| Programmes and appeal 2008-2009
Building humanitarian
partnerships
The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement’s position as the world’s leading
humanitarian organization is unchallenged: we have 100 million members and volunteers in
places ranging from the very smallest communities to the largest cities in 186 countries.
The Movement is like no other global humanitarian organization as it works from within
communities. This level of local access and understanding, coupled with the neutrality of the
organization and its determination to help those in greatest need regardless of their nationality,
background, personal circumstances or beliefs, makes the Movement truly unique.
Red Cross Red Crescent volunteers live in the communities they serve. They are there before,
during and after events and live with the results of their actions.
Because of this unique approach to humanitarianism, the International Federation has a
permanent interest in communities. When our work is done, we don’t pack up and leave; we
continue to live in the community alongside our families, friends and neighbours.
In practice, this means we are well positioned and equipped to create lasting results in a
realistic and sustainable way – improving the lives of the most vulnerable people on the planet.
Having the interests of the most vulnerable people at the forefront of everything we do
logically leads our organization to seek cooperation instead of engaging in competition.We do
not and cannot do things alone.
In this chapter:
- Red Cross Red Crescent opts for alliances
- What does this global presence mean in practical terms?
- Red Cross Red Crescent volunteers are there before,
during and after
- We bridge the gap between people, communities,
government and civil society
- Turning plans into results
- Global and operational alliances achieve sustained results
- The deadly cost of malaria
- The power of an alliance
- For every need, a solution is waiting
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