Press

Media Inquiries

Welcome to the Mercy Ships Press Room. This section of the site is aimed at journalists, photographers and other members of the media interested in our work. Mercy Ships is pleased to share our story of hope and healing with the world. For more information, contact:

United States

Laura Rebouché
U.S. National Media Relations Director
Phone | +1 (903) 939-7137
Email | laura.rebouche@mercyships.org

International

Diane Rickard
International Media Manager, Mercy Ships
Email | diane.rickard@mercyships.org

Video Resources

Overview & General B-Roll

To download broadcast quality clips of Mercy Ships general b-roll, CLICK HERE.

Global Mercy General B-Roll

To download broadcast quality clips of the Global Mercy b-roll, CLICK HERE.

To download Global Mercy press photos, CLICK HERE.

Fact Sheets

Mercy Ships Facts

Fundamental information about our organization, programs and ships.

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Mercy Ships Values

The situation, our mission, vision and values.

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Global Mercy Facts

Details about our new purpose-built hospital ship and its facilities and features.

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Africa Mercy Facts

Details about our floating hospital ship and its facilities and features.

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Agriculture Facts

Our Food for Life program helps stop hunger in developing nations.

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Oral Health Facts

Programs to help the dental & oral diseases people face in developing nations.

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General Surgery Facts

Why the need is so extreme, and how we bring hope and healing.

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Women's Health Facts

A devastating pregnancy-related disability that can be repaired & prevented.

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Ophthalmic Facts

How we help the blind and visually impaired in developing nations.

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Endorsements

Max Lucado

Best Selling Author

“Mercy Ships puts faith in action — bringing hope and healing. Their floating hospital restores people’s dignity with free surgery and life-changing medical treatment. I fully support and commend the work of Mercy Ships.”

Joni Eareckson Tada

The Joni and Friends International Disability Center

“Mercy Ships excels in demonstrating the heartfelt compassion of Christ in hands-on, practical ways. I have seen the Mercy Ships team in action and have been moved to tears, knowing that thousands are being reached with the hope and help of Jesus!“

Tony Blair

Former Prime Minister | U.K.

“Their work goes beyond healing and comforting the sick … it provides a sense of hope that is badly needed in the places they work. I am delighted to give my support to Mercy Ships.”

Jimmy Carter

Former President | U.S.A.

“It gives me great pleasure to express my support for this visionary enterprise of hospital ships bringing hope and healing to some of the world’s most needy.”

Mary Flake de Flores

Former First Lady | Honduras

“The missions of Mercy Ships have been an example of hope, love, and commitment. We have witnessed the purest form of compassion, giving without the slightest thought of compensation.”