British Red Cross -The British Red Cross
cares for people in crisis, both nationally and internationally. For thousands
of vulnerable people, it is the certain sign of hope in crisis
British
Red Cross
The Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is the largest independent humanitarian
network in the world, with more than 100 million members across the globe.
One of the most active members of this movement, the British Red Cross
is a leading UK charity with 46,000 volunteers working in almost every
community
How much do you want to donate?
What they do:
Dawn Patrol
Emergency Response
Fire Victim Support
First Aid at Public Events
Home from Hospital
Medical Loan
International Tracing & Message
Shops
Skin Camouflage
Support for Refugees
Transport and Escort
Youth Achievement Awards
Youth - Befriending
Youth - Global Youth Awareness Programme
Youth - International Volunteering
Youth - Study SupportBefriending
Domiciliary Care
First Aid at Events
First Aid Training
Home from Hospital
Medical Aid Department Manager
Message and Tracing
Special Needs Family Support
Therapeutic Massage
Get involved:
There are many ways for you to become involved with the British Red Cross's
work.
Make a donation- Your donation is vital if we are to
continue to care for people in crisis. Find out about how your gift could
help or give now.
Receive our email news - the british red cross will send
you a monthly newsletter to help keep you up to date about their work
both 'across the world' and 'around the corner.'
Events
Find out more about our local, national and Red Spirit events. From white
water rafting to cycling in Cambodia, there is something for everyone.
Become a volunteer -Volunteering is much more than just
a job. It is an opportunity to meet friends, learn new skills and make
a difference to people’s lives.
New ways to give
With so many ways to choose from its never been easier to support the
work of the British Red Cross.
Job vacancies -Why not come and work for us? This section
includes current vacancies at the British Red Cross, both regional and
at our UK Office.
Corporate partnerships
Find out how your company can forge a rewarding and mutually beneficial
relationship with the British Red Cross.
Working overseas The British Red Cross maintains a register of
skilled, experienced delegates who are available to work overseas.
The Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is the largest independent humanitarian
network in the world, with more than 100 million members across the globe.
One of the most active members of this movement, the British Red Cross
is a leading UK charity with 40,000 volunteers working in almost every
community.
Emergency Response in the UK
We respond to hundreds of emergencies in the UK every year and are included
in local authority emergency plans for every county. We have a special
role to play supporting the emergency services in their response to humanitarian
crises.
>> In 2001 we dealt with 1,328 fire victim support callouts
First Aid
We train almost 100,000 first aiders every year, preparing them to cope
with emergencies at work, in the home or in the event of a major incident.
We also provide first aid teams for public events both large and small.
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>> In 2001 we provided first aid cover at 17,802 events
Short term support for Independent Living
We help vulnerable people in the UK regain their independence following
a personal crisis such as a spell in hospital. We complement the work
of the NHS and social services by providing wheelchairs and medical equipment
on loan. We help people make essential journeys and assist people at home
while they recover from an illness or operation.
>> In 2001 we made 214,185 loans of medical equipment
International Tracing & Message services
Working through our international network, we also restore family links
of anyone separated by war or disaster. On average we reunite two families
every day.
>> In 2002, we traced 494 individuals, and handled 1671 Red Cross
Messages from 45 different countries around the world
Refugee services
We provide practical and emotional assistance to vulnerable refugees and
asylum seekers arriving in the UK.
International Relief and Development
We respond rapidly to disasters and conflicts around the world. We are
also committed to longer term development and help other Red Cross and
Red Crescent societies build their capacity to deal with emergencies in
their own countries.
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