Over the past 6 months, over 28 of our staff & volunteers have been killed.
More than simply numbers, they were people with hopes and dreams.
They were sons & daughters, moms & dads, brothers & sisters. They were colleagues, neighbors, & friends IFRC. youtu.be/KJs-rtY7eVc

We pay tribute to the brave souls who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to others through the Red Cross & Red Crescent. Their memory lives on in the hearts of those they've touched, forever remembered for their noble deeds & selflessness ⁦IFRC⁩ youtu.be/KJs-rtY7eVc?si…

It’s with a heavy heart we share that two of our drivers were killed by gunmen today in South #Darfur , #Sudan . Three other ICRC staff were injured.

The ICRC's priority is to support those most affected by this tragedy, in particular the victims’ relatives, and colleagues.

Privileged to be part of IFRC Global Humanitarian Diplomacy team working to bring positive outcomes for millions affected by globally. We continue to shine a spotlight on the forgotten crises. The time to act is now!

Kenya is facing a worsening flood crisis due to the combined effects of El Niño and the ongoing March-May 2024 long rains.

Since November 2023, El Niño triggered devastating floods and river overflows, causing more than a hundred deaths and widespread damage.

As of 23 April…

“Only boats are working in the flooded areas. It took four hours to reach a marooned village and the scenes are devastating,” Daniel Mutinda, @IFRC Disaster & Climate Crises Delegate.

He's in Tanzania assessing the severe floods with Tanzania Red Cross Society. Over 85,000 people are displaced.

Persistent heavy rains in Kenya continue to trigger flooding.

Kenya Red Cross is leading the response, but resources are strained.

Support our Emergency Appeal to secure vital funding for KRCS' critical response efforts. Donate now to #KenyaFloods : bit.ly/3QVrVR3

Today, torrential downpours in Tanzania led to devastating landslides in Moshi, on the slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro.

Tragically, multiple fatalities are feared.

Tanzania Red Cross Society is at the forefront of the response and its Moshi branch mobilised to support families. #TanzaniaFloods .

In light of ongoing climate crisis, African Island States remain resolved to be better prepared to disasters.

Join IFRC Africa & Commission de l’océan Indien COI_IOC in this webinar as we explore ways to strengthen DRM frameworks & highlight the importance of communities’ inclusion in this process.

On today's first day of #WorldImmunizationWeek , the @IFRC has joined the #HumanlyPossible campaign to call on world leaders to ensure that everyone, everywhere has access to vaccines.

Nobody should suffer from a disease we know how to prevent.

Vaccines save lives.

Grateful to have Dylan Winder, IFRC Director for HD & Per. Observer to the UN, for a short visit in Addis. Thank you, Rita Ndeto, Head of Humanitarian Division AU Health,Humanitarian Affairs &Social Development, for the substantive exchange this morning on common priorities of cooperation at continental and global level.

Actress Erica Nlewedim⭐️ has raised her voice in support of the Nigerian Red Cross Society HQ Hunger Crisis Appeal. Your generosity can provide sustenance to thousands of households across the country.

Donate to: redcrossnigeria.org/nigeria-hunger…
Or: Ecobank Red Cross Initiative.
Acct No: 0920022932
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Honored to moderate a session on the humanitarian imperatives of care for refugees, forced migrants and victims of trafficking during the World Interfaith Harmony Week. Encouraged to hear the consistent voice for local action and multisector collaboration and integration.
#Peace

'It is time for men with conscience to reflect,' says Farid Aiywar (FARID ABDULKADIR) @IFRC head of delegation in Sudan and Eritrea. 🎧

He talks to CGTN's Jiao Yang and reflects on how life in Sudan has drastically changed over the past since violence erupted in the country.

Today marks one year since violence erupted in Sudan.

Over 8.6 million people have been displaced in one of the world's worst humanitarian crises.

The Sudanese Red Crescent Society (SRCS) has been working tirelessly since the conflict began, to support affected communities.

'The AU recognises that the climate crisis has put children’s life and development in great peril.
Climate Change has also been a catalyst for the proliferation of vector-borne, water-borne and air-borne diseases that have increased the mortality rate among children.'

#ACERWC43

“But worst of all is the people’s engagement in livelihood and food production, which has both an impact now and an impact in the future,” said @IFRC Head of Delegation Farid Abdulkadir (@FARID1969) during the United Nations press briefing on Friday: voanews.com/a/sudan-faces-…

A heartwarming reunion Doc! Grateful for the opportunity to reconnect and reminisce about our shared experiences in service to the community at the statehouse #Iftar . All the best in your upcoming lab venture. Keep soaring In Sha Allah.

#CommunityMatters #ProudlyNubian

The @IFRC wishes a happy Eid to all those celebrating around the world.

This Eid, your Zakat could support all our life-saving work around the world.

As the world’s largest network of locally based humanitarian organizations and volunteers, the IFRC is uniquely positioned to…

We reiterate our call: Humanitarian and healthcare workers must be protected.

Link to our statement: bit.ly/3TRm4Oa