Youth
Empowering the Next Generation Through Education and Opportunity
Why Youth Empowerment Matters
When children thrive, communities are transformed.
At MERCYworldwide, we believe that investing in youth isn't just about changing individual lives—it's about breaking cycles of poverty, building stronger communities, and creating lasting change that ripples through generations.
In a world where millions of young people lack access to quality education, safe environments, and meaningful opportunities, we step in to bridge the gap. From rural villages to urban centers, from refugee camps to underserved neighborhoods, we're committed to nurturing the potential that exists within every young person.
Transforming Lives Through Focused Impact
Every young person deserves the chance to discover their potential and pursue their dreams. Our youth programs are designed to meet young people where they are and equip them with the tools they need to thrive.
Educational Excellence
Education is the most powerful weapon you can use to change the world. We create learning environments where children can grow academically, emotionally, and socially—from building schools in rural communities to establishing libraries in refugee centers
Character Development
Beyond academics, we focus on character development and essential life skills. Through farm-based learning, mentorship programs, and community service, young people learn discipline, patience, teamwork, and the rewards of perseverance
Stories of Transformation Across the Globe
From a small school in Haiti that began with just 17 students and has grown to serve over 170 children, to community centers in Samoa offering second chances to at-risk youth, our programs are creating ripple effects of positive change. In Nigeria, we've built a school that served over 100 children in one of the world's most impoverished communities, while in Cambodia, we supported 58 orphaned children with education, healthcare, and hope for the future.
One graduate from our Samoa program, Risa, now employed by a well-known establishment on the island, shared: "Thank you, MERCYworldwide. You changed my life!"
