one another, what generates true fraternity and breaks down walls and barriers.

[Diwa Gacosta @DGacosta]

Rest. Pray. Proceed. Repeat. Sunday message from @WVSouthSudan

[World Vision South Sudan @WVSouthSudan]

Are you feeling exhausted and thinking about giving up? Press on—your struggle is not in vain. You are not alone. There is glory in this journey. Take comfort in knowing that we often grow the most during difficult times, that in the darkest moments, we are never alone even when our strength starts to wane. Suffering becomes sacred when we allow it to shape us, refine us, and draw us closer to Christ.
#ScriptureReflection #FaithInAction #WeAreWorldVision #SouthSudan

[World Vision South Sudan @WVSouthSudan]

Healthier livestock, happier farmers in #SouthSudan . Healthier livestock helps farmers recover from climate shocks.

Find out how @UNDP, @undpsouthsudan @SouthSudanGov @WorldVision and @theGEF are working with farmers to build resilience.

👉 https://t.co/mHut4qceXU

[World Vision South Sudan @WVSouthSudan]

Meet Onesimo: Once a struggling farmer in the rural community of South Sudan, Onesimo now stands proudly as a self-reliant provider for his family. How did he turn things around? With a little help from the Greater Resilience Enhanced through a Market-based Agriculture, WASH Services, and Nutrition (GREAW) Project—and a whole lot of determination. His story is a powerful reminder of what’s possible when communities are empowered to rise together. 💪🌾

GREAW Project is a @WorldVision-managed project supported by @AustralianAid through the Australian NGO Cooperation Program.

Read Onesimo’s story: https://t.co/DI1u7Ol5TP

#Resilience #agriculture #development #SouthSudan

[World Vision South Sudan @WVSouthSudan]

Love is the starting point. At @WorldVision, our work is based on loving others as Christ has loved us to bring hope and support to vulnerable communities. Our faith serves as our guiding light as we strive to fulfil our mission. May all that we do become a testimony of our faith—that we continue to be rooted in love. #FaithinAction #WeAreWorldVision #SouthSudan

[Pope Leo XIV @Pontifex]

Christ's peace is not the silence of the tomb after a conflict, and it is not the result of subjugation. Peace is a gift that gazes at others and renews their lives. Let us pray for this peace, which is reconciliation, forgiveness, and courage to turn the page and start again.

[Vatican News @VaticanNews]

I announce to you a great joy;
we have a Pope:
The Most Eminent and Most Reverend Lord,
Lord Robert Francis
Cardinal of the Holy Roman Church Prevost
who has taken the name Leo XIV.

Cardinal Protodeacon Dominique Mamberti announces that the Cardinals have elected Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, who took the name Pope Leo XIV.

[World Vision @WorldVision]

“A stunning anthem.” For 75 years, World Vision’s story has been a song of faith and compassion, starting with Bob Pierce’s love. Millions have joined this melody, creating hope for vulnerable children. Our 75-year anthem continues. #WVDecades

[World Vision East Africa @WorldVisionEARO]

Today on #WorldHealthDay, we stand united with communities to champion every child’s right to health! With this year’s theme, “Healthy Beginnings, Hopeful Futures,” we renew our commitment to ensuring that children and their families across #EastAfrica grow up healthy, nourished, and full of hope.

@WorldVisionEARO, we reaffirm our commitment to preventing maternal and newborn deaths. We are also ensuring that no child should suffer due to inaccessible healthcare. By breaking barriers and uplifting communities, we are supporting futures where every child can thrive. 💪 Join us in making health accessible for all!
#HopefulFutures #HealthForAll #ENOUGH

[Diwa Gacosta @DGacosta]

Silence is not an option. Never should it be. #Advocacy #forchildren

[World Vision EU @WorldVisionEU]

At the @EP_Development + @EP_ForeignAff meeting, @WVSouthSudan's Abraham Mabior asked MEPs to help ensure the EU
🔸Carries out renewed diplomacy and engagement for peace;
🔸Allocates sustained and flexible humanitarian funding;
🔸Keeps South Sudan on the global agenda.

[World Vision South Sudan @WVSouthSudan]

"Today I am speaking to you not only as World Vision staff but as South Sudanese myself at a time that we are witnessing once again escalation of tensions with growing fears that the country may be sliding back into civil conflict and rapid deterioration of the humanitarian situation." - Abraham Mabior, @WorldVision #SouthSudan People and Culture Director.

Abraham spoke at the joint European Parliament Committee on Development and Committee on Foreign Affairs meeting about the humanitarian situation in South Sudan.

What an honour it is to be invited to the meeting. We continue to call for:

✅ Renewed diplomacy and engagement for peace
✅ Increase allocation for sustained and flexible humanitarian funding
✅ South Sudan to be kept on the global agenda

South Sudan’s plight must not be forgotten. The time to act is now!

@WorldVisionEARO @MesfinLoha

[World Vision South Sudan @WVSouthSudan]

Empowered women have the ability to change the world. This International Women’s Month, we celebrate women who are taking action to promote gender equality within their communities. One such woman is Josephine, whose journey is a testament to the power of mother-to-mother support in finding oneself, healing, and achieving recovery. Read her story: https://t.co/uISHFsK4j6

#IWD2025 #AccelerateAction #RemoveAllBarriers #InternationalWomensDay

[World Vision South Sudan @WVSouthSudan]

During the #InternationalWomensDay, women in #SouthSudan highlighted the importance of their identity, while stressing the crucial role that mother-to-mother support groups play in empowering women within their communities. @WorldVision
https://t.co/YVQCAy5yNQ