Retirement is a time to embrace new adventures, and for many retirees, this means finding ways to continue contributing to the world around them. One rewarding path is volunteering, especially with organisations like Mercy Ships in Africa. These hospital ships provide...
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It takes skills of all kinds to bring hope and healing. See how our volunteer crew makes a difference on board.
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Silencing the Goiter: How Mercy Ships Treats One of Africa’s Most Widespread Thyroid Conditions
Goitre, the abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland, is a significant health issue affecting millions of people across sub-Saharan Africa. The condition often remains undiagnosed until it reaches a severe stage, causing problems such as difficulty swallowing,...
Seeing is Believing: Ophthalmic Nurse and Eye Care Volunteer Roles Overseas on the Mercy Ships
Ophthalmic nurses are essential in providing eye care, particularly in regions with limited access to healthcare. In countries such as Sierra Leone and Liberia, where medical resources are scarce, Mercy Ships offers a unique opportunity for healthcare professionals to...
Underwater Hope: Diver Volunteer Roles for Hull Inspection and Maintenance on the Global Mercy and the Africa Mercy
Volunteering at sea offers a unique sense of purpose and excitement, especially when the mission serves a humanitarian cause. Mercy Ships Australia operates the Global Mercy, a hospital ship providing crucial medical care to underserved communities worldwide. The...
A Future That Walks Forward
Tina was born with her left foot twisted on its side. From the very first days of her life, walking was already a challenge waiting to unfold. In their community, Tina’s family tried to help her using the knowledge and resources they had at the time. Her mother,...
Is Volunteering Abroad Safe? A Guide for Parents of Young Mercy Ships Volunteers
Your teenager or school leaver comes home one day and tells you they want to volunteer overseas. Specifically, they want to spend months aboard a hospital ship in West Africa, performing skilled work in some of the world's most medically underserved communities. Your...





