Marsha Tanner’s Story

When Marsha Tanner returned as a casual relief nurse after retiring in 2018, she didn’t expect to be working as often as she is right now.

The Kliewers: A Canadian family abroad for humanitarian work

Discover one of our volunteer journey as a francophone nurse serves on our hospital ships in Africa with Mercy Ships.

Lilian: Volunteer Nurse on Board a Hospital Ship

Discover one of our volunteer journey as a nurse serves on our hospital ships in Africa with Mercy Ships.

The Siemens: A family becoming crew

Meet a family who volunteer abroad with Mercy Ships in Africa.

Stephanie Bauman: A busy sabbatical

More than 10 years ago, a friend of Stephanie’s boarded the Africa Mercy. She witnessed the impact on her life and decided that one day it would be her turn.

Renee: from one transformed life to another

Meet Renee! Discover one of our volunteer journey doing humanitarian work in Africa with Mercy Ships.

Renée Joubarne

Renée Joubarne Vivre et servir sur un navire-hôpital dirigé par des bénévoles qualifiés, qui offrent des opérations chirurgicales gratuites et des soins de santé de classe mondiale dans les pays en développement ; cela ne peut que changer une personne pour le mieux ! Dans cette vidéo, la volontaire canadienne Renée Jourbarne partage son histoire

Carmen and Brenda Yirka

When Carmen Yirka considered a job with Mercy Ships in 2009, she never imagined she would spend nearly eight years onboard the Africa Mercy.

Lisa Benner

Lisa Benner grew up listening to stories of traveling and making a difference, dreaming of one day having adventures of her own.

Sheila Aeschlimann

Professional baker Sheila Aeschlimann served on the Africa Mercy from July 2018 to January 2019, returning after her first service in 2015.