Mercy Corps is horrified by the alarming continuation of violence committed against civilians in Israel and Gaza, and deeply concerned by the unfolding humanitarian catastrophe in Gaza. As the conflict escalates, the urgent need for humanitarian assistance - and supplies including water, food and fuel - intensifies. Mercy Corps has worked in the West Bank and Gaza since 1986, providing humanitarian support including access to water, working with children and young people, and connecting people to economic opportunities in an area where unemployment is over 40 percent. We are working to restart our humanitarian programs in Gaza and our team members there are committed to significantly ramping up much-needed lifesaving assistance as soon as it is safe to do so. #gaza #israel #palestine #humanitarianaid
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POWERED BY POSSIBLE The world is more fragile than ever. Food shortages have left millions of people hungry, while violent conflict has sent millions on the run. From poverty and malnutrition to natural disasters and climate change, it’s easy to see a world of insurmountable challenges. Instead, we see an opportunity to create transformative change. We see the world differently. In crisis, we believe in the power of human potential. In struggle, we believe in the ability of communities to grow stronger. So we act differently. We understand that communities are the best agents of their own change and local markets are the best engines of long-term recovery. In more than 40 countries, we partner to put bold solutions into action, helping people triumph over adversity and grow stronger from within. For the refugee who dreams of rebuilding her country, for the mother who wants a healthy future for her children — for millions of people filled with the power of possibility —Mercy Corps connects people to the resources they need to build better, stronger lives. We create transformative change. Mercy Corps has responded to nearly every global emergency over the past 20 years. Since 1979, we have provided $3.7 billion in lifesaving assistance throughout the world. Each year we infuse millions of dollars into local economies through small business loans and grants to provide livelihoods for the world’s most vulnerable people. We are empowering more than 100,000 youth trapped by violent conflict to overcome the profound stress of war and become change makers in their communities. We are powered by the belief that a better world is possible. Join us.
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🚨 Exciting news! Mercy Corps & partners PROWASH & SCALE, World Resources Institute, and Columbia Climate School are showcasing how we use data for water security in fragile areas at #WWWeek! 🌍💧 Join us in person or tune in online. 🌐📈 worldwaterweek.org/tickets
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🌍💧 World Water Week is live in Stockholm! Not in Sweden? Catch Mercy Corps’ Meredith Hess and Xylem’s Austin Alexander online as they share how our partnership tackled Jordan’s water challenges. Tune in virtually! #WWWeek #WaterSolutions
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🌍💧 Exciting news from Mercy Corps! This week, we geared up for a dynamic engagement at World Water Week. Our dedicated team members from both technical and program sectors are there, ready to dive deep into our water strategies and advocate for equitable, sustainable access to clean and safe water for all. As the climate crisis accelerated, the frequency and severity of natural disasters rose, putting clean water availability at greater risk. At Mercy Corps, we were committed to sharing our journey—both our successes and the hurdles we faced—as we worked to provide lasting, scalable water solutions to communities in need. World Water Week is a crucial platform for exchanging insights and solutions. Our team is eager to connect with a diverse range of supporters and implementers to drive meaningful action and innovation. Together, we helped communities not just survive but thrive amidst the climate crisis. 🔍 Curious about our collaboration with @Xylem and our efforts to tackle Jordan’s water challenges? Check out this GlobalWA article for a glimpse of our impact. We look forward to seeing everyone at World Water Week! https://lnkd.in/g488Bp_r Xylem World Resources Institute Columbia Climate School Conrad N. Hilton Foundation The Stone Family Foundation Aqua for All ECOPSIS Total Impact Capital
Restoring a Lifeline: How Mercy Corps is Helping Jordan With Its Water Crisis - Global Washington
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🚨The humanitarian situation in #Sudan has reached critical levels of need, yet global attention and funding is falling short. If nothing changes, countless communities across Sudan will starve to death amidst the world’s indifference. Don’t stay silent. It is our collective responsibility to bring an end to this crisis. #TalkAboutSudan 🇸🇩
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✨POV: Moments of joy, relief, and hope with the arrival of clean water.💧 Every community deserves inclusive, climate-smart water systems that meet their everyday needs. Keep up with us this #WorldWaterWeek as we learn more about sustainable water solutions and explore how our teams are making a difference, one water tap at a time. 🩵
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You're invited! Register for our upcoming webinar on the topic of cultivating and engaging women philanthropists, including understanding their motivations, preferred communication styles, and areas of interest. In a panel hosted by Myriad USA's Maryna Tkachenko, Kathleen Loehr, Principal, Kathleen Loehr & Associates LLC, Jacqueline Ackerman, Interim Director, Women’s Philanthropy Institute, Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy, and Lyndi Liersemann, Director, Women’s Philanthropy Group, Mercy Corps, will share practical insights on how to build meaningful connections with women donors and unlock the vast potential of women’s philanthropy. Can't attend live? Be sure to register to receive the full session recording! https://lnkd.in/en5CZBR6
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Thanks to InterAction, the largest alliance of global partners committed to serving the world's most vulnerable, for recognizing the important role women play as leaders in climate action. #women #climate #internationaldevelopment #humanitarianaid
In 🇮🇶#Iraq, where climate vulnerability and economic challenges intersect, Mercy Corps’ Women & Climate Fund is investing in women’s resilience. The WAVES program is helping women establish community market hubs, learn climate-resilient agricultural practices, and expand their networks. The Women’s Philanthropy Group is supporting female farmers in 🇸🇳#Senegal and 🇧🇯#Benin with climate-smart solutions like solar irrigation and biogas technology. As climate change continues to impact the world’s most vulnerable, women are emerging as key leaders in the fight for sustainable solutions.
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Aid agencies are urgently working to prevent widespread famine in #Sudan, but time is running out. Mercy Corps Director of Humanitarian Policy Katie Striffolino recently joined our team in Kassala state, where living conditions for displaced communities are abysmal. Famine conditions have already been confirmed in North Darfur’s Zamzam camp, where at least 100 people are dying each day from hunger and malnutrition-related causes. It is our collective responsibility to bring an end to this crisis as the specter of starvation looms over millions of Sudanese lives. #EyesonSudan
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In #Gaza, children have been deprived of formal education for over 9 months amid ongoing conflict and displacement, leading to severe emotional and psychological stress. Our teams are committed to providing essential psychosocial support and promoting well-being through targeted non-formal education interventions for youth and caregivers across Gaza, with activities designed to build resilience and coping skills. Yet, without a lasting ceasefire, these efforts cannot fully address the urgent needs of children and their caregivers. The relentless bombing and ongoing siege tactics make it nearly impossible for Gazans to access the services they so desperately need. Enough is enough. #CeasefireNOW
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