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Mercy Hands Europe (MHEU) is a women-led, international non-profit organization dedicated to providing humanitarian aid and supporting development initiatives across Iraq, Syria, Ethiopia, and beyond. Based in Geneva, Switzerland, we collaborate closely with local partners to address urgent humanitarian needs and long-term development challenges,
offering essential support to communities in need.
Our mission is to advance sustainable development, promote humanitarian aid, and uphold social justice, ensuring that local voices are at the forefront of addressing the challenges faced by their communities. By partnering with trusted local organizations, MHEU ensures that our interventions are sustainable, culturally sensitive, context-specific, and tailored to the unique needs of each community.

We are committed to empowering local actors to build their capacity, strengthen autonomy, and achieve lasting, positive change. Our approach emphasizes collaboration, advocacy for human rights, and a commitment to ensuring that no one is left behind.
At MHEU, we believe in the transformative power of community-driven development and cross-cultural cooperation. Together with our partners, we are working towards a world where justice,
equality, and sustainability form the foundation of every
community.

🌿 Olive Oil Project Progress Update

🫒 Our olive nursery is progressing well! Early observations show that several olive cuttings have successfully begun rooting, a promising step toward sustainable production.

📷 These initial results confirm the strong potential of the nursery to support long-term agricultural livelihoods.

🚜 Next step: launching technical training for 45 farmers, alongside the distribution of spring agricultural kits to strengthen local capacity and productivity.

Grateful to our partner @iaco_sy and the generous support from the @eafoundationuk 🙏

#SyrianOliveSustainability #SmartNursery #GreenhouseFarming #OliveOilRevival #NorthWestSyria #IACO #MercyHandsEurope #EAFoundation #ResilientAgriculture

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🌿 Olive Oil Project Progress Update

🫒 Our olive nursery is progressing well! Early observations show that several olive cuttings have successfully begun rooting, a promising step toward sustainable production.

📷 These initial results confirm the strong potential of the nursery to support long-term agricultural livelihoods.

🚜 Next step: launching technical training for 45 farmers, alongside the distribution of spring agricultural kits to strengthen local capacity and productivity.

Grateful to our partner @iaco_sy and the generous support from the @eafoundationuk 🙏

#SyrianOliveSustainability #SmartNursery #GreenhouseFarming #OliveOilRevival #NorthWestSyria #IACO #MercyHandsEurope #EAFoundation #ResilientAgriculture

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📍 We are delighted to welcome Loredana Marchetti to the MHEU office as our new 2026 Board Member!

☕️ Our team had the pleasure of meeting Loredana over a warm cup of tea, sharing a moment of genuine connection and inspiring conversation.

With over 40 years of experience in international development, Loredana brings a wealth of expertise gained across both field and headquarters roles in multiple regions.

Her work with public institutions and leading international organizations — including the City of Geneva, the Red Cross Movement, and the International Development Research Centre — reflects a lifelong commitment to sustainable social and economic development.

✨ Even in retirement, she continues to dedicate her time and energy to meaningful causes, embodying the values she has championed throughout her career 🤝

💙 We are honored to have you with us. Welcome to the Mercy Hands Europe family, Loredana!

#MercyHandsEurope #Governance #HumanitarianAction #Geneva #Leadership #Nonprofit

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📍 We are delighted to welcome Loredana Marchetti to the MHEU office as our new 2026 Board Member!

☕️ Our team had the pleasure of meeting Loredana over a warm cup of tea, sharing a moment of genuine connection and inspiring conversation.

With over 40 years of experience in international development, Loredana brings a wealth of expertise gained across both field and headquarters roles in multiple regions.

Her work with public institutions and leading international organizations — including the City of Geneva, the Red Cross Movement, and the International Development Research Centre — reflects a lifelong commitment to sustainable social and economic development.

✨ Even in retirement, she continues to dedicate her time and energy to meaningful causes, embodying the values she has championed throughout her career 🤝

💙 We are honored to have you with us. Welcome to the Mercy Hands Europe family, Loredana!

#MercyHandsEurope #Governance #HumanitarianAction #Geneva #Leadership #Nonprofit

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🌱 Community Learning Forums (CoLF) in action!

Week by week, these spaces are bringing communities together to learn, heal, and grow. Through regular sessions, participants explore key topics such as saving and access to loans, vegetable production, and peacebuilding, including coping with trauma through faith and community support.

Little by little, groups are building their savings, laying the foundation for community-led microloans. 💪

We are grateful to our implementing partner Agri Service Ethiopia, and the contribution of @ville_de_geneve, Commune de Collonge-Bellerive, and Commune de Vandœuvres for making this possible.

#Ethiopia #AgriServiceEthiopia #SustainableEthiopia #WaterForAll #WomenEmpowerment #ClimateResilience #Peacebuilding

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🌱 Community Learning Forums (CoLF) in action!

Week by week, these spaces are bringing communities together to learn, heal, and grow. Through regular sessions, participants explore key topics such as saving and access to loans, vegetable production, and peacebuilding, including coping with trauma through faith and community support.

Little by little, groups are building their savings, laying the foundation for community-led microloans. 💪

We are grateful to our implementing partner Agri Service Ethiopia, and the contribution of @ville_de_geneve, Commune de Collonge-Bellerive, and Commune de Vandœuvres for making this possible.

#Ethiopia #AgriServiceEthiopia #SustainableEthiopia #WaterForAll #WomenEmpowerment #ClimateResilience #Peacebuilding

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🌍 Closing the Digital Divide in Ethiopia 🌍
Discover our latest article on our website!✨

In Ethiopia, nearly 100 million people still face barriers to digital access — from limited connectivity to lack of devices and digital skills. This gap particularly affects rural communities, women, and youth, shaping who can learn, work, and thrive in the digital age.

At Mercy Hands Europe, we believe digital inclusion is a foundation for equal opportunity. That’s why our Digital Library in Hawassa is providing:
💻 Access to digital tools & learning resources
📚 Digital literacy training for youth
🤝 Safe community spaces to learn & connect
👩🏽‍💻 Targeted support for girls and young women

Our latest article dives into:
🔹 What the digital divide looks like in Ethiopia
🔹 Why it disproportionately affects rural areas and women
🔹 How Mercy Hands Europe is helping transform connectivity into real opportunity through our Digital Library initiative

📲 Read the full article on our website — Find the link in our bio!
Let’s build a future where every young person has the digital skills they need to succeed.

#DigitalInclusion #Ethiopia #MercyHandsEurope #DigitalLiteracy #ClosingTheGap #Hawassa #EducationForAll