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American Red Cross in action following explosions in Boston

American Red Cross in action following explosions in Boston

Volunteers from the American Red Cross were immediately on the scene following the twin explosions at the finish line of the Boston Marathon yesterday. Three people we...

Turning up the volume on the ‘most exposed’ silent disaster of 2012

Turning up the volume on the ‘most exposed’ silent disaster of 2012

At the end of October 2012, Hurricane Sandy tore a path through the Caribbean before landing on the eastern seaboard of the United States.

Millions without power, thousands in shelters in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy

Millions without power, thousands in shelters in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy

The American Red Cross is continuing a major relief operation to assist people affected by the hurricane which has recently passed through the Caribbean before hitting...

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Address:

National Headquarters
2025 E Street N.W.
20006 Washington D.C

Contact Information:

Tel: (1) 800 RED CROSS
Fax: (1) (202) 3030052 (General)
Web: http://www.redcross.org

Language of correspondence: English

People:

  • President and CEO: Ms Gail MCGOVERN
  • Chairman: Ms Bonnie MCELVEEN-HUNTER
  • General Counsel and Chief International Officer: Mr David MELTZER
  • Executive Director, International Management and Planning: Mr Luke GREEVES
  • Executive Director, International Policy and External Affairs: Dr. Carrie SANTOS
  • Executive Director,International Response and Programs (Acting): Ms Amy Gaver
  • Director, International Policy and Relations: Ph.D. Brad A. GUTIERREZ
  • Asia Pacific Desk: Mr Mark PRESLAN
  • Senior Vice President for International Operations.: Mr Harold Brooks

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The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world's largest humanitarian organization, with 187 member National Societies. As part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, our work is guided by seven fundamental principles; humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality. About this site & copyright