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Season 2, Episode 4 | 38min
Reflecting on the 34th International Conference of the Red Cross and Red Crescent: Humanity at the Core
The 34th International Conference of the Red Cross and Red Crescent has served as a pivotal moment for reflection and action within the humanitarian community. As we celebrate the advancements made in international humanitarian law, disaster response, mental health support, and pandemic preparedness, it is crucial to recognize the challenges faced in a politically charged atmosphere. The conference underscored the importance of maintaining the integrity and spirit of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement amidst rising geopolitical tensions. With a commitment to consensus-based resolutions, we witnessed both unity and division, reminding us of the delicate balance required to uphold our core humanitarian values. The collaboration between National Societies and governments, particularly in adopting resolutions that transcend political agendas, exemplified the essence of our Movement—one that prioritizes human dignity above all else. As we move forward, let us carry with us the lessons learned from this conference, ensuring that our mission remains steadfast and unyielding, focused solely on alleviating human suffering and fostering solidarity in an increasingly fragmented world.
The Power of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Emblem
Liana Ghukasyan’s 23-year journey with the Red Cross began unexpectedly, when she recognised the emblem from her childhood in Armenia, where it symbolised hope during a devastating earthquake.
Strategy 2030 Mid-Term Review and Forecast
As we reach the midpoint of Strategy 2030, we are entering a new humanitarian era. A complex mass of emerging trends is changing the world around us and affecting our ability to act…
Innovation in the Face of Adversity: A report from the skies
Floods in Kenya have impacted 43 counties, prompting the Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) and the International Centre for Humanitarian Affairs (ICHA) to deploy drones and satellite imagery for disaster response.
Will Humanitarian Principles remain a Compass in Polarised Times?
The concern for an increasingly polarised world has emerged over the first five years of the Strategy period as a more significant challenge impacting the work of National Societies. This is affecting the ability of many National Societies (NS) to operate with neutrality and to maintain independence, but also catalysing new threats.
The Case for Truly Neutral Humanitarian Financing
Humanitarian funding is skewed by political bias and must recover a credible sense of neutrality to address massive humanitarian needs. To achieve this, Liana Ghukasyan calls on governments to live up to their Good Humanitarian Donorship commitments and take action to ensure aid reaches those who need it most, regardless of geopolitical interests.
Is the era of volunteer retention over?
Volunteer retention is often touted as a key metric of success for volunteer-engaging organizations. However, there is an ongoing debate across the volunteer sector about whether the focus should be on retaining volunteers or on ensuring they have a positive and fulfilling experience, regardless of the length of engagement.
Feedback from the Network on Volunteering
Volunteering is one of the most important issues impacting the wellbeing of the IFRC network and its ability to fulfil its humanitarian mission. In our consultations, ‘Volunteer engagement and support’ was cited as the second most important priority for the...
Navigating “The Day After” in Gaza for Humanitarians
As the war in Gaza enters its eighth month, the international community is grappling with the daunting task of envisioning a path forward. The humanitarian crisis in the besieged enclave has reached unprecedented levels…
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