Bahrain Red Crescent Society

Bahrain Red Crescent Society (BRCS) is a humanitarian organization based in the Kingdom of Bahrain. It was established in 1971 and is a member of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC). The society is dedicated to alleviating human suffering, protecting life and health, and upholding human dignity, especially during armed conflicts and other emergencies.

History

The Bahrain Red Crescent Society was established on 28 March 1971. It was recognized by the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) in 1972 and became a member of the IFRC in the same year. The society is part of the global Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, which consists of the ICRC, the IFRC, and 192 national societies.

Activities

The Bahrain Red Crescent Society carries out a wide range of activities in the fields of disaster management, health and care, and promotion of humanitarian principles and values. These activities include disaster response, disaster preparedness, health and care in the community, and promotion of humanitarian principles and values.

Disaster Management

In the field of disaster management, the society provides emergency relief in times of disaster and promotes measures to mitigate the effects of disasters. It also supports the development of disaster preparedness measures at the community level.

Health and Care

In the field of health and care, the society provides a range of services, including first aid training, health education, and support to health facilities. It also promotes healthy lifestyles and provides psychosocial support to individuals and communities affected by crises.

Promotion of Humanitarian Principles and Values

The society promotes the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, which include humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity, and universality. It also advocates for the respect of international humanitarian law and human rights.

See Also

• International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies
• International Committee of the Red Cross
• Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement