A call for ceasefire: Gaza crisis intensifies due to restrictions on humanitarian aid

The siege in Gaza must end to prevent continued civilian death, catastrophic hunger, and destruction in Palestine.

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A crowded displacement site in bangui, the capital of the central african republic. photo: emily bishop/mercy corps
August 20, 2014
Not to be forgotten: Helping people survive CAR crisis
The crisis in CAR is one of four U.N. "Level 3" emergencies, and nearly half the country's population is struggling to survive. We're working hard to help.
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A woman and her child, displaced by the conflict, at one of south sudan's many crowded displacement camps. photo: camille lepage for mercy corps
July 09, 2014
What we must do to prevent tragedy: 5 urgent needs
Just 3 years since South Sudan gained independence, conflict has driven the young country to the brink of devastating famine. Five things can save lives right now.
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Woman walking under cloudy sky with silhouette reflected on wet ground
June 26, 2014
Where are the world's toughest places?
Mercy Corps works in 16 of the 20 most vulnerable countries in the new 2014 Fragile States Index. Learn about the crises some of these countries are up against, and what we're doing to help families overcome them.
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Nour leaves her tent in the refugee camp
March 14, 2014
Life as a refugee: Spend the day with Nour
From dawn to dusk, every hour with Nour, 13, and her family in Zaatari refugee camp shows the hardships millions of Syrians endure every day, three years since the war began — and the occasional joys they hang on to far from home.
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Three young children smile at zaatari camp.
March 12, 2014
Syrian youth in their own words
Ten young refugees in Zaatari camp talk about what it's like to grow up without their home and what keeps them looking forward.
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A young boy and girl playing a board game
March 12, 2014
Toys bring smiles to Syrian refugee children
Ten young refugees in Zaatari camp talk about what it's like to grow up without their home and what keeps them looking forward.
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