Kenyan woman cooking outside.
When aid disappears: The human cost of foreign aid cuts

What happens when the emergency aid to communities facing hunger, war, extreme weather, and disaster abruptly stops?

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Violence in juba has left many local residents without water, shelter or food. jacob zocherman for mercy corps
25 January 2016
South Sudan violence leaves many homeless, without food or water
While the South Sudan cease-fire holds for now, many were left homeless and without food after violence earlier in July. Mercy Corps is responding.
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Olfa, 27, was able to start her fashion business thanks to a loan from mercy corps that helped her buy materials.
21 January 2016
How we’re empowering young entrepreneurs in the wake of revolution
Revolution five years ago began the Arab Spring and brought democracy to Tunisia, but it also resulted in economic struggles. We're working with young entrepreneurs to revitalize the economy and build stability for the future.
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Young men participate in a wiring course through mercy corps' job skills training program in afghanistan. we recently added life skills education to the curriculum to help young people cope with the setbacks they face in addition to unemployment. all photos: will carter for mercy corps
11 January 2016
Addressing anger, not just income, is key to fighting instability in Afghanistan
We're tackling insecurity and violence in Afghanistan by providing young people with the support they need to build stable livelihoods, cope with life's challenges and bolster stronger, more just communities.
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People gathered around water and supplies
31 December 2015
Water, sanitation needs soar as South Sudan conflict persists
Ongoing violence in South Sudan continues to force people from their homes and into the relative safety of the U.N. displacement site in Bentiu. We're working to meet the critical sanitation and hygiene needs of the site's growing population.
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Sepan wearing a red hat and smiling
29 December 2015
Teen Syrian refugee boy looks for community in Iraq
Sepan, 15, dances to the beat of his own drummer. A Syrian refugee, he feels isolated in Iraq, but a new Mercy Corps community center could change all that.
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Families get water from a tank at a refugee camp
24 November 2015
Syrian refugees brave brutal summer conditions
Syrian refugees at Zaatari camp face difficult challenges this summer. The sun and dust are unbearable, and there isn't enough water to bring relief. Hear about their experiences and learn how you can help.
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