Volunteer Resources

Here you’ll find a glimpse of what surgeries happen on board, what funds may be needed to serve and where the ships can be found.

Faith & Community Information

https://volunteer.mercyships.org/resources/faith-and-community

Medical Conditions for Volunteers

https://volunteer.mercyships.org/resources/medical-requirements/

Training Programs

https://volunteer.mercyships.org/resources/training-programs/

Volunteer Guidebooks

https://volunteer.mercyships.org/guidebooks/

Ship Schedules

https://volunteer.mercyships.org/resources/ship-schedules/

Here you’ll find a range of documents that are foundational to Mercy Ships as an organization.

Mission, Vision, Values

https://volunteer.mercyships.org/learn-more#mission-vision-values

Statement of Faith

https://volunteer.mercyships.org/resources/faith-and-community#statement-of-faith

Community of Faith Covenant Agreement

https://volunteer.mercyships.org/resources/community-of-faith-covenant-agreement/

Code of Conduct

https://volunteer.mercyships.org/resources/code-of-conduct/

Here you’ll find the core guidelines and commitments that keep our volunteer community safe, respectful, and thriving. These resources provide clarity and support so you can serve with confidence.

CEFR Information for Volunteers

https://volunteer.mercyships.org/resources/cefr-information/

Family Separation Policy

https://volunteer.mercyships.org/resources/family-separation-policy/

Code of Conduct

https://volunteer.mercyships.org/resources/code-of-conduct/

Child Safety Code of Conduct

https://volunteer.mercyships.org/resources/child-safety-code-of-conduct/

Hospital Code of Conduct

https://volunteer.mercyships.org/resources/hospital-code-of-conduct/

IT Acceptable Use Policy

https://volunteer.mercyships.org/resources/information-technology-acceptable-use-policy/

Staff Confidentiality Agreement

https://volunteer.mercyships.org/resources/staff-confidentiality-agreement/

Volunteer Service Agreement

https://volunteer.mercyships.org/resources/volunteer-service-agreement/

Privacy Policy

https://volunteer.mercyships.org/privacy-policy/

Recruitment Scam Alert

https://volunteer.mercyships.org/recruitment-scam-alert/

Here you’ll find the standards, guidelines, and requirements that ensure a safe environment for every volunteer and the communities we serve.

Maritime Requirements

https://volunteer.mercyships.org/resources/maritime-requirements/

License Nations for Maritime Requirements

https://volunteer.mercyships.org/resources/maritime-license-nations/

Registering with Foreign Affairs

https://volunteer.mercyships.org/resources/registering-with-foreign-affairs/