Introduction to the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
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Introduction to the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
AGENDAOrganizational Structure of the Movement History and Evolution
Fundamental Principles / Humanitarian Values Exploration of Principles and Values
Canadian Red Cross History, Structure, Role and Mission National and Local Programs
Terms of
• International Committee of the Red Cross — ICRC
• International Humanitarian Law (IHL)
• International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies
• National Societies
the Movement
Structure
The Fundamental Principles
Humanity - We strive to prevent and alleviate suffering, protect life and health, and ensure respect for the human being.
Impartiality - We do not discriminate.
Neutrality - We do not take sides.
Independence - We maintain our autonomy.
Voluntary Service – We are not prompted by a desire for gain.
Unity - Only one Red Cross or Red Crescent Society in any one country.
Universality - The Movement is worldwide.
Variations on the RED CRYSTAL
The mission of the Canadian
Red Cross
To improve the lives of vulnerable people by mobilizing the power of humanity in Canada and around the world.
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Services We Deliver• Disaster Services
• International Services
• First Aid
• Water Safety & Boating Safety• RespectED: Violence and abuse prevention
• HomePartners Programs
• Community Initiatives
A Closing
When humanity finally learns to control the elements...When the winds will be quiet and the earth cannot be torn apart...
When there will be no loneliness...no destitution...no war...When the last hungry man, woman or child is fed...
...Only then will there be no need for Red Cross.
- Albert Schweitzer
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