Mercy Aids

Facilitating broad-based support for orphans, vulnerable children, and the people who care for them since 2005 Our Vision Caring, safe, resilient communities where children can grow to their full potential supported by safe, thriving adults. Our Mission Collaborating with others to foster sustainable, safe spaces of care for children’s physical, emotional and relational development. Food Sovereignty The right to food is a human right recognized under national and international law which protects the right of human beings to access food and feed themselves, either by producing their own food or by buying it. The right to food is linked to one’s right to life and dignity. Food Relief We support community-run soup kitchens which provide short term solution to hunger needs. Sustainable Development Sustainable food gardens provide households with a dignified way of providing some food for themselves as well as opportunity for income from sales. Safe Spaces In South Africa, every child has the right to dignity, health, education, family life, play and recreation, an adequate standard of living and protection from violence, abuse, and harm. Children’s rights cover their developmental and age-appropriate needs that change over time as the child grows. Children need the love and care of safe, thriving adults if they are to develop to their full potential - physically, emotionally, relationally, intellectually, socially. We work with children and adults to create safe spaces where children can flourish.