Today, we're grateful to announce a $50,000 donation from the Joyce Heeraman estate.
It's heartening to receive acknowledgment from Tevita Kuruvakadua & Liliana Warid of Fiji Public Trustee Corporation Limited, appreciating our community work & the effective use of donations. 🙏

Fiji is among 4 countries chosen for a pioneering Resource Mobilisation Development initiative! Our team is attending an inception workshop in Manila to kick-start implementation. This initiative aims to establish a robust RM architecture addressing financial sustainability.

Simple tips to protect you & your loved ones from Dengue:

☑️Remove stagnant water from your surroundings.
☑️ Use mosquito repellant.
☑️ Use a mosquito net.
☑️ Wear long sleeved, full length clothing.

Dengue outbreaks can occur at any time so share these tips.
#denguefever

Stay safe Fiji🙏.

#protection #precautions

With rain and floods, remember: boiling your drinking water can prevent many problems. 💯

#IWD2024 | Here's to the amazing women of Fiji Red Cross Society!
We may be ordinary women with unique personalities & senses of humor, but together, we're doing our bit to make a difference in the lives of others.
Let's keep celebrating each other & uplifting women everywhere.

#SuvaBranch | Embracing growth & accountability is key to our development journey at Fiji Red Cross Socety. Grateful for the Suva Branch members'dedication in yesterday's meeting. Together, we're realigning our focus for enhanced community service.💯❤️
#ilovemyredcross

#IWD2024 | Sitting with our Director General, her presence commands attention & admiration. Behind her confidence lies a story of resilience & determination, shaped by strong influences. Here she shares her journey. fijiredcross.org/latest-updates…

#IWD2024 | Today, we honor Patricia Wong of Ovalau Island. For over a decade, she's devoted herself to the Levuka Branch, aiding young mothers from outer islands as a trained midwife & providing shelter & support to those in need.

Thank you Pat, for your invaluable service.

#IWD2024 | Win Shein & Dr. Mon's journey from Burma to Fiji in 1988 sparked a deep commitment to humanitarian work. Settling in Tavua in 1993, their involvement with Fiji Red Cross began. Despite challenges, Shein's unwavering dedication #inspires us all.

Celebrating #IWD2024 with Salote Tupou from Fiji Red Cross Society! Starting as a volunteer in '09, she's now a Disaster Management Officer, breaking barriers in a traditionally male-dominated field. Her journey #inspiresinclusion & empowers women in community engagement. 🌟

#IWD2024 | In Tavua, Rishita Devi's story of compassion, education & leadership is a beacon of inspiration for young women. She's a staunch advocate for gender equality, envisioning a future where unity and empowerment prevail. #InspireInclusion #FijiRedCrossSociety

🎥Our team, led by our Director General, had the honor of touring the brand-new Hospital in Rotuma. Huge shoutout to Dr. Ravele Inikasio & Sister Salome Veilawa for their gracious guidance. Looking forward to collaborating with @FijiMOHMS on health initiatives for #Rotuma ! 🏥💡

📷 IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT 📷
#suvabranch #suvabranch agm #branchleadership

#BookDrive | When you come by our office to drop these off, ask for Taletawa and he will help you out 👇🙌

#ilovemyredcross #BookDrive #supportingaschool #preloved

Your support, whether financial or in kind, empowers our Branch volunteers to make a difference in communities. On Taveuni Island, our volunteers went above & beyond, braving heavy rain to assist an immobile man in Delaivuna. Thank you to our dedicated volunteers & supporters❤️

Starting discussions with the new ICRC Regional Cooperation Coordinator, Amal Abdelaaty.
Welcoming her is Koen Van Kooten, outgoing Coordinator, who's off to Geneva soon. Also joining us is Jovesa Naisua, ICRC Cooperation Communication officer.
Excited to chart our 2024 plans!

Supporting communities like Navatuvula in the province of Naitasiri with vital Water, Sanitation & Hygiene initiatives. Today, we were on-site, surveying their open spring water source & discussing strategies to safeguard this resource. Next week, we return for sessions on LTDD.

#voluntaryservice | The Movement is a voluntary relief movement not prompted in any manner by desire for gain.

#RedCrossVolunteer #principles

Ice goes in the juice, NOT on a burn❌.

If you accidentally burn yourself while cooking today, follow these steps:
✅Relieve pain with cool, running water for 20 minutes
✅Avoid ice
✅Leave burn uncovered
✅If burn is severe, seek medical attention

Stay safe this Christmas❤️