Amy Fairbairn
Amy Fairbairn’s stories
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Ukraine: Crossing the line to feed people in need
Last week Mercy Corps crossed into the self-proclaimed Luhansk People's Republic to delivery urgently needed food. Learn how we made the journey to help feed families who have no other options.
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Ukraine: A war-torn family battles an uncertain future
After a harrowing journey, Evia and her daughters found refuge from the conflict in Ukraine. But their struggles are far from over. Read this mother's heartbreaking story.
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Ukraine: Elderly struggle through trauma of war
When Maria and Misha’s home was destroyed by fighting, they were left homeless and terrified. Read their story and learn what we’re doing to help those most in need.
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Jordan, Syria: The promise of education brings Syrian and Jordanian girls together
Until recently, Zaatari Village's girls' school was overcrowded and tensions were high. Community leaders worked together to change things for the better.
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Jordan, Syria: The Prince of Wales visits youth and leaders at Zaatari Village
Just outside of Zaatari camp, Zaatari village is home to both Syrian refugees and their Jordanian neighbors. Mercy Corps training is helping leaders work together to build a stronger community.
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Jordan, Syria: The Prince of Wales visits youth and leaders at Zaatari Village
Zaatari Village has seen its population double since the start of the Syria crisis in March 2011. We're helping to resolve tensions between Jordanians and Syrian refugees over scarce resources.
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The Rusty Rhinos do it again!
Earlier this year, the Rusty Rhinos, aka Adam Ataar and Alex Collard, set out from London, UK to drive across land to Beijing, China in under a month in their old Landrover, ‘Red’. The Rusty Rhinos have been fundraising for Mercy Corps since 2007 and have raised over £7,000.