It’s difficult to call World Vision a truly humani...

It’s difficult to call World Vision a truly humanitarian organization anymore.

Having had the opportunity to work closely within the structure of World Vision’s Ukraine response, I’ve witnessed with deep concern a pattern of behavior and decision-making that severely undermines the organization’s stated values.

There are serious ethical and managerial concerns surrounding the leadership—particularly with Area Manager Andriy Pavlov, whose actions have repeatedly violated internal standards and created a toxic work environment. What’s more troubling is the persistent support and protection he seems to receive from senior leadership, including Arman Grigoryan, Danae Psilla, and Aida Arakelyan.

These are not isolated issues. Talented and committed staff have been pushed out for speaking up. Accountability mechanisms appear dysfunctional or misused. Projects are implemented with questionable efficiency and transparency.

World Vision presents itself as a faith-driven humanitarian organization. But when leadership fails to uphold the very principles it promotes—integrity, justice, compassion—it risks becoming something else entirely.

This post is not an attack. It’s a call for accountability, transparency, and reform. Because without those, humanitarian aid loses its soul.