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British "Bigfoot" Steps into Bosnia ›

Delivery of remote-controlled land mine removal machines, part of the Redbus Landmine Disposal System, will aid in the safe and efficient removal of dangerous landmines in Bosnia.

Mercy Corps Recieves $10 Million Grant for Reintegration of Ethnic Minorities in Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina ›

Topics: Economic Development, Emergencies, Peaceful Change

Mercy Corps received a $10 million grant funding an Economic and Community Revitalization Activity program to address the crucial and evolving needs of war-affected communities in Croatia and facilitate minority refugee return to Bosnia.

Bosnia and Herzegovina Facts

  • Population (2008): 4.6 million
  • Size: slightly smaller than West Virginia
  • Human Development Index rank: 75 (out of 179)
  • Mercy Corps has worked here since 1993
  • Primary work: return and reintegration of war-displaced families, reconstruction of houses, job assistance, economic revitalization of conflict-ravaged communities, support to landmine survivors, incubation of small climate-friendly businesses
  • Population living below poverty line: 20%
  • Number of clients served by Mercy Corps-founded microfinance institution: 63,122

Program Details

Since 1993, throughout years of brutal war and hopeful recovery, Mercy Corps has served families in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

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