Introduction to the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement

1. Introduction to the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement

2. AGENDA • Organizational Structure of the Movement • History and Evolution • Fundamental Principles / Humanitarian Values • Exploration of Principles and Values • Canadian Red Cross • History, Structure, Role and Mission • National and Local Programs

3. Terms of the Movement • International Committee of the Red Cross — ICRC • International Humanitarian Law (IHL) • International Federation of Red Cross and Red • Crescent Societies • National Societies

4. Structure

5. The Fundamental Principles Humanity - We strive to prevent and alleviate suffering, protect life and health, and ensure respect for the human being. Impartiality - We do not discriminate. Neutrality- We do not take sides. Independence- We maintain our autonomy. Voluntary Service– We are not prompted by a desire for gain. Unity- Only one Red Cross or Red Crescent Society in any one country. Universality- The Movement is worldwide.

6. Variations on the RED CRYSTAL

7. The mission of the Canadian Red Cross “ To improve the lives of vulnerable people by mobilizing the power of humanity in Canada and around the world. ”

8. Services We Deliver • Disaster Services • International Services • First Aid • Water Safety & Boating Safety • RespectED: Violence and abuse prevention • HomePartners Programs • Community Initiatives

9. A Closing THOUGHT When humanity finally learns to control the elements... When the winds will be quiet and the earth cannot be torn apart... When there will be no loneliness...no destitution...no war... When the last hungry man, woman or child is fed... ...Only then will there be no need for Red Cross. - Albert Schweitzer