Displaced, yet determined

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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A group of people filling jerry cans at a water station.
15 September 2021
After the eruption: averting a secondary crisis in the DRC
In May, lava flows cut off the water supply to the people of Goma. See how Mercy Corps is bringing urgently needed clean water to Congolese families while restoring their city’s infrastructure.
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A young person studying.
13 September 2021
Group chats, TV, and the radio: How students learned in lockdown
At the height of the pandemic and school closures around the world, Mercy Corps’ educational programming found creative ways to support students.
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People unloading supplies from a truck.
07 September 2021
Finding hope in Haiti
In the aftermath of the magnitude 7.2 earthquake and Tropical Storm Grace, Mercy Corps’ Head of Office in Haiti shares the efforts to deliver supplies to those in need.
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A group of protestors marching down a street.
30 August 2021
An in-depth look at how COVID-19 intensifies conflicts
In our comprehensive “Clash of Contagions” report, Mercy Corps’ research teams examine the impact of the pandemic in Nigeria, Colombia, and Afghanistan.
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Bahamian filling water jugs.
27 August 2021
Help your family — and community — be prepared for a disaster
During an emergency, what can you do to help your family, friends, and neighbors? Find out what steps you can take today to ensure better recovery tomorrow.
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A person holding a honeycomb.
17 August 2021
Honey bees bring sweet success
From preserving ancient beekeeping practices to protecting bee populations, Mercy Corps programmes help communities build beehives and livelihoods.
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