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Operating the world's largest civilian hospital ship to deliver free surgeries and healthcare development to where it's needed the most.

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The #GlobalMercy has just completed her third consecutive field service in Sierra Leone.

To everyone who has been part of this journey, thank you.
To the government and people of Sierra Leone, thank you for welcoming us, trusting us, and allowing us to serve alongside you. 💙

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From patient to serving on board 💙

“Each time I was doing this, I felt like, ‘Yes! Somebody did this for me!’”

In 2003, Sheku received life-changing surgery through Mercy Ships. Today, He has served on both the Africa Mercy and the Global Mercy.

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Calling maritime professionals! 🚢

We're recruiting Second Engineers to join our hospital ships.

Behind every surgery, every patient, and every day at sea is a team keeping the ship running safely and efficiently.

Apply today: https://t.co/f9FWmOwPQi

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Haja’s family was known in their village as “the ones with bowed legs.”

Thanks to the free surgeries provided aboard the Africa Mercy®, they can now walk without pain and look forward to a future full of possibilities. 💙

Read their full story here: https://t.co/vnjlvZA5A3

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One moment changed everything for Kadiatu. A fall, a pot of boiling water, and burns that scarred her neck and chest.
Access to safe surgical care simply wasn’t within reach for her family.
But now, after receiving surgery on board a Mercy Ships hospital ship, Kadiatu is healing.

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A huge shoutout to the volunteers who have been working tirelessly behind the scenes to prepare everything for this new field service in Madagascar. Their dedication, time, and heart make all of this possible!

Want to get involved? Apply today: https://t.co/f9FWmOwPQi

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The #AfricaMercy has officially begun her sixth field service in Madagascar.

For 69-year-old Delphine, the ship’s return was life-changing news. She had lost her sight due to cataracts and became the first patient to receive surgery aboard the ship during this field service.

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Huge congratulations to the Food Services team on the Global Mercy for completing HACCP training and continuing to grow their skills in world class food safety practices.

Would you like to join our team? Find out more here: https://t.co/cli7qGzBZ4

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Since she was born, Feima was seen for her cleft lip before people ever saw her smile. Her mother never stopped believing that things could change.

Feima received free cleft lip surgery on board the #GlobalMercy and now, her smile is filled with confidence, joy, and hope.

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After giving birth to her son, Aimee developed a gynecological condition that completely changed her life.

Thanks to surgery performed by our volunteer medical team, Aimee regained her dignity, her strength, and her voice.

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Mercy Ships Fundación Naves de Esperanza is the Navalia Exhibition 2026 Charity of Choice.

We invite you to visit us, see firsthand what we do, and explore ways to partner with us.

📍 Navalia 2026 - Vigo
📅 May 19–21, 2026
📌 Booth V06

#Navalia2026 #RSC #partnership

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Today we celebrate the nurses who show up with skill, compassion and care every single day. 💙

Happy International Nurses Day! Thank you for the difference you make.

Nurses, your skills can change lives around the world.
Join us as a volunteer: https://t.co/cli7qGzBZ4

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Born premature in Madagascar with a cleft condition, Alfredo's mother feared for his survival and struggled to feed him.

She kept seeking help and eventually brought him to the #AfricaMercy, where he received the surgery he needed.

Today, Alfredo is healthy and thriving💙

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The #AfricaMercy has arrived in Toamasina, Madagascar, to her third consecutive field service in the nation.

The hospital ship will reopen her doors for another seven months of free, life-changing surgeries and surgical training in partnership with Ministry of Public Health.

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“I hope each of them knows they are loved as they are, valued, and worthy.”

Volunteering on the #GlobalMercy, gynecologist Monika Kupries cared for hundreds of women and listened to their stories of struggle and heartache.

Learn more at https://t.co/cli7qGzBZ4

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After four months of maintenance in Durban, the #AfricaMercy has set sail.

Next stop: Madagascar, where volunteers and crew will reopen the hospital and continue serving patients who have been waiting for her return.

We look forward to seeing hope and healing unfold once more.

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There are no vascular surgeons in Sierra Leone, but aboard the #GlobalMercy nine local residents received specialized training to help change that.

With guidance from volunteer surgeon Dr. Edwin Stephen, they are now better prepared to deliver critical care when it’s needed most

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This weekend we’ll be at the Runner’s Expo of the Zurich Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series Madrid!

On April 24 and 25, Mercy Ships will have a stand at IFEMA.

We look forward to meeting you, inspiring you, and inviting you to join our mission.

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Little hands, big creativity! Not every part of healing happens in a hospital room.

At the HOPE Center, creativity, laughter, and small moments of joy are part of the journey.

Find out how you can be part of a mission that’s changing lives at https://t.co/cli7qGzBZ4

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A little maintenance, a lot of teamwork! It takes all hands to keep life on board moving.

Join our community of volunteers. Your skills are have a place here!

Apply here: https://t.co/cli7qGzBZ4

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