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International Federationof Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies

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To improve the lives of vulnerable people by mobilizing the power of humanity


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0Our vision:

We strive, through voluntary action, for a world of empowered communities, better able to address human suffering and crises with hope, respect for dignity and a concern for equity


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1859- battle of Solferino - Henry Dunant

1863- International Committee for Relief of the

Wounded (later the International Committee of the Red Cross)

- first International Conference (Geneva)- creation of National Committees for Relief

to Wounded Soldiers

1919- Henry Davison initiated founding of the League

of Red Cross Societies to improve the health of populations after World War I

- founding National Societies: American,British, French, Italian and Japanese

- since 1991 International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies

Birth of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement

Henry Dunant


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International Red Crossand Red Crescent Movement

National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies“National Societies”

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies “International Federation”

International Committee of the Red Cross “ICRC”ICRC


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The emblems

The red cross and the red crescent are two of the most recognized symbols in the world. But they are more than just that. They are protective emblems and their use is enshrined in international humanitarian law.


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The red crystal was created by States at the Diplomatic Conference in 2005.

It stands alongside the red cross and red crescent, with equal status.

The emblems


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Humanity

Impartiality

Neutrality

Independence

Voluntary service

Unity

Universality

Seven Fundamental Principles of the Movement


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National Societies act as auxiliaries to the public authorities of their own countries in the humanitarian field.

They provide a range of services including disaster relief, health and social programmes, and assistance to people affected by war.

National Societieswhat they do


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Member National Societies

Growth in Federation membership


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Setting directions

Every day millions of volunteers worldwide assist people in need.

Their activities are defined in the International Federation’s Strategy 2010, and in National Societies’ strategic plans.


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Strategy 2010: Four core areas for action

Promotion of fundamentalprinciples and humanitarian values

Disaster response

Disaster preparedness

Health and care in the community


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Federation of the Future

The Federation of the Future process defines how the organization works together to achieve our mission of alleviating human suffering.Millions of people stand to benefit from a strong, focused and relevant Federation which is outward-looking and engaged. Our impact in the world is increased when it functions well and works together effectively.


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A global agenda Reduce the number of deaths,

injuries and impact from disasters. Reduce the number of deaths,

illnesses and impact from diseases and public health emergencies.

Increase local community, civil society and Red Cross Red Crescent capacity to address the most urgent situations of vulnerability.

Promote respect for diversity and human dignity, and reduce intolerance, discrimination and social exclusion.


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68.3 million beneficiaries assisted through humanitarian programmes in 2003.

97 million members and volunteers, of whom 20 million are active volunteers

185 National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies

Key figures


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Four core AreasPromotion of fundamentalprinciples and humanitarian values

Disaster response

Disaster preparedness

Health and care in the community

MissionServing National Societies

Leading and inspiringthe Federation

Strategic directionsResponsive and focused

Well-functioning National Societies

Working together effectively

RoleServing leader

Secretariat focus


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Regional delegations

Service centre

Budapest

Tunis

Dakar

Panama

Lima

Harare

Nairobi

Ankara

Almaty

Beijing

Bangkok

Suva

New Delhi

Amman

Dubai

Kuala Lumpur


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Annual appeal humanitarian assistance

for enduring emergencies building capacities to serve

the community global programmes

Emergency appeals after a disaster occurs and needs

exceed capacities of the National Society

launched at the request of the National Society operations with fixed objectives, open to revision

Appeals – the main source of funding


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10 largest donors 2005 (as of 20 April 2006)

Contibutions in cash, kind, and services in response to appeals 2005, in million of Swiss Francs


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Breakdown of 2006/2007 appeals by categoryTotal sought 429.7 million of Swiss francs (as of December 2005)

Coordination and implementation8%

Organizational development15%

Health and care48%

Humanitarianvalue3%

Disastermanagement26%


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Examples of Federation Secretariat-supported programmes in Asia Pacific

In response to various typhoons, including Durian & Xangsane

Target beneficiaries: 200,000 Appeal amount: CHF 8.8 million Operation timeframe: 9 months People served with relief as of

mid-Dec 06: close to 32,000 11 RDRT, 7 FACT, 1 ERU & 4

delegates mobilizedWorking with Philippine National Red Cross

Philippines: Typhoons (Emergency Appeal no. MDRPH002)


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Targets vulnerable groups that fall outside government safety net

E.g. single-headed households, disabled people and senior citizens

Day care/social centre for seniors Home care, visits, material support Helping migrants register with

government to obtain benefits Advocate with other agencies to

improve benefits to target groups In support of Mongolian RC

Mongolia: Social care project (part of Mongolia Appeal 06-07 no. MAAMN001)


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Target beneficiaries: more than 1 million Appeal amount: CHF 163.9 million Operation timeframe: until end of 2008 Emergency phase over – 122,000

families served in relief (exceeding original target)

500,000 people given medical assistance Moved into recovery and reconstruction 44 reconstruction projects planned for

completion by end of ops Working with Pakistan Red Crescent

Pakistan: Earthquake (Emergency Appeal no. 05EA022)


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climate change advocacy in the Pacific Pacific islands at risk due to low

islands surrounded by bodies of water Tuvalu and Samoa pilot projects on

climate change adaptation public awareness, community work,

risk reduction to mitigate effects of CC Community preparedness to face

effects of CC (e.g. floods and resulting health & water and sanitation risk)

Pacific: Risk reduction & climate change (Part of Pacific Appeal 06-07 no. MAA55001)

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