Thai Red Cross Society

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Thai Red Cross Society
AbbreviationTRCS
Formation26 April 1893
FounderQueen Savang Vadhana
TypeHumanitarian organization
HeadquartersBangkok, Thailand
Region served
Thailand
Official language
Thai
AffiliationsInternational Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
Websitewww.redcross.or.th


The Thai Red Cross Society (TRCS) is a humanitarian organization founded on 26 April 1893 in Bangkok, Thailand by Queen Savang Vadhana. It is a member of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

History[edit | edit source]

The Thai Red Cross Society was established with the aim of providing assistance to those in need, particularly during times of conflict and disaster. Over the years, the organization has expanded its scope of activities to include healthcare services, blood donation drives, disaster relief efforts, and community development projects.

Activities[edit | edit source]

The TRCS operates various programs and services to fulfill its humanitarian mission. These include:

  • Blood Donation: The organization conducts regular blood donation drives to ensure an adequate supply of blood for medical emergencies.
  • Healthcare Services: The TRCS operates hospitals, clinics, and mobile medical units to provide healthcare services to underserved communities.
  • Disaster Relief: In times of natural disasters or emergencies, the Thai Red Cross Society mobilizes resources to provide relief and support to affected populations.
  • Community Development: The organization implements projects to improve the well-being of communities, focusing on areas such as education, sanitation, and livelihoods.

Governance[edit | edit source]

The Thai Red Cross Society is led by a President, who oversees the organization's activities and initiatives. The TRCS is governed by a board of directors and operates in accordance with its constitution and regulations.

Affiliations[edit | edit source]

As a member of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, the Thai Red Cross Society collaborates with other national Red Cross and Red Crescent societies to promote humanitarian values and principles worldwide.

See also[edit | edit source]


Contributors: Prab R. Tumpati, MD