Monthly round-up:
July 2026
This page will contain all the useful information Viva’s partner networks need regarding the month that is ending, and the month ahead. Please do take time to read, listen and engage, so we can continue to learn and grow - together for children.
Most Recent Global Online Forum
Wednesday 10 June
Topic: Local fundraising (part 1 of 3)
In our Forum this month, we were pleased to be joined by Sophie Olivier from Flourish Fundraising in South Africa, who took us through a local fundraising masterclass, with a focus on developing a strategy and some first, concrete action steps. If you were unable to join us, click below to view the recording and access the presentations, including a fillable planner.
Upcoming Events and Latest News
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Cutting Edge
1 July 2026
Join us for a one-day Cutting Edge conference focused on the why and how of networks, so that we can support more collaborative work for children.
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Viva Network Zimbabwe
Read more about how Viva Network Zimbabwe utilises a network of over 500 volunteers to reach 10,000s of children, finding all means possible to ‘preach the gospel of child protection.’
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Thank you Anna!
Anna Barker, who has been faithfully serving Viva for ten years, will sadly be leaving Viva soon, as she has felt God calling her to work in an organisation that helps children in her home town. Read her reflections on her time with Viva below.
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World Weekend of Prayer
We are very thankful to every network which ran a World Weekend of Prayer event and that has submitted their Programme Tracker. Please click here and take a few minutes to fill it out today if you haven’t done so yet.
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Upcoming network global forum
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Upcoming network prayer meeting
Wednesday 29 July, 13h00 UTC
Prayer is a privilege and an opportunity. Let’s unite in prayer for each other!