Malagasy Red Cross Society

Jordan National Red Crescent Society

Forced to move: Communities stand together across Benin

Democratic Republic of the Congo: Population Movement

For almost two years, the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), in particular North Kivu, has been facing a devastating conflict that has intensified and become increasingly complex over time, with the potential to reach unprecedented levels in North Kivu. This crisis is characterized by a multitude of armed actors, a large, displaced population and an even larger population in need of humanitarian aid. The IFRC and its membership seek CHF 50 million (CHF 30 million expected to be raised by the IFRC Secretariat) to support the DRC Red Cross in its provision of food assistance, health services, water, sanitation and hygiene and protection services to 500,000 displaced people and their host communities in North and South Kivu.

Morocco: Earthquake

A 6.8 magnitude earthquake hit Morocco on September 8, killing and injuring thousands of people and causing widespread destruction. The Moroccan Red Crescent Society (MRCS) responded immediately, providing first aid and psychosocial support, helping transport the injured to hospitals, evacuating people from damaged buildings and providing dignified burial management.Through this appeal, the IFRC is supporting MRCS to meet the immediate and early recovery needs of 500,000 affected people. Priorities include providing food and safe water, essential household items, shelter support, health and mental health services, and cash assistance.

Caribbean Islands: Hurricane Beryl

Hurricane Beryl made landfall in Grenada and Saint Vincent and the Grenadines on 1 July as a Category 4 hurricane and has since left a trail of devastation across the Caribbean. Through this emergency appeal, the IFRC and its membership aim to support the Red Cross Societies of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines, Grenada, Barbados, and Jamaica in their response to the hurricane through the provision of immediate humanitarian assistance, protection, and recovery support for the most affected families. The IFRC and its membership will support 25,000 people (5,000 households) for a period of 12 months.

Bangladesh: Population Movement

Over one million displaced people from Myanmar have been living in overcrowded camps in Cox's Bazar, Bangladesh for years — facing disease outbreaks, monsoons, fires, and a future with no clear path home. The Bangladesh Red Crescent Society is on the ground delivering healthcare, clean water, shelter, and protection to the most vulnerable, but with international aid at an all-time low, they urgently need to scale up.

Middle East: Complex Emergency

Across the Middle East, millions of people — including children, the elderly, and families torn apart by conflict — have lost their homes, their access to food, clean water, and medical care. Red Cross and Red Crescent teams in Lebanon, Jordan, Syria, and Egypt are already on the ground providing emergency healthcare, shelter, and essential supplies, and are preparing to scale up as needs grow.

Ukraine and impacted countries crisis

Over four years of conflict, 12.7 million people in Ukraine and beyond are struggling without reliable shelter, healthcare, clean water, or safety — while humanitarian funding is shrinking. The Red Cross is on the ground delivering life-saving aid, mental health support, and emergency relief to the most vulnerable, with plans to reach over 2 million more people through 2027.

Six months after Hurricane Melissa, locally led recovery will determine how communities withstand future shocks

Kingston, Panama City, Geneva 21, April 2026 — Six months after Hurricane Melissa, Jamaica is entering a critical phase where recovery efforts must continue to be a priority or risk deepening long-term vulnerability, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) and the Jamaica Red Cross stated today, as they presented the country’s recovery strategy during the Hurricane Melissa Recovery Conference held in Kingston.The Category 5 hurricane affected 1.6 million people — more than half the country’s population — causing an estimated USD 8.8 billion in damages — equivalent to 56 per cent of Jamaica’s GDP — placing significant pressure on public finances, slowing economic recovery, and leaving lasting impacts on livelihoods, housing and essential services. Losses in key sectors such as tourism and agriculture continue to affect income and stability, particularly in rural and coastal communities.At the same time, rising global costs — including fuel and agricultural inputs — are increasing the burden on recovery, making it more expensive for families to rebuild and for systems to recoverWhile emergency response efforts helped stabilize the immediate aftermath, thousands of families remain displaced or living in damaged homes, with limited means to rebuild.“Six months after a disaster, recovery becomes decisive. If we get this moment right, we can reduce future risks. If we don’t, vulnerabilities deepen,” said Jagan Chapagain, Secretary General of the IFRC. “Recovery is about strengthening the capacity of communities, systems and institutions to withstand the next shock. That means investing early, working in coordination with national authorities, and trusting local actors to lead — particularly National Societies like the Jamaica Red Cross, whose auxiliary role positions them to support and strengthen national recovery efforts.”With a new hurricane season approaching and humanitarian needs still acute, the Jamaica Red Cross has developed a recovery strategy focused on five critical areas: shelter, livelihoods, health — including mental health — hygiene, and community resilience. The strategy is grounded in community engagement, data-driven assessments, and close coordination with national authorities, ensuring that recovery efforts are aligned with national priorities and shaped by the needs of affected people.“This strategy is aligned with the national recovery framework and builds on what has already been achieved in the response, while supporting communities to recover safely and sustainably,” said Allasandra Chung, President of the Jamaica Red Cross. “It recognises that every family and every community recovers at a different pace and requires solutions tailored to their specific needs. Grounded in dialogue with affected people and national authorities, and drawing on our experience in recovery from Hurricane Beryl and other crises, it goes beyond rebuilding what was lost — helping communities rebuild futures that are safer, more resilient and better prepared for what lies ahead.”The Jamaica Red Cross, supported by the IFRC network, has been central to the response and continues to support communities as recovery progresses. To date, more than 45,000 people have received humanitarian assistance, including shelter materials, hygiene items, food and cash support. Over 6,000 households have received cash assistance to help meet urgent needs and begin rebuilding, while mental health and psychosocial support has reached more than 2,100 people.The Jamaica Red Cross recovery approach places local leadership at its core, strengthening community capacities and ensuring that people are active participants in shaping their own recovery. Through training, outreach and engagement, communities are being supported to rebuild safer homes, restore livelihoods and reduce future risks.The recovery strategy forms part of the IFRC Emergency Appeal for 19 million Swiss francs to support 180,000 people over 24 months. However, the appeal is currently only 56 per cent funded, limiting the ability to scale up recovery efforts at the pace required.AV assets available here.Download the recovery strategy here.For more information and to arrange interviews contact: [email protected] JamaicaEsther Pinnock +1 (876) 836-5049In PanamaSusana Arroyo +507 69993199In GenevaTommaso Della Longa +41 79 708 4367Paolo Cravero +41 79 894 83 96

Red Cross of the Republic of San Marino

Senegalese Red Cross Society

Somali Red Crescent Society

Suriname Red Cross

South Sudan Red Cross