Contributions by: Steve K K Kenei – Data Analyst, International Center for Humanitarian Affairs, Kenya Red Cross Society ulia Shen - Epidemiologist, Health Services Research and Policy Department, London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine alima Saado...
Thought Pieces
Is this the first “National Manager for Climate Change” in a National Society?
Shirley Blackshaw is a leader at the Costa Rican Red Cross who is orchestrating efforts to counter climate change. The IFRC innovation and futures team had an exclusive interview with Shirley, who outlined her experiences as a leader and the activities she carries out...
How this National Society is seeking to transform itself to be more fit for future challenges
French Red Cross’ Transformation & Innovation Strategy: an example of organisational change While the State faces more difficulties to guarantee quality public services for all, social needs are constantly increasing. This is why it is more urgent than ever for...
What if we need to change but do nothing?
Some perspectives on organisational transformation in the Movement. Reading the latest update on the Strategy 2030 ‘Platform for Change’ website, there are 2 clear calls to change. A call for us to be even better able to save lives, accompany people and support their...
Money matters: delivering cash to people in crisis
Much has been said about cash aid (I use this as a far from perfect shorthand for delivering cash and voucher assistance). Is it really a game changer for the humanitarian system or just hype? Will humanitarian aid in 2030 be marked by a shift away from delivery of...
The Future of Protection
We are in a period of the globalisation of fragility. The definition of protection, its scope and limitations, the role of humanitarian agencies, authorities and other actors has been and continues to be debated. Within the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement,...