In Africa, we provide free medical care

Every year, more than 2,000 surgeries and 8,000 dental treatments are performed
free of charge for people living in poverty in Africa.

This medical care is made possible by the donations we receive and the commitment of 1,550 volunteers
who have been joining us on humanitarian aid missions every year for over 40 years!

To carry out these missions, we use a fleet of civilian hospital ships: the Africa Mercy and the Global Mercy.

Medical care that changes lives

Mariama, Sira, Awa, Amadou… and so many others who can smile again thanks
to the health care and surgeries performed by Mercy Ships volunteer crews.    

Discover their incredible stories

Life-transforming surgery for Malang

Malang had been to multiple hospitals in Senegal in search of medical help. His legs started to bow and was hoping for an othopaedic surgery.

A Double Portion of Blessings for Emmanuel

When a facial tumor first began growing, it was just a minor concern. Emmanuel felt flickers of worry, hoping it would fade away with time.

Learning to Eat: Cheikh’s Story

Ndeye’s only son Cheikh was born with both a cleft lip and a cleft palate. Because of these conditions, Cheikh struggled to breastfeed.

Serigne

Serigne’s parents couldn’t afford surgery to fix his bowed legs at the local hospitals. He then qualified for surgery onboard the Global Mercy.

Diacko: The Courage to Trust

Diacko had lived with bowed legs for more than half his life and was accustomed to the taunts of other children ringing in his ears.

Teneng and Ibrahima: Gifts from God

Teneng and Ibrahima are maxillofacial patients born with a cleft lip and palate. But they now can smile to a new life!

We’ve seen firsthand the challenges that arise when people don't have access to safe and timely healthcare. It weakens communities and leaves individuals vulnerable.

Volunteers

Mercy Ships has been offering free healthcare
for over 40 years.

  • Two surgical ships, the Global Mercy and the Africa Mercy.
  • Over 1,550 qualified volunteers from all over the world serve annually.
  • Mentorship and training programs support local medical professionals in achieving long-term success.

Mercy Ships, a Heartfelt Story

Since 1978, Mercy Ships has been providing medical care, surgeries and
dental treatment to people living in poverty in Africa.

More than 5 million people do not have access to basic health care,
even though this should be a right for every human being.

This situation is not inevitable. You can help by:

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Making a Donation

Every contribution counts. Every donation is a step in the right direction, making a difference in the life of someone in need of basic medical care. Be a part of that change by making a donation now.

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Becoming a Volunteer

Would you like to do more than just make a donation, and join us in helping those who need it most? Become a volunteer and join our crews who work on the ground every day.

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Talking About Us

Are you unable to help us with a donation or by becoming a volunteer but still feel moved by our mission? Support us by spreading awareness of our activities to others.

Your support allows medical care, among other things…

  • To give back a smile and a taste for life to the people treated
  • To help them find self-confidence after months or even years of suffering
  • To help them take their place in the community and be respected by those around them
  • To give children the opportunity to return to school or go to school for the first time
  • To have as normal a life as possible, quite simply

At the same time, we develop care systems for local health professionals
and invest
in the medical infrastructure where we work.

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Grâce à la communauté infirmière, Mercy Ships peut offrir des soins qui transforment la vie de nos patients. 💖 La qualité des soins, la bienveillance, le dévouement dont nous sommes témoins au quotidien par cette équipe d'infimières et infirmiers de partout dans le monde et qui mettent en commun leurs expertises et leurs passions afin de rendre possible une mission si extraordinaire est un rappel de tout ce que l'on peut accomplir lorsqu'on travaille ensemble! 🎖️⁣
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Le SIDIIEF tient une conférence virtuelle le 18 avril et Santé Monde et Mercy Ships Canada s'allient afin de permettre la gratuité à la communauté infirmière qui travaille en Afrique et qui souhaite réfléchir à la couverture sanitaire universelle tout en misant sur la contribution infirmière. Inscrivez vous ici 👉: https://bit.ly/3TwoO3C⁣
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Thanks to the nursing community, Mercy Ships is able to offer care that transforms the lives of our patients. 💖 The quality of care, the caring, the dedication we witness on a daily basis from this team of nurses from around the world, who pool their expertise and passions to make such an extraordinary mission possible, is a reminder of how much can be accomplished when we work together! 🎖️⁣
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SIDIIEF is holding a virtual conference on April 18, and Santé Monde and Mercy Ships Canada are teaming up to provide free access to the nursing community working in Africa, who want to think about universal health coverage while relying on the contribution of nurses. Register at the link in our bio (in French only) 🔗⁣
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#SIDIIEF #SantéMonde #ForceInfirmière #CouvertureSanitaireUniverselle #ConférencesAfricaines⁣
The Mercy Ships Education, Training, and Advocacy (ETA) team works with local partners to strengthen each partner nation’s surgical and anesthetic systems. 🌍🩺⁣
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The ETA team needs a projects director to lead these key programs, and it could be you! Do you have the skills and the passion for this #volunteer opportunity? ⁣
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Learn more at the link in our bio!⁣
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L'équipe de Mercy Ships chargée du programme Enseignement, Formation et Mobilisation (EFM) travaille avec des partenaires locaux pour renforcer les systèmes chirurgicaux et anesthésiques de chaque pays partenaire. 🌍🩺⁣
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Cette équipe a besoin d'un directeur de projet pour diriger ces programmes clés, et cela pourrait être vous ! Avez-vous les compétences et la passion pour cette opportunité de #bénévolat ? ⁣
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Pour en savoir plus : https://bit.ly/3v4Wp9z⁣
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#SustainableDevelopment #FindYourPlaceOnBoard #MercyShips #MercyShipsCanada #DéveloppementDurable⁣
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📸: Marina Schmid
Emmanuel’s tumor started as a swelling on the left side of his chin, and with time, continued to grow. ⁣
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When he first learned about Mercy Ships, he went to a local health center at 2 a.m. for the chance to receive a surgical appointment. The day of that appointment on the #GlobalMercy in Freetown, #SierraLeone, stands out in his mind as a turning point.⁣
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“The 12th of September, I will never forget in my life,” he said.⁣
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Read the full story of Emmanuel’s life-changing operation: link in bio. 🔗⁣
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#GlobalSurgery #SafeSurgery #MercyShips #MercyShipsCanada⁣
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La tumeur d'Emmanuel a commencé par un gonflement sur le côté gauche de son menton, et avec le temps, elle a continué de grossir...⁣
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Lorsqu'il a entendu parler de Mercy Ships, il s'est rendu à 2 heures du matin dans un centre de santé local pour avoir la chance d'obtenir un rendez-vous chirurgical. Le jour de son rendez-vous sur le #GlobalMercy restera dans sa mémoire.⁣
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« Je n'oublierai jamais la date du 12 septembre », a-t-il déclaré.⁣
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Découvrez l'histoire complète d'Emmanuel : lien en bio. 🔗⁣
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#Chirurgiemondiale #Chirurguefiable #MercyShips #MercyShipsCanada⁣
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📸: Elizabeth Page Brumley
Easter is a time of reflection and new beginnings. Each contribution you make impacts lives, rejuvenates souls, and celebrates the heart of Easter itself. At Mercy Ships Canada, we embody the spirit of hope every day as we bring life-transforming surgeries to children and adults in Africa. 🌍🌟⁣
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This Easter, help us provide the hope of new beginnings with free surgical care in Madagascar and Sierra Leone at the link in our bio! 🔗⁣
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#HopeofNewBeginnings #Easter #MercyShips #MercyShipsCanada⁣
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Pâques est une période de réflexion et de nouveaux départs. Chaque don a un impact direct sur des vies, nourrit l'âme et célèbre les valeurs même de la fête de Pâques. Chez Mercy Ships Canada, nous incarnons l'espoir chaque jour en offrant des chirurgies qui transforment la vie de petits et grands en Afrique. 🌍🌟⁣
En cette période de Pâques, aidez-nous à offrir l'espoir d'une nouvelle vie grâce à des soins chirurgicaux gratuits à Madagascar et en Sierra Leone ! ⁣
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#EspoirDunNouvelleVie #Pâques #MercyShips #MercyShipsCanada

Thank you to our donors and volunteers

Since 1978, thanks to them, we have been able to:

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surgeries on board our hospital ships

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dental treatments, performed by our volunteer dentists

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local health professionals in advanced medical procedures

Today, we are counting on you to continue our mission

How would you like to help us?