Heroes of Healthcare: Emmanuel Essah

Through the medical capacity building program, Mercy Ships works hand-in-hand with partnering nations and local medical professionals to strengthen healthcare infrastructure in Africa – and has been doing so for almost 30 years. In that time, Mercy Ships has been...

What does the Global Mercy mean for Mercy Ships?

The Global Mercy is so much more than a ship. Watch Jim Paterson walk us through what it means for Mercy Ships and the people we serve. BE PART OF OUR JOURNEY We would love you to be involved in this unique, transformational initiative. Donate Today Volunteer...

A New Ship: Announcing the Global Mercy

The world’s largest civilian hospital ship designed to double the hope, double the healing. The dream was born long ago. What if we designed a new hospital ship? One that could hold more patients? Support more volunteer crew members? Deliver more medical training?...

Keeping our crew safe: the Ship Security Team

A couple of common questions that we get from those interested in volunteering with us focuses on the safety of our crew. Specifically, “is it safe to live on board ships in African nations? What security measures are in place?” We think these are great questions!...