On #InternationalNursesDay today, I extend my heartfelt thanks to all the nurses within our IFRC network teams and around the globe.

Despite all the challenges they face every day, they are always there for millions of people who need care and assistance.

Thank you for your…

Trust in science, vaccines & health authorities is declining. Preventable infections are becoming more common.

From Bosnia and Herzegovina to Kyrgyzstan, Red Cross and Red Crescent teams help communities to debunk misinformation and overcome vaccine hesitancy.

Building trust is…

In early September 2023, heavy rainfall from Storm Daniel inundated cities in Libya resulting in thousands of deaths. The port city of Derna was among the hardest hit.

Eight months later, families continue to grapple with the aftermath of losing their loved ones and their homes.…

Always a pleasure and a great learning experience to meet former UN Secretary General Ban Ki Moon. Thank you for your time and a great discussion.

Very pleased to sign a MoU with @KOICA to strengthen and expand our partnership. Thank you President Chang Won Sam for the hospitality and thoughtful discussion.

Thank you 대한적십자사(Korean Red Cross) for a very warm welcome and for substantive discussions with President Chul-Soo Kim that further strengthens our collaboration to tackle many global humanitarian challenges.

I was also pleased to sign the MoU with Korean RC Secretary General Jongsui…

Delighted to join the remarkable anniversary celebrating 120 years of the Red Cross Society of China (RCSC) in Beijing. For over a century, RCSC has been bringing hope to people, saving lives and upholding human dignity in China and beyond.

The unwavering commitment of its…

The floods in Kenya have led to widespread devastation, displacing families, and disrupting lives and livelihoods.

As of 6 May 2024 more than 340,000 people have directly been impacted, and over 30,000 households displaced.

Critical infrastructure, including schools, health…

Why neutrality matters for humanity?

I’m turning the focus to neutrality on this World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day. It's one of our fundamental principles and our guiding star.

My opinion piece with HPN on what neutrality is, what it is not - and why it's so crucial.…

Today is World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day — a day that we recognize and honour our 16.5 million volunteers who help more than 160 million people around the world each year.

Over this past year, we’ve seen unprecedented levels of violence against our humanitarian workers.…

I am deeply concerned by the escalation of hostilities in Rafah, putting many lives at risk.

The Rafah border crossing serves as a vital lifeline, and any threat to its operations will hamper the delivery of life-saving humanitarian aid into Gaza.

With over a million people,…

Glad to be back in Beijing. Today, I met with CIDCA Vice Chairman Zhao Fengtao to discuss our growing partnership. We value our collaboration with the Chinese government & Red Cross Society of China in alleviating humanitarian needs and strengthening resilience in the…

In April, the IFRC-DREF allocated a total of CHF 3,651,893 million in support to different emergency operations including floods, epidemics, population movement, volcanic eruption, drought, cyclone and others.

The IFRC’s Disaster Response Emergency Fund IFRC-DREF is the most…

The current devastating floods in Kenya exacerbate the existing humanitarian challenges in the country where millions are already grappling with acute food insecurity due to prolonged drought.

Over two-thirds of the counties affected by the floods are already experiencing…

So proud to remember the birthday of the IFRC today!

On 5 May 1919, at the Regina Hotel in Paris, representatives of 5 founder Red Cross societies 🇯🇵🇬🇧🇺🇸🇫🇷🇮🇹 created the League of Red Cross Societies now the @IFRC.

The IFRC has strived for hope and humanity for more than 100…

Ahead of World Red Cross Red Crescent Day on 8th of May, I would like to take a moment to celebrate the 105th anniversary of the founding of the IFRC.

As we are reminded of the remarkable journey we have taken together, it is also a time to reflect on the humanitarian principles…

Kenya is currently experiencing devastating floods affecting more than 260,000 people, and displacing about 23,000 households.

Forecasts predict more rain in the coming weeks, raising serious concerns about a wider humanitarian crisis.

In response to the immediate needs,…

Several parts of Africa including Kenya and Tanzania are currently facing worsening floods.

Our IFRC teams are working around the clock to provide life-saving care.

Thank you to the government of Australia 🇦🇺 for your support to our IFRC_DREF which will allows us to step up…