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Gaza ceasefire

The ceasefire is a critical step but now we must urgently surge the immediate, consistent, and safe delivery of life-saving aid.

Displaced, yet determined

June 12, 2025

On this year's World Refugee Day, Mercy Corps shared stories of refugees on the path to self-reliance in Uganda.

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Olga, 16, dropped out of school to help support her family in guatemala. after participating in a mercy corps program, she says she has a new sense of purpose and wants to finish school to become a clothing designer. "[young people] think that in the united states they will have a better future, but it's not true,” she says. “we don't know what our abilities are. we just need a little bit of a push." photo: corinna robbins/mercy corps

The facts: Central American migration

As the current U.S. administration has announced plans to cut aid to Central America and tighten restrictions for asylum seekers, questions about the value of U.S. assistance in this region have never been more urgent. Read on to learn more about what’s driving the Central American migration crisis and join us to support the preservation of vital U.S. aid to Central America.

“there is nothing remaining,” says mercy corps team member vimbayi mazhani, of the damage done by cyclone idai in zimbabwe. “you cannot imagine someone surviving when everything is in shambles.” vimbayi was one of the first on the scene after the storm ripped through southern africa.

From the field: Our team reports on Cyclone Idai recovery in Zimbabwe

Several weeks after the disaster struck southern Africa, a member of our emergency response reflects on seeing continued need and the first signs of hope firsthand.

The right support can be transformative for youth in nigeria. suwaiba, 18, was so inspired by what she learned in mercy corps’ safe space that she started leading her own, to help other girls in her community. photo: ezra millstein/mercy corps

A tale of overcoming: One girl's journey from orphan to leader

In a world filled with obstacles, Suwaiba has steadfastly chased her dreams — and empowered others along the way. Read her story.

A map showing the storm path of cyclone idai, which struck between madagascar and the coast of mozambique, and has heavily impacted zimbabwe

The facts: Cyclone Idai's effect on southern Africa

Cyclone Idai is reported to be the deadliest storm system so far this year; more than 2 million people have been affected. Learn more about the cyclone and find out how you can help.

Kenya woman smiling and looking out the window

Collaborating on a future of work that works for youth

According to various estimates, 11-12 million youth are expected to enter the labor market each year in Africa, while only three million jobs are created each year.

Woman standing in front of a large satellite

Fighting the impact of climate change one radio show at a time

In an effort to better cope with the effects of climate change, Wajir found a simple solution — a community radio.