Children line up to wash their hands before eating lunch at school in Maubisse Villa, Timor-Leste.
Community connection: Top 10 photos of 2024

Our Director of Global Photography shares the stories behind the photos highlighting participant stories and Mercy Corps’ work around the world.

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South sudan crisis graphic map
June 24, 2019
The facts: What you need to know about the South Sudan crisis
The man-made humanitarian crisis has millions in need of aid and at risk of famine. How did the South Sudan crisis happen? Get the facts and learn why this young nation needs our help.
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A child washes hands at a hygiene station in a displacement camp on the outskirts of goma, drc. in 2015, when this photo was taken, about 5,000 people lived in the camp because of ongoing violence and political instability in eastern congo. photo: corinna robbins/mercy corps
May 23, 2019
Chapter 8: Fight Ebola with Mercy Corps
Ebola is a deadly virus that has caused devastation across the globe, particularly in Africa. Together, we can fight Ebola and build communities that can take a stand against future outbreaks. This guide is designed to answer questions about Ebola and help you take action.
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Woman and child in bangladesh
May 02, 2019
The facts: Rohingya refugee crisis
The Rohingya refugee crisis is one of the world's fastest-growing refugee crises. Here's what you need to know about this disaster — and what you can do to help.
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“there is nothing remaining,” says mercy corps team member vimbayi mazhani, of the damage done by cyclone idai in zimbabwe. “you cannot imagine someone surviving when everything is in shambles.” vimbayi was one of the first on the scene after the storm ripped through southern africa.
April 23, 2019
From the field: Our team reports on Cyclone Idai recovery in Zimbabwe
Several weeks after the disaster struck southern Africa, a member of our emergency response reflects on seeing continued need and the first signs of hope firsthand.
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The right support can be transformative for youth in nigeria. suwaiba, 18, was so inspired by what she learned in mercy corps’ safe space that she started leading her own, to help other girls in her community. photo: ezra millstein/mercy corps
April 18, 2019
A tale of overcoming: One girl's journey from orphan to leader
In a world filled with obstacles, Suwaiba has steadfastly chased her dreams — and empowered others along the way. Read her story.
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Mercy corps team member taking a photo in indonesia
April 05, 2019
Rebuilding Indonesian communities with the help of Airbnb's Open Homes Initiative
In partnership with Airbnb, our team was able to access lodging for 26 field team members responding to disasters in Indonesia.
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