Water is the source of life — but when it's not properly
managed, can breed disease, create conflict and destroy
communities. Mercy Corps works to provide access to clean water
around the world, whether it's bringing relief during droughts
or rebuilding wells in remote villages. We also help people
learn proper sanitation, improve distribution and irrigation,
and strengthen communities against flooding. All stories about
Water Niger: Meet our field staff: Ibro May 20, 2013 After
leaving a job in radio journalism, Ibro is turning the message
of resilience into reality for drought-stricken communities in
Niger. Jordan, Syria: Life in Zaatari: An inside look April 19,
2013 Jordan's Zaatari refugee camp is filled with uniform rows
of tent upon tent now housing an estimated 140,000 Syrians. What
is it like there for families who don't know when they can
return home? Jordan, Syria: A city rising from the desert April
8, 2013 Less than a year after opening, Jordan's Zaatari refugee
camp is now housing more than 140,