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Many of poverty's root causes can be found in conflict over resources, philosophies and goals. Mercy Corps believes that engaging potential adversaries in productive dialogue can lead to mutually beneficial solutions for change. Conflict resolution today can help avoid tomorrow's wars and other crises.

Six Stories from Kosovo ›

Country: Kosovo

With independence now declared, Mercy Corps has captured a snapshot of how long-delayed status impacted the lives of people living in Kosovo.

Opening Doors in Abyei ›

Country: Sudan

Mercy Corps is helping build peace in Abyei by stimulating economic opportunities and supporting the delivery of basic services, opening the door for returnees like Theresa Whex to shape the region's future.

Ethnic Minority Families Return Home ›

Country: Kosovo

For almost a decade, Mercy Corps has been working with families, communities, local government agencies and partner organizations to facilitate the return of families who wish to go home.

Q&A: Richard Haselwood ›

Country: Sudan

Mercy Corps' top official in Sudan explains why we're there, the focus of our programs and how our work in the south and border areas impacts Darfur.

Helping a Failed State Succeed ›

Country: Somalia

Mercy Corps' work in Somalia ranges from helping fishermen increase their yields to teaching new conflict-management skills to building vital transportation links.

Q&A with Abdikadir Mohamed ›

Country: Somalia

An ethnic Somali, Abdikadir Mohamed has served as Mercy Corps' top representative in Somalia since June 2006.

Aceh: Rising from War and Disaster ›

Country: Indonesia

With collaboration from communities, local organizations and government, Mercy Corps helped Aceh's tsunami survivors quickly move on with their lives.

Poverty Gives Himself to Others ›

Country: Sudan

Poverty Tabaan has risen above his name and become a role model for the youth of southern Sudan.

The Last Girl In School ›

Country: Nepal
For the last few years, 12-year-old Anita has stayed home while her peers walked to the village school. But not today.

Optimism and Action Transform a Village ›

Country: Nepal
In the village of Bichpuri, trees and vegetables are part of the reason that no one is without the possibility of an education.

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Since the late 1990s, Mercy Corps has implemented more than 70 peace-building programs in 20 war-torn countries.

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