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- As stated in the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies’ (IFRC) Healthcare Framework, “ensuring that everyone, everywhere has access to the health services they require in all contexts, defines Red Cross work in health and care”.1
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Around the world, whenever a humanitarian crisis occurs, the Red Cross or Red Crescent is always one of the first organisations on the scene thanks to our kind volunteers. The principles guide their work on the ground. They also inform high-level policies, such as the British Red Cross’ anti-racism work. Today, the challenges posed by an unpredicta...
We recognise we’re only able to work in conflict zones because we’re trusted to be neutral, impartial and independent, and because the red cross and red crescent emblems reflect these principles. This is why it is important we help people to understand the principles and why they matter to us and to the people we help.
Our principles in action project explores how the fundamental principles help Red Cross and Red Crescent organisations around the world. Using real-life examples, the project shows how the principles help our staff and volunteers gain access to, and help, people in need. You can download our in-depth reports below.
Learn about the difference we make to people in crisis. Read our impact report. Do you have a question about this page or want to give us feedback? Visit our Contact us page. Find out about what we stand for, our history, how we're run and how we put kindness into action.
health services they require in all contexts, defines Red Cross work in health and care”.1 National Red Cross Societies apply a principled approach to health and care. They work across the whole of the EU to reach all people effectively and in a non-discriminatory and equitable manner.
War devastates health-care systems and hinders and deprives people of access to health care, including life-saving treatment. At the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), treating and caring for the sick and wounded during armed conflict and other violence is one of our founding principles.
The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) supports people’s health throughout their entire lifetime, in emergency and non-emergency settings. Our work spans health promotion, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and palliative care.
May 26, 2023 · As a recognised health actor at EU and national levels, the Red Cross works to support and reinforce public health systems to ensure accessible and quality health care and services for all.
