Emergency response

Indonesia: Before the fire September 27, 2009

Before the fire, neighborhood 12 of Penjaringan — a poor slum in the north of Jakarta — was vibrant and bustling with activity.

Indonesia: Helping Survivors on Earthquake-Rattled Java September 22, 2009

In the aftermath of a major earthquake that struck the Indonesian island of Java and killed at least 64 people has assessed needs and is delivering aid to survivors.

Niger: Devastating Floods Sweep Niger September 16, 2009

Mercy Corps is sending an emergency response team to meet the critical needs of families in areas of Niger affected by recent torrential rain and catastrophic flooding.

Uganda: Forgiveness September 14, 2009

West Bank and Gaza: Recognizing our common humanity through photos September 10, 2009

For two days now, we've hand-carried photo frames from Israel's border to the Gaza Strip, walking through a long silent tunnel and crossing a high cement wall. We've gotten got ten frames into Gaza for the photo exhibition; 20 more to go.

Indonesia: Meeting the survivors September 10, 2009

Last Friday afternoon, as half of Mercy Corps' Healthy Start team were preparing for the weekend, we were suddenly pulled into a rush meeting at the round table we share.

Indonesia: Powerful earthquake hits Indonesia September 2, 2009

Earlier today, a major earthquake registering 7.0 on the Richter scale struck the Indonesian island of Java.

Niger: Climate change and Niger August 31, 2009

Global warming is not only causing already-meager water supplies in the West African nation of Niger to dry up — it's also driving young men from drought-stricken rural areas in search of work to provide for their families.