International Volunteer Day: Every day, volunteers like Ange bring ‘a first, life-saving response’

Around the world, volunteers like Ange Mulanga from the Democratic Republic of the Congo navigate a complex range of challenges to bring life-saving services to people affected by armed conflict, natural disasters and epidemics.

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is the world’s largest humanitarian network.

Our secretariat supports local Red Cross and Red Crescent action in more than 191 countries, bringing together more than 16 million volunteers for the good of humanity.

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IFRC appalled by the killing of Palestine Red Crescent volunteer Alaa Al-Derawi

IFRC appalled by the killing of Palestine Red Crescent volunteer Alaa Al-Derawi

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International Volunteer Day: In the Philippines, volunteers brought unwavering support in the face of six devastating typhoons

International Volunteer Day: In the Philippines, volunteers brought unwavering support in the face of six devastating typhoons

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‘Climate-preneurship’: One young Ghanian’s response to the worsening impacts of climate change

People in the Red Vest:
Season 3,
Episode 8

‘Climate-preneurship’: One young Ghanian’s response to the worsening impacts of climate change

People in the Red Vest:
Season 3,
Episode 8
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International Volunteer Day: ‘We will continue our humanitarian mission until the very end’

International Volunteer Day: ‘We will continue our humanitarian mission until the very end’

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Latest emergencies

Volunteer from Mauritanian Red Crescent visits family displaced by insecurity in Mali.

Mauritania: Population Movement

The internal conflict in Mali intensified throughout 2024, increasing displacement of civilians to Mauritania. As of 30 September this year, 262,000 refugees crossed the border to Mauritania, and approximately 12,400 Mauritanian civilians returned from Mali. Services in camps are already limited due to overcrowding and lack of humanitarian services, and those living outside camps have extremely limited access to basic services, such as shelter, water, sanitation, food, healthcare, protection and education. Your donation will help the IFRC make a meaningful difference for the 61,760 people supported by the Mauritanian Red Crescent in this response.

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06/11/2024

PDF | Emergency Appeal

Mauritania - Pop. Movement (MDRMR017)

06/11/2024 | PDF | Emergency Appeal

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Mali Red Cross provides relief supplies to people impacted by flooding and insecurity.

Mali: Complex Emergency

Mali faces a severe humanitarian crisis as unprecedented flooding and ongoing armed conflict displace thousands, destroy homes, and devastate the agricultural economy. As the country grapples with this complex emergency, millions are left without basic necessities such as food and safe drinking water. Your donation helps us in making a meaningful difference for the 200,000 people supported by the Mali Red Cross in this response.

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12/11/2024

PDF | Emergency Appeal

Mali - Complex Emergency (MDRML020)

12/11/2024 | PDF | Emergency Appeal

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Lebanese Red Cross volunteers prepare humanitarian aid in the city of Aley. They store food parcels, mattresses and others goods in local warehouses so they can be distributed to displaced people.

Lebanon: Complex Emergency

Lebanon’s southern border has been the scene of continued conflict since 8 October 2023, with a massive increase in airstrikes and attacks, leading to over 2,710 deaths and 12,592 injuries as of 28 October 2024. Through this emergency appeal, the IFRC and its membership aim to address the urgent needs of 600,000 people by providing interventions involving healthcare, food security and shelter, as well as support with water, sanitation and hygiene. This appeal will also help scale up the search and rescue capacity of the Lebanese Red Cross.

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11/11/2024

PDF | Emergency Appeal

MDRLB017EA.pdf

11/11/2024 | PDF | Emergency Appeal

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People gather to receive aid packages from the IFRC and Philippines Red Cross after Cyclone Kristine

Philippines: Typhoons and Floods

In just three weeks during October and November 2024, the Philippines faced the devastating impacts of four tropical cyclones, displacing over 1.4 million people and severely affecting 9.9 million others. The destruction of homes, schools, and livelihoods has left vulnerable communities in urgent need of basic necessities like food, water, and shelter, with two more storms expected to intensify the crisis. This emergency appeal will help make a meaningful difference for more than 17,000 families supported by the Philippine Red Cross in this response.

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15/11/2024

PDF | Emergency Appeal Revision

Philippines - Cyclone Tropical Storm Kristine (MDRPH056)

15/11/2024 | PDF | Emergency Appeal Revision

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5,800,000
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184,225
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South Sudan Red Cross volunteers help people to safety during heavy flooding.

South Sudan: Floods

Since May 2024, South Sudan has experienced significant flooding, caused by heavy rainfall and the bursting of the Nile River banks. The floods have affected more than 700,000 people, caused extensive damage to homes and devastated livestock and crops.Through this emergency appeal, the IFRC and its membership aim to address the urgent needs of 300,000 people through health, WASH, shelter and livelihoods interventions.

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17/10/2024

PDF | Emergency Appeal

South Sudan - Floods (MDRSS014)

17/10/2024 | PDF | Emergency Appeal

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Featured report

Everyone Counts: Special Edition Mid-Term Review of Strategy 2030

Five years ago, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) embarked on a journey to ensure that we go beyond resilience and enable individuals and communities to thrive. The journey began in 2020 with the adoption of Strategy 2030. As we reach the midpoint of Strategy 2030, the IFRC reflects on the collective performance of the global network. The hard work and commitment of our member National Societies has allowed the IFRC to gather and share evidence of our work and achievements through key processes and platforms: the Federation-wide Databank and Reporting System, Unified Planning and Reporting, and the GO platform. The Solferino Academy also gathers a wealth of insights from the IFRC network’s leaders, staff, and volunteers. This document reflects the analysis of our achievements and the insights on the challenges ahead, so we can adjust our priorities and ways of working for the remaining five years of Strategy 2030.

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