From the moment Abubakarr took his first steps, it was clear no shoe would ever fit his feet. Running, jumping, and slipping on shoes are second nature for most children. However, for 6-year-old Abubakarr from Sierra Leone, these simple joys were out of reach as he...
With a fully operational fleet of state-of-the-art hospital ships, Mercy Ships has been blessed to provide more free surgeries than ever before. Looking back at the work that the volunteer crew of the Africa Mercy® and the Global Mercy™ accomplished, as well as the...
Volunteering as a dental professional abroad provides an exceptional chance to broaden your skills while making a tangible difference in underserved communities. Many parts of the world, particularly in developing nations, face significant barriers to quality dental...
Mercy Ships has been invited to return to Toamasina in 2026, excited for even more life-changing surgeries to take place. The Africa Mercy® is slated to return to the port city of Toamasina in May 2026 to continue delivering free surgical care after an extended Annual...
Women’s health is a pressing issue worldwide, with many women in low-income countries facing limited access to the healthcare they need. Healthcare systems in these regions are often under-resourced, and essential services like maternal care, gynecological treatments,...
Volunteering in children’s medical programs abroad is a rewarding way to make a real difference in the lives of young people while gaining hands-on experience in the healthcare field. Whether you're a medical professional eager to broaden your skills or a student...