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International Federationof Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies
July 2006
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To improve the lives of vulnerable people by mobilizing the power of humanity
International Federationof Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies
July 2006
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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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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Examples of Federation Secretariat-supported programmes in Asia Pacific
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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Examples of Federation Secretariat-supported programmes in Asia Pacific
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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Examples of Federation Secretariat-supported programmes in Asia Pacific
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)