International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement

From WikiMD's Wellnesspedia

International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
Red Cross, Red Crescent, Red Crystal logo
The three emblems in use:
Red Cross, Red Crescent, Red Crystal
Formation1863 (International Committee of the Red Cross)
TypeHumanitarian Aid
FocusProtect human life and health, ensure respect for all human beings, and prevent and alleviate human suffering
Location
  • Global
Members
Approx. 97 million

The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is a global humanitarian network of organizations that strives to alleviate human suffering, uphold human dignity, and foster peace in the world. The movement comprises approximately 97 million volunteers, members, and staff worldwide, making it one of the largest humanitarian organizations globally.

History[edit | edit source]

The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement was founded in 1863 by Henry Dunant, a Swiss businessman moved by the suffering of wounded soldiers during the Battle of Solferino. His book, A Memory of Solferino, inspired the formation of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the adoption of the Geneva Conventions.

Structure[edit | edit source]

The Movement consists of three main components:

Work and Mission[edit | edit source]

The Movement provides a range of services, including disaster response, health and social programs, and promoting humanitarian laws. It operates based on seven fundamental principles: Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity, and Universality.

See Also[edit | edit source]

International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement Resources

Find a healthcare provider anywhere in the world quickly and easily!

Wiki.png

Navigation: Wellness - Encyclopedia - Health topics - Disease Index‏‎ - Drugs - World Directory - Gray's Anatomy - Keto diet - Recipes

Search WikiMD


Ad.Tired of being Overweight? Try W8MD's physician weight loss program.
Semaglutide (Ozempic / Wegovy and Tirzepatide (Mounjaro) available.
Advertise on WikiMD

WikiMD is not a substitute for professional medical advice. See full disclaimer.

Credits:Most images are courtesy of Wikimedia commons, and templates Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY SA or similar.


Contributors: Admin, Prab R. Tumpati, MD