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Water is essential for life, good health and economic development — yet more than one billion people lack access to clean water. Mercy Corps' work fulfills the water needs of vulnerable populations: We pipe clean drinking water to rural communities, help solve resource-based conflicts and deliver water to families during emergencies.

Clean Hands, Healthier Kids ›

Country: Indonesia

Four sinks, a bar of soap and a towel are making a big difference in a poor Indonesian neighborhood.

Changing Lives in Kalej Valley ›

Country: India

Laxmi Tamang and Merina Mukia are changing lives as health volunteers in the remote Indian village of Kalej Valley.

The Village that Works Together ›

Country: India

In Souden Gaon, everyone works together — whether preparing for a wedding or ensuring a better life for future generations.

Making a Difference in Sudanese Refugee Camps ›

Country: Sudan

The UN's Special Envoy recently visited refugee camps in Zalingei, West Darfur, where Mercy Corps is helping improve water and sanitation, enhancing women's safety and creating safe spaces for children to learn and play.

Sweetening Kuchchaveli’s Wells ›

Country: Sri Lanka

Staff from Mercy Corps and its local partner organization Arumbugal is helping restore freshwater wells that provide clean, safe water to more than 7,000 households.

Diversifying Livelihoods ›

Country: Eritrea

New wells are helping water vendors find their feet, a steady income and a reason to hold their heads high.

CHAI Program in India Launches New Initiatives ›

Country: India

The CHAI program, a partnership between Mercy Corps, Tazo Tea and local implementing partner DLR-Prerna, is helping families in Darjeeling, India maintain better health and improve agricultural yield.

A Day in the Life of an Aid Worker in Afghanistan ›

Country: Afghanistan

Every day, Mercy Corps staff around the world are working to improve conditions for poor families. In Afghanistan, Mohamad Rahimi is committed to changing his country for the better.

Lack of Sanitation and Hygiene in Darfur Contributing to Deaths ›

Country: Sudan

Mercy Corps is combatting the spread of life-threatening waterborne diseases in Sudanese IDP camps.

New Hope Flows Into Zad Kamar ›

Country: Afghanistan

Whether rebuilding a vital canal or helping a young girl with polio, Mercy Corps is transforming lives in Afghanistan and Pakistan. Read their stories in the June 2004 edition of Sabah magazine.

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