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Flood toll rises in south

Our teams are expanding deliveries of clean water and essentials as floodwaters continue to engulf villages in the south. Two mobile medical units are treating waterborne illnesses and helping to prevent disease outbreaks.

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How we'll restore hope in Pakistan

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There's a lot to do to help families recover from the devastating floods. But Mercy Corps is up to the task. Through 24 years of earthquakes, floods, and conflict, our commitment to the people of Pakistan has not wavered. Read More ›

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Recent Blog Posts

The laughter of a child

Posted September 7, 2010 3:53 pm by Patrick Eckford

When I was briefed at Mercy Corps headquarters just before leaving for Osh this time, a field veteran mentioned an important security indicator to watch for when entering a conflict zone: the presence of children.

How we'll restore hope in Pakistan

Posted September 7, 2010 2:29 pm by Pete O'Farrell

There's a lot to do to help families recover from the devastating floods. But Mercy Corps is up to the task. Through 24 years of earthquakes, floods, and conflict, our commitment to the people of Pakistan has not wavered.

The allure of arm hair

Posted September 7, 2010 9:26 am by Roger Burks

Some of the most important tools of my work as a Mercy Corps writer are curiosity, observation and conversation. But, sometimes, so much more can be communicated — and learned — by a simple gesture.

What fell to Earth

Posted September 6, 2010 8:32 am by Roger Burks

I first felt the lure of Ethiopia in a theatre in Overland Park, Kansas in 1978. I was eight years old, sitting and watching a movie.

My introduction: Tara Noronha

Posted September 4, 2010 8:02 am by Tara Noronha

I am a first-generation American. My parents were born and raised in India, arriving to the United States at the end of their 20s.

My introduction: Jean-Pierre Dushime

Posted September 4, 2010 7:58 am by Jean-Pierre Dushime

Since 2000, I’ve lived in Central African Republic as a refugee. I finished school and did my university studies here, and then I found Mercy Corps.

VIDEO: Empowering our African staff to be storytellers

Posted September 3, 2010 2:54 pm by Roger Burks

Wednesday was the last day of our writing and photography workshop in Kitgum, Uganda — and it was the day that we learned the most from each other.

My introduction: Rebecca Girma

Posted September 2, 2010 2:58 pm by Rebecca Girma

My boss was right when she told me “Trust me, Rebecca, Mercy Corps is an organization you will enjoy working with.” It was true - I love every day of my life in Mercy Corps.

My introduction: Safiya Mohamud Said

Posted September 2, 2010 2:57 pm by Safiya Mohamud Said

It was a great challenge for me to work with vulnerable communities. It made me feel sad and sometimes traumatized, but it did not stop me from doing my work and helping my people.

My introduction: Job Matseshe

Posted September 2, 2010 2:56 pm by Job Matseshe

This workshop feels like I am back to my extended family that I so loved and cherished: 22 participants from across Africa are here with me to learn how writing and photography complement each other.

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