“Now he can walk properly like everyone else.” 💙 When 3.5-year-old Rayan struggled to walk without falling, his dad heard about another child helped by the #AfricaMercy. After surgery and months of rehab, Rayan is walking and playing again! #MercyShips #HopeAndHealing

Sometimes, the future begins with a dream we don’t fully understand yet. Years later, we look back and see how far we’ve come. 💙 Who knows where your dreams might lead you? #MercyShips #LifeOnBoard #Volunteer #HopeAndHealing

“A cheerful heart is good medicine.” Proverbs 17:22 (NIV) 💙 A bicycle, a playful moment, and a reminder that joy can find us in unexpected places. This Sunday, may we remember to make room for joy, wherever we are and whatever our days may hold. 🙏

It’s Saturday! ☀️💙 When you’re not on duty aboard, Saturdays are often for getting outside, spending time with friends, exploring the beauty of the country we serve, and making the most of the privilege of being here.

This #WorldAnesthesiaDay, we celebrate the anesthesia professionals who make safe, compassionate surgery possible. 💙 We’re grateful for those strengthening surgical systems and training the next generation of healthcare professionals across Africa. #MercyShips #SafeSurgery

We know you're out there 👀🚢⁣ ⁣ Share this to help us find the next people who will bring hope and healing around the world. ⁣ Check the link in bio to find your place on board⁣ ⁣ #MercyShips #Volunteer

“I am free! My back feels free!” 💙 For decades, Alexandre lived with a 6.5 kg mass that made everyday life difficult. Aboard the #AfricaMercy, he finally received surgery and can look forward to everyday moments with new freedom. #MercyShips #HopeAndHealing #Madagascar

Emotional support water bottle: essential crew member💧🚢 #MercyShips #trend

Pierre loved riding his bike and helping on the farm 💙 A contracture made these activities harder, and classmates teased him about his hand. After surgery and rehab on the #AfricaMercy, he has more freedom to move his arm and enjoy the things he loves.

Who’s ready to see what our patients created? 💙 At the HOPE Center, creativity took center stage as patients and volunteers came together for a special sewing event. Take a look at their work! #MercyShips #HOPECenter #HopeAndHealing #Volunteers

A week onboard, ending with a view like this 🌅 One of those moments that makes you stop, take it all in, and feel grateful to be here. #MercyShips #GlobalMercy #AfricaMercy

What does it take to restore sight? 💙 Skilled eye care professionals and training that builds local expertise and expands access to quality eye care. This #WorldSightDay, we’re celebrating the power of partnership to strengthen healthcare systems and create lasting impact.

POV: someone on board tells you how much they appreciate you 🥹💙 And suddenly you’re trying not to cry in the middle of the hallway. #MercyShips #GlobalMercy #LifeOnBoard #favoritepersontrend

Her parents didn’t know how they would afford surgery. Born with a cleft lip, feeding was difficult for Andriantso. At 3, she traveled with her parents to the #AfricaMercy for free surgery bringing relief and hope for her future 💙 #MercyShips #Madagascar

“Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things.” Colossians 3:2 (NIV) 💙 A Sunday reminder to pause, look up, and fix our eyes on what matters most. #MercyShips #SundayReflection #GlobalMercy

A meal can be more than a meal. 💙 At the HOPE Center, volunteers support patients throughout their recovery from admission to discharge with practical care, connection, and compassion. Could your skills be part of it? #MercyShips #Volunteer

Some moments start as dreams. Then one day, you look back through your camera roll and realize you’re living them. What a privilege it is to look back and realize you’re living moments you once dreamed of 💙 #MercyShips #GlobalMercy #AfricaMercy

For Pierre, something as simple as riding a bicycle wasn’t so simple. A severe contracture in his right arm made everyday tasks difficult. Then, he came aboard the #AfricaMercy. Watch his journey and see what safe surgery made possible 💙 #MercyShips #HopeAndHealing

When you have all these options on board… and still can’t decide where to go first 👀 Where would you head first? #MercyShips #GlobalMercy #AfricaMercy #ShipLife #LifeOnBoard

Jaminatu wanted to go back to school 💙 After a burn injury kept her at home, surgery aboard the #GlobalMercy and months of rehab helped her return to her community, ready to look toward the future again. #MercyShips #HopeAndHealing