Mercy Hands Europe is a youth and women-led, non-profit Swiss organisation that works to safeguard dignity, sustain human rights and build sustainable futures for people, particularly those who are the most vulnerable.
We implement humanitarian and development projects in disaster affected areas and impoverished communities, either directly through field missions, our sister organization, or other local partners.
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๐ฉโ๐ฆฐ๐ง๐ผThe Vital Role of Rural Women
๐ซถ๐ผEmpowering women and achieving gender equality are essential in the fight against extreme poverty, hunger, and malnutrition.
๐ฉโ๐พ๐ฉโ๐๐ฉโโWomen not only represent a significant portion of the healthcare and agricultural labour force but handle most unpaid care and domestic tasks in rural areas. Their contributions are crucial to healthcare activities, agricultural production, food security and resource management.
๐ฉโ๐ฆณ๐ฑ๐ฝโโ๏ธ๐ฉWomen and girls in rural areas face severe multi-dimensional poverty. They also struggle with unequal access to education, healthcare, and essential infrastructure.
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The ongoing projects of @mercyhandseurope are aimed at supporting local women from rural areas of Ethiopia and Syria.
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For more details about the projects check our page @mercyhandseurope .
๐ซถ๐ผOn this International Day, letโs honour rural women from different domains and advocate for their equal opportunities.
#ruralwomen #ruraldevelopment #womenempowerment #womenleaders #equalopportunities
#womenpeacesecurity
๐ Celebrating 100 Years of International Social Service (ISS) ๐
During the conference, the speeches by Jean Ayoub, Susan Jacobs (Chair of the Governing Board), Dilara Bayrak (Vice-President of the Grand Conseil of Geneva), and Fanny Baert (Director of Communications and Talent) were truly inspiring.
Founded in 1924, ISS has been a pioneering force in child protection and family welfare, working tirelessly across international borders to unite families and protect childrenโs rights. With a presence in over 120 countries, ISS provides vital psychological and legal assistance, promotes respect for fundamental rights, and offers mediation and reunification services to families in need.
We are proud to have been their partner since 2019 in Iraq through @mercy_path_for_women_affairs and @mercy_hands As we expand our collaboration to Syria, we are excited to continue supporting families and ensuring the protection of children everywhere. Hereโs to another century of impactful work! ๐๐ถ๐ช
#ISS100 #FamilyReunification #ChildProtection #GlobalPartnerships #MercyHandsEurope #MHEU
๐ International Day of the Girl Child 11th October 2024 ๐
This year, we celebrate Girlsโ Vision for the Futureโa theme that reminds us of the courage and hope that girls show in the face of global challenges like climate change, conflict, and inequality.
At Mercy Hands Europe, we are committed to supporting girls and young women as they work to build brighter futures. Projects such as our ICT and Coding project specifically for girls, seeks to ensure they have the tools, resources, and support needed to realize their full potential.
๐ Our projects empower girls by providing them with access to education, skill-building opportunities, and leadership training. Together, we can unlock the potential of every girl and create a world where they can thrive.
Itโs time to listen to girls, invest in their future, and act to accelerate progress.
#internationaldayofthegirlchild #GirlsVisionForTheFuture #EmpowerHer #MercyHandsEurope #EducationForAll #GirlsRights #FutureLeaders #SDGs
๐Exciting News!
๐ฅThe Save Haven Syria project is launching a vital healthcare and protection centre for women and children in Qabbasin, Al-Bab district, Northern Syria!
๐ฉโโ๏ธ๐ง๐ผThis new facility will offer crucial services like mental health support, physical therapy, psychological counseling, and medical care.
๐คWe`re proud to work closely with local councils, @iaco_sy and the health directorate to bring these much-needed services to the rural community.
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Stay updated for more posts!
๐ซถ๐ผHuge thanks as well to @eafoundationuk for making this project possible.
#SafeHavenSyria
#HealthcareForAll
#RuralHealthcare
#WomenAndChildrenFirst
#HealthcareAccess
#CommunityCare
#HopeAndHealth
๐โ๏ธMission Accomplished: Certified Human Rights Reporting Workshop for Change!
๐ From Istanbul to the heart of impactful advocacy, our 4-day workshop on Human Rights Reporting has come to a successful close! Led by our Executive Director Michela Maccabruni and joined by Naji Haraj, participants were equipped with the tools to raise their voices for justice through certified training.
โ๏ธParticipants gained essential skills in preparing impactful reports for submission to CESCR, CED, and UPR. Together, weโre empowering voices to advocate for human rights and make a real difference on the global stage. Stay tuned for more updates on our journey toward justice and equality! #HumanRights #Advocacy #CESCR #CED #UPR #MercyHandsEurope #Empowerment #UN #JusticeForAll"
โน๏ธ This initiative is supported by @ifa.de and @auswaertigesamt and led by @mercy_hands Aid and @geneva4justice .
#InternationalDayOfNonViolence #MHEU #Peace #HumanRights #Advocacy #Justice #Iraq
๐๐ Exciting News from Hawassa, Ethiopia!
๐โจ We are thrilled to announce that thanks to the generous support of our incredible donors โ @commune_de_bernex , @CommunedePresinge, @CommunedeVandoeuvres, and the @AnneFrankFonds โ we are be able to renovate and launch a fully equipped Digital Library at the Mary Joy Ethiopia Youth Centre in Hawassa!
๐ฑ๐ป Their contributions will provide 350 youth with direct access to a modern digital library and services, while 900 more will benefit from high-speed internet access!
๐ช๐ฉโ๐ป This project is a big step toward closing the digital divide that affects low-income communities in Hawassa, especially young women and girls. By empowering them with digital tools and education, we are bridging both the digital and gender divides.
A huge thank you to our donors for making this possible and for supporting the education and future of the youth in Hawassa!
๐๐ Together, we are driving change and creating brighter futures!
#DigitalLibrary #YouthEmpowerment #ClosingTheDigitalDivide #Hawassa #Ethiopia #EducationForAll #ThankYou #GenderEquality #YouthCentre #MaryJoyEthiopia #BridgingTheGap
๐โจ Fuel-Saving Stoves distribution activity Update from the Water, Animals, and Plants for a Sustainable Ethiopia!
๐๐ป We are thrilled to announce that we have distributed 110 fuel-saving stoves to our beneficiaries! So far, 60 have been successfully installed, and weโre on track to install the remaining 50 stoves next week.
๐ธ Take a look at the snapshots showcasing the distribution process and the demonstration installation! Your support is making a significant difference in promoting sustainable cooking solutions and reducing fuel consumption in our community.
๐ค This project could only take place thanks to the generous support of our donors, @ville_de_geneve, @eafoundationuk, CARBOGEN AMCIS, and the commune of Chรชne-Bourg.
#SustainableEthiopia #CommunityEmpowerment #fuelsavingstove #distribution #installation #livelihood #NGO #Switzerland #support #community #rural #countryside #amhara #ethiopia #ethiopian
It has started!! ๐ฉโ๐ป
Sunday 6th October marked our first training session for teachers identified in the Shatt al-Arab School district. Check out our expert trainer Elaf delivering these intensive sessions on advanced MS Office applications and beginner levels of Python Coding.
These teachers will bring the knowledge they learn back to their schools and eventually deliver their own classes to nearly 200 students across the district ๐๐
Many thanks to #CFLI for making this project possible.
#ICTForAll #EmpowerHer #CodingForGirls #InclusiveEducation #BasraProjects #FutureLeaders #MSOffice #EducationMatters #GirlsInSTEM #MercyHands #DigitalSkills #IraqInitiatives
๐ Recap of Journรฉe de la Fondation 2024 ๐
๐ธ Join us in celebrating the impactful Journรฉe de la Fondation held at the Le PAL amusement and wildlife park! This year`s event was a wonderful gathering dedicated to raising awareness and promoting conservation efforts.
๐ Mercy Hands Europe was proud to be part of this important day, alongside our esteemed partners and key actors for the success of this event:
@papaye.international
@associationyakar
@ferusassociation
@satapi_fr
@cppr.panda.roux
@sanctuaryelephantsnepal
@sanccob
@wildangelafrica
@cameleoncenterconservation
@painted_dog_conservation
volonterreafrica
@adatercouzon
@asna_sciences_naturelles
@centre.conservation.chimpanzes
Plan B
Helpsimus
Le Pic Vert
ATOUPIC
Panse-Bรชtes
La Musette
Soudicy
Accords boisรฉs
ADATER
LPO
@sculptarbor
@neocombineplage
@oeil_de_soigneur
@pimpommette
@paleopolis03
@elisabethmazetphotographe
@soniacuccaphotos
@inverscroquettes
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โจ Together, we engaged visitors through various activities, workshops, and informative sessions, all aimed at inspiring action for our planet. Thank you to everyone who attended and supported the event. Together, we can make a difference for the environment and wildlife!
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