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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.

An Ancient Culture Confronts New Challenges ›

Country: China

The Liangshan Yi are an ethnic group at risk; faced with the challenges of a Chinese economy that seems to be leaving them behind, they need the optimism, ingenuity and action of their youth more than ever.

First Day of School, At 14 ›

Country: Uganda

It might look like any other school day for 14-year-old Bosco Odongo, but it's not.

Rao Piao: Seeking An Upward Migration ›

Country: China

Access to better jobs for China's migrant children depends on access to urban education.

Tahanee: Teaching Job Skills to Young Women ›

Country: West Bank/Gaza

A new school for girls in the West Bank town of Dura has boosted the hopes of job hunters.

Q&A: In Their Words ›

Country: Lebanon

What do young Lebanese people think about the prospects for peace and development in their country?

Connecting Two Cultures ›

Country: West Bank/Gaza

Mercy Corps held a videoconference between Palestinian and American youth as part of its Beyond Borders program.

School Brings Hope to Georgian Village ›

Country: Georgia

The village of Sovkhoz Samgorski is focusing on its newly rebuilt school as a hopeful symbol of its future.

Back to School ›

Country: Pakistan

It's back to school for the children of Kotlipaeen, a Pakistan village devastated by last October's earthquake that Mercy Corps resupplied with educational materials such as desks, books and backpacks.

Joy at the End of the Rainbow ›

Country: Serbia

The word "Duga" means "rainbow" in Serbo-Croatian. At the Duga Center, individuals with developmental disabilities are finding care, warmth and, above all, friendship.

Photo Essay: Life in the Himalayan Foothills ›

Country: India

Darjeeling's soaring natural splendor often hides the depths of poverty.

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