British Red Cross

To date, the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) has supported over 1.5 million people, and as well as its ongoing humanitarian response, this month, the International Committee of the Red Cross - ICRC established a field hospital in Rafah alongside PRCS and other National Societies including British Red Cross. We must see an increase in aid, at a much faster pace. More food, medicines, and personnel are needed now to respond to this crisis.

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Today, the #OlympicGames kick off in Paris, bringing together over 10,000 athletes from around the world to compete. This is also a significant moment for the #RedCross #RedCrescent, as the Croix-Rouge française will be providing first aid services throughout the games, training sessions, fan zones, and across the city.   With the help of over 4,500 dedicated volunteers, the French Red Cross has set up 600 first aid posts to ensure the safety and well-being of everyone involved. This initiative is the largest operation in the history of the French Red Cross and required 18 months of preparation.   As we enjoy the games, let’s take a moment to appreciate the incredible work of our Red Cross volunteers, who will be tirelessly working over the next three weeks to make the games a safe and memorable experience for everyone. 🚑❤️   #Paris2024 #FirstAid #Volunteers 

We’ll always be in awe of our incredible volunteers. ❤️⁣ ⁣ From driving our ambulances or answering calls on our support line, to helping people whose homes have been hit by fires or those who've arrived in the UK seeking safety, our volunteers use their skills, passion and kindness to help people when they need it most. #Volunteering #Volunteers #Volunteer

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Witnessing a crisis from afar can be traumatic, and we understand how desperate the situation has become for people in Gaza. Just as the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is working round the clock to provide life-saving support, we’re also supporting people affected in the UK. We’re here to offer practical and emotional support to anyone who needs it. We can also help families who are separated. Find out more about how we can help: https://lnkd.in/e44P25uF Or view the information in Arabic: https://lnkd.in/eBaXveAh

It’s been more than 10 weeks since the Rafah border closed in Gaza, famine is looming, clean water is scarce, and the healthcare system has all but collapsed.     Red Cross and Red Crescent teams are risking their lives to get vital support to people, but it is not enough. A greatly increased, regular flow of humanitarian aid into Gaza is essential, and humanitarian workers must be able to safely distribute this.     Our Gaza Crisis Appeal will help provide vital relief now, and ongoing crucial support in the many years ahead. If you can, please donate today: https://lnkd.in/dB_9sc3m Thank you.  

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Right now, every day is a fight for survival for people in Gaza. Food is running out. Clean water is scarce. There’s nowhere safe left to go. And, while the immediate needs are critical, the longer-term needs are also unimaginable. Homes have been destroyed, families are traumatised and there is little to no healthcare system left. People’s lives hang in the balance. But together we can help avert an even greater disaster. Donate now to help Red Cross and Red Crescent teams provide life-saving aid today as well as vital support for the years ahead: https://lnkd.in/dB_9sc3m Thank you.

We welcome the news that more people seeking safety in the UK will have their asylum claims assessed. Living in this state of limbo has devastating impacts for people as they wait for a decision to be made. They’re often not able to work, access education or apply for benefits. By addressing and clearing the backlog, people can finally get on with their lives and contribute to their communities. #Rwanda #EveryRefugeeMatters