Resources

Explore research reports, case studies, impact evaluations, and other technical documents about our programmes that work towards solving complex issues covering a range of sectors.

Two syrian woman site at a table in a meeting atmosphere.

Advancing Local Governance in Fragile Settings: Evidence from Northeast Syria

Using the context of Mercy Corps’ Catalyzing Community Resilience in Northern Syria program, this research examines how the role of youth in governance programs can shift power and decision-making within and to vulnerable communities.

Kenyan woman works to restore rangeland.

Bridging the Fragility Gap

This report seeks to address two key challenges: how to increase climate adaptation investments in FCS and how to spend that funding on interventions that work.

Washing hands in a basin.

Kabul’s Water Crisis

Kabul faces a dire water crisis with aquifers depleting, rising contamination, and collapsing access. Urgent investment and coordination are needed to prevent the city from becoming the first to run dry.

Flooding in samawah, iraq after heavy rain.

MEACAM Research Report: Floods in Focus

This report examines flooding impacts in Iraq, Syria, and Yemen. It details how conflict, urbanization, and poor infrastructure amplify flood risks, with approximately 1.5 million people at risk of displacement annually.

A abandoned boat on dry marshland during a drought in southern iraq.

MEACAM Research Report: Drought in Focus

This report examines agricultural drought in Iraq, Syria, and Yemen. It details how climate change and conflict worsen drought conditions, with significant impacts on farming communities.

Participants at a ben ni baara event holding a document.

Building Evidence for Climate Adaptation and Peacebuilding: Insights from Mali

Highlighting two research studies that demonstrate the growing evidence base on climate adaptation and peacebuilding from Mercy Corps Mali programs.