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Empowering Eilan: Overcoming challenges with the power of a cosmetic hand

September 14, 2023

Discover Eilan’s inspiring journey from hiding her difference to embracing her uniqueness with the help of a cosmetic hand through the support provided by Mercy Corps’ Inclusive Education program.

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August 12, 2021

The Filmmaking Program supports Ibrahim in starting his life and career path

The filmmaking program at Za’atari Camp is a unique opportunity for youth to drive their potential in finding new career avenues - Ibrahim’s story.

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August 09, 2021

Mercy Corps resumes “RYSE” youth civic engagement activity in Za’atari Camp

With the end of lockdown in Za’atari Refugee camp, Mercy Corps resumed its youth civic engagement activities with a training of youth leaders on transformative leadership under the RYSE Program.

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The benefits of the “Graduation” Mentoring Program starts to blossom

Mentors’ intensive interaction and trust building with households and targeted youth have proved to be successful in improving financial management and interpersonal relationships within family members.

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Over one year later, Mercy Corps resumes program activities

With long-awaited changes on restriction on movement and permission for assembly, Mercy Corps resumes its program activities at both Za’atari and Azraq Camps with 50% capacity.

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Azraq Camp adaptation workshop remains a hub for innovation and excellence

Mercy Corps’ Inclusive Education team invents a transportation solution for children with physical disabilities by manufacturing 24 trollies and distributing them to their parents in Azraq Refugee Camp.

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MicroMentor platform supports Salah Amireh in achieving his business goals

Through registering on MicroMentor’s free platform and connecting with mentor Qais Al Khateeb, Salah Amireh transformed his project’s results and applied innovative ways in selling online.