International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRC

Our partnership with the European Union is based on teamwork, dedication and resilience, with a common goal: to support communities around the world to reduce risks and be better prepared for disasters and health emergencies. #StrongerFasterSafer

There is #NoExcuse for gender-based violence. Not now. Not ever. The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRC stands united in the fight to end violence against women. #16Days

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRC is shocked and deeply saddened by the killing of volunteer Muhannad Jakish of Syrian Arab Red Crescent. We strongly reiterate our call for unwavering respect for the Red Cross, Red Crescent and Red Crystal emblems and the crucial humanitarian services they represent. https://bit.ly/3ZqA6uo

"Humanity must seize on critical chance to get ahead of advancing technology" Listen to Episode 7 of Season 3 of the IFRC’s #PeopleInTheRedVest podcast, featuring Vasilka Sancin, Vice President Rdeči križ Slovenije | Slovenian Red Cross. 🎧 Link to full episode: https://lnkd.in/eByNcfx5

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRC is shocked and deeply saddened by the killing of volunteer Muhannad Jakish of the Syrian Arab Red Crescent (SARC). Early on Wednesday, 27 November, several strikes hit border crossings between Syria and Lebanon. Muhannad Jakish was rescuing wounded people when a strike hit the site. He was fatally hit and eight other volunteers were injured in the attacks. The IFRC sends our deepest condolences to the family of Muhannad and to his SARC friends and colleagues. We strongly reiterate our call for unwavering respect for the Red Cross, Red Crescent and Red Crystal emblems and the crucial humanitarian services they represent. Even one life lost is far too many. Yet, 31 of our volunteers and staff have died or been killed this year while performing their humanitarian duties. This must stop. #ProtectHumanity #NotATarget Our statement 👉 https://bit.ly/3ZqA6uo

🎵Music 🧶Knitting 🧘♀️Yoga Just three of the many activities Icelandic Red Cross organizes for those who have fled Ukraine, with support of IFRC Reference Centre for Psychosocial Support and funded by #EU4Health. Together, we support mental health and ensure displaced people are #NotAlone. EU Health and Food Safety

With new technologies changing our lives in rapid and radical ways, Vasilka Sancin calls this a time of unprecedented opportunity. “This is an enormous opportunity for humankind to act preventatively, to address issues ahead of any potential disasters,” says Sancin, an international law expert who serves as Vice-President of the Rdeči križ Slovenije | Slovenian Red Cross and as a member of the United Nations Human Rights Council Advisory Committee. As developing technologies such as autonomous weapon systems and artificial intelligence pose new possibilities and new risks, the time is now for people to work together to ensure our laws provide adequate protection for people impacted by crisis. Tune in to Episode 7, Season 3 of IFRC 's #PeopleInTheRedVest podcast 👉 https://lnkd.in/e74JVPhV #IHL #HumanRightsLaw #TechOpportunities International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRC

After months of hostilities, a ceasefire in #Lebanon brings hope, but immense needs persist. The Lebanese Red Cross continues its tireless efforts, providing emergency aid, transferring the injured, and offering psychosocial support. Listen to Mey AL Sayegh

Globally, 1 in 3 women faces physical or sexual violence during her lifetime. The ongoing humanitarian crises, conflicts and climate change have exacerbated the risks for this violence. the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRC joins the 16 Days of activism against Gender-Based Violence. #16Days #NoExcuse.

The IFRC and Ukrainian Red Cross are delivering generators, solar panels, emergency supplies, and cash assistance to support affected families. However, needs are overwhelming, and international support is declining. Urgent action and long-term investment are crucial to help the most vulnerable survive this crisis. 🎧 Listen to Jaime Wah