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Putting aside the climate change debate March 31, 2010

I can still remember being recruited by my friend, Reena, for the “Save the Earth Club” in high school. My first activity was helping out at a community garden and learning more about the importance of respecting the environment.
Thoughts as Mercy Corps Bosnia comes to a close March 31, 2010

As the Mercy Corps Bosnia and Herzegovina office closes today after 17 years, our feelings are mixed, of course. Sadness and nostalgia from one side, and pride and satisfaction on the other.
Indonesia: Kedai Balitaku provides employment March 31, 2010

Mrs. Anik joined Kedai Balitaku Aceh — Mercy Corps' Child Nutrition Program that helps vendors sell healthy foods to children — in December 2009.
Walking for water March 30, 2010

“If you visit American city You will find it very pretty Just two things of which you must beware, Don’t drink the water and don’t breathe the air.”
Haiti: Hearts open everywhere March 26, 2010

I have been making Mercy Corps presentations to a variety of service organizations, schools, and churches since the earthquake in Haiti, but yesterday was unique. I had to purchase special clothing for this appointment!
Dear donors, please don't do this — do this instead! March 26, 2010

Dear donors, Every day my heart is touched by your overwhelming generosity and desire to help! Some of you go so far as to box up goods that you think might be useful, and send them to us here at our headquarters.
Make this election count for the world's poor March 26, 2010

The UK General Election will take place very soon, on May 6, 2010.
In Rio, hot discussions about climate change and cities March 25, 2010

Wow — the heat! It might be hard to believe, but the Indonesian delegation (no stranger to hot and humid climates) has been melting this week.
Indonesia: Helping the baby get better March 25, 2010

My name is Muhammad Rizal. I’m working with Mercy Corps as the Marketing Officer for a nutrition program called Kedai Balitaku in Aceh Province, Indonesia.
Haiti: Everyday experts March 24, 2010