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Explore case studies, impact evaluations, reports, and other technical documents about our programmes. Learn about our research partnerships, and please contact us if you have any questions.

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The Incredible Economic Power of Forcibly Displaced Populations

To decrease the need for humanitarian assistance funding, Mercy Corps is testing four promising models that support the economic resilience of displaced populations.

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Advancing Local Governance in Fragile Settings: Evidence from Northeast Syria

Using the context of Mercy Corps’ Catalyzing Community Resilience in Northern Syria program, this research examines how the role of youth in governance programs can shift power and decision-making within and to vulnerable communities.

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Building Evidence for Climate Adaptation and Peacebuilding: Insights from Mali

Highlighting two research studies that demonstrate the growing evidence base on climate adaptation and peacebuilding from Mercy Corps Mali programmes.

Two nepalese students work and use a water pump together.

Heatwave Impact and Coping Strategies in Public Schools of Madhesh Province

The report explores the lived experiences of students and teachers in Madhesh Province and evaluates the adaptation strategies currently in place to address this hazard.

Kenyan woman works to restore rangeland.

Bridging the Fragility Gap

This report seeks to address two key challenges: how to increase climate adaptation investments in FCS and how to spend that funding on interventions that work.

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Kabul’s Water Crisis

Kabul faces a dire water crisis with aquifers depleting, rising contamination, and collapsing access. Urgent investment and coordination are needed to prevent the city from becoming the first to run dry.