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Education

Photo: Thatcher Cook for Mercy Corps
Education is the foundation of progress, but it is often interrupted by extreme poverty, war and other crises. As a result, individuals and their communities often can't reach their full potential. Mercy Corps works to bring access to education to women and men of all ages and economic groups to help ensure a better future for all.

Video: How Farmers Can Keep Their Kids in School ›

The vast majority of Central Africans depend upon agriculture to feed their families and earn a living.

Blog Post: What the Haitian people still have ›

Country: Haiti

It has meant a lot to me to be back here in Haiti. I had spent some time here 15 years ago and just fell in love with the culture, people, and their artistic and spiritual life.

Blog Post: How can we help people in Haiti? (A short presentation for elementary school kids) ›

Country: Haiti
Last week I spoke about Haiti with 2nd through 5th graders at Willamette Primary School in West Linn, Oregon.

Blog Post: Fine, friendly Faroe ›

Country: Indonesia

What was recognized in an award ceremony in the Faroe Islands began months ago — and half a world away — in North Jakarta, Indonesia.

Foundations for a Strong Future: Youth in Lebanon and Jordan Promote Cultural Heritage ›

Country: Lebanon

Mercy Corps and the European Commission are working together to promote cultural heritage among youth in Lebanon and Jordan and increase engagement with national museums and heritage sites.

Blog Post: Sharing what little we have  ›

Country: Sudan

Peer-to-peer knowledge sharing has reaped notable results in adult learning in Sudan.

Blog Post: Mama na come ›

Country: Liberia

I think the women of Liberia are showing the way to this beautiful country's future.

Blog Post: What is public health? ›

Country: Uganda

My view of improving peoples' health used to be so narrow. Like any good learning experience, my time in Uganda has helped me better understand the complexities of life.

Blog Post: Morning mood ›

Country: Indonesia

People who can start a day at the earliest time — feeling energized by the sunshine like they can rule the world when the morning comes — always amaze me.

Blog Post: The drawbacks of women’s equality ›

Country: Indonesia

There is an unrelenting pressure for women to be perfect and to do everything.

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