Mercy Said No
Volunteer
Bring your skills to our annual medical mission to Nigeria.
Join the mission
Your skills can change a life
Every year since 2012, apart from the 2020 pandemic pause, volunteers have travelled with Mercy Said No to bring screenings, treatment and health education to communities in Nigeria.
Whether you are a clinician or not, there is a role for you on mission.
Medical volunteers
Physicians and specialists, nurses, pharmacists, dentists, eye-care professionals, lab and imaging technicians, public health and nutrition specialists, and medical students and residents.
Non-medical volunteers
Interpreters, registration and data entry, supplies and logistics, coordination, health education, photography and video, operations and transport.
What happens next
- We review your sign-up
- Our volunteer team contacts you with mission dates and details
- You are briefed and prepared before the mission
Sign up to volunteer
It takes about two minutes. Fields marked * are required.
A day on mission
Where you fit in
Every patient moves through a structured flow of care. Each station is run by trained professionals and supported by volunteers, so no one is overlooked.
01
Registration
Patients are welcomed, registered and guided through the day.
Who helps: interpreters, registration and data entry volunteers
02
Triage
Vital signs, blood pressure and other checks decide who needs care first.
Who helps: nurses, emergency medical personnel, community health workers
03
Consultation
Each patient sees a clinician who listens and examines.
Who helps: physicians, specialists, physician assistants, nurse practitioners
04
Diagnosis
Screenings and tests confirm what each patient needs.
Who helps: laboratory scientists, radiographers and ultrasound technicians, optometrists
05
Treatment
Care is given, with health education and referrals for follow-up.
Who helps: physicians, nurses, dentists, eye-care professionals, diabetes educators, nutritionists
06
Pharmacy
Medicines are dispensed with clear guidance on how to take them.
Who helps: pharmacists, supported by supply and logistics volunteers
Volunteers at work
This could be you
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Nigeria is a fertile ground for medical missions, where even the smallest act of service can create meaningful and lasting impact.
Sade Ayedun, Mercy Said No volunteer, USA
A voice from the field
Ms. Sade Ayedun on why every act of service matters.
Volunteer FAQs
Good to know before you sign up
Still have a question? Our team is happy to help.
Do volunteers pay for their own travel and accommodation?
Volunteers pay for their own airfare. Accommodation for the duration of the mission is provided, in shared rooms.
Is there a volunteer fee?
No, there is no fee to volunteer. Volunteers who would like to can still give to support the mission.
When is the 2027 mission, and how long does a mission last?
Dates for the 2027 mission will be shared as soon as they are confirmed. Missions usually last 7 to 10 days.
Do medical volunteers need a licence or proof of registration?
Yes. We ask medical volunteers for a current licence or proof of registration, as a safeguard to make sure our patients receive proper care.
Is there a minimum age?
There is no strict minimum age, but we prefer volunteers aged 16 and over, because days on a mission trip are long.
Do I need a visa or vaccinations to travel to Nigeria?
Yes. Volunteers need a visa and the required vaccinations to travel to Nigeria for the mission.
How do you keep volunteers safe?
Security is a priority for us, so that every member of our team is safe throughout the mission.
Can't travel this year?
Your gift sends medicines, screenings and care with the volunteers who can.