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All media enquiries may be directed to Eva Oyón, Communications Officer, Red Cross EU Office
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The World Humanitarian Summit
Let’s start to close the gap between humanitarian needs and responses
11-05-2016 ARTICLE
The World Humanitarian Summit (WHS) taking place in Istanbul in just a few weeks is a historic opportunity to begin to bridge the widening gap between humanitarian needs and capacities to respond. Humanitarian actors are increasingly confro...
Increased support from Hellenic Red Cross
Hellenic Red Cross increases support for thousands of families trapped in camps
28-04-2016 SITUATION UPDATE
By Nichola Jones, IFRC
Medical care and vital food, water and emergency supplies are being prioritized by Red Cross teams at one of the Greek capital’s main camps for migrants.
This week the Hellenic Red Cross started supplying tinned food, water and toiletries in the open port...
Nepal Earthquake: One Year On
One year after the Nepal earthquake - millions of survivors remain homeless
21-04-2016 PRESS RELEASE
Kathmandu/Geneva, 21 April 2016: One year after a 7.8 earthquake struck Nepal on 25 April, 2015, an estimated four million people are still living in sub-standard temporary shelters in conditions that pose a threat to their health and well-being. More than 800,000 homes were damaged or destroyed by the earth...
The EU-Turkey migration deal
The EU-Turkey migration deal: a lack of empathy and humanity – Opinion of 23 Red Cross National Societies
30-03-2016 OPINION PIECE
We, Red Cross National Societies, are gravely concerned as we start to see the humanitarian implications of the agreement recently reached by the EU and Turkey on stemming migration into Europe. We fear that its implementation risks undermining international and European refugee and human rights law, and want to stress that ...
Belgian Red Cross responds to Brussels Attacks
Belgian Red Cross teams treat wounded in wake of Brussels attacks
23/03/2016
By Nichola Jones, IFRC
Dozens of people injured in yesterday’s attacks in Brussels have been treated by Belgian Red Cross medics working across the capital.
M...
Red Cross EU Conference: Perilous Journeys
Red Cross EU Office Conference: Perilous journeys – Vulnerabilities along migratory routes to the EU
17-03-2016 PRESS RELEASE
As European Union (EU) heads of state and government meet to discuss further steps to address the migration crisis – including on EU-Turkey collaboration – at the March EU Council, the Red Cross EU Office will hold the public conference ‘’Perilous journeys – Vulnerabilities along migrato...
Integration of Refugees into the Labour Market
Red Cross EU Office Director speaks at the European Parliament on the integration of refugees
29-02-2016 ARTICLE
On 18 February, Director of the Red Cross EU Office, Denis Haveaux, spoke at the European Parliament’s Committee on Employment and Social Affairs’ public hearing on "Refugees – social inclusion and integration into the labour market”. During the hearing, Members of the Europ...
Migration: Europe in Crisis
EUROPE IN CRISIS: Facilitating Access to Protection, (Discarding) Offshore Processing and Mapping Alternatives for the Way Forward
05-02-2016 ARTICLE
Following discussions launched as early as 2003, external processing of asylum claims regularly attracts the attention of European Union (EU) institutions and the governments of Member States. In fact, over the past ten years the external dimension of the EU asylum framework has been repeatedly emphasised by...
Lesvos: New shoreline transit centre
Lesvos: New shoreline transit centre helps migrants upon arrival
27-01-2016 NEWS ARTICLE
Over 26,000 vulnerable people have braved the freezing weather and rough seas to reach Lesvos in the first few weeks of 2016. Once they have been helped ashore by the Hellenic Red Cross rescue team and other lifeguards, many of them make their way to a new transit centre by the shoreline.
It is bitterly cold with winds rushing between the tents at the t...
Five highlights of 2015
See what kept us busy in 2015
19-01-2016 ARTICLE
2015 was a busy year for the Red Cross EU Office across all its areas of activity: asylum and migration, social inclusion, humanitarian aid and development cooperation. Discover five highlights of what we did throughout the year.
Migration
2015 saw significant growth in the number of peopl...
Migration to the EU: a perilous journey
Migration to the EU: a perilous and difficult journey
17-12-2015 PRESS RELEASE
Brussels, 17 December 2015 - Limited access to basic services, arbitrary detention, violence and abuse, losing touch with loved ones, or facing possible death: these are some of the risks that migrants...
Aidex 2015 - Collaboration
Collaboration - You'll work harder than you ever imagined
The British Red Cross shares experiences and lessons learned
02-12.2015 EVENT SUMMARY
Aidex is an international event for professionals in the aid and development fields that bring together suppliers, policy makers and representatives from NGOs for an exhibi...
Conference on EU Asylum Reception Systems
Red Cross EU Office Conference on the EU Asylum Reception System
02-12-2015 EVENT SUMMARY
Addressing the key challenges and prospects for guaranteeing high reception standards for asylum seekers across the EU
The Red Cross EU Office convened a public conference entitled "Emerging Challenges in the European Union Asylum Reception System” on 17 November 2015. Th...
ECHO Annual Partners Conference 2015
ECHO Annual Partners Conference: Brussels launch of World Disasters Report 2015
25-11-2015 ARTICLE
On 12 and 13 November, the European Commission’s Directorate General for Humanitarian Aid and Civil Protection (ECHO) held its 2015 Annual Partners Conference with the theme of "Humanitarian assistance in a changing world”. Each year, the conference gathers representatives from over 200 partner organisations that i...
Joint Statement on Reception Conditions in the EU
Reception of asylum seekers: dignified standards must be maintained across the European Union
25-11-2015 STATEMENT
Brussels, 25 November 2015: Since the beginning of 2015, over 850,000 migrants have entered the EU(1). With 85% coming from the world’s t...
Red Cross EU Office Conference on Reception
Challenges in providing adequate reception for asylum seekers across the EU: Red Cross EU Office Conference
16-11-2015 PRESS RELEASE
Brussels, 16 November 2015 – Tomorrow, the Red Cross EU Office will hold the conference "Emerging challenges in the European Union asylum reception systems” at the Permanent Representation of Sweden to the European Union (EU) in Brussels.
...
French Red Cross responds to Paris terror attacks
French Red Cross responds to Paris terror attacks
16-11-2015 SITUATION UPDATE
Volunteers and staff of the French Red Cross have been on the frontline of rescue efforts to those caught by the series of tragic terror attacks in Paris on Friday, 13 November 2015.
...
Statement on the Valletta Summit on Migration
International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) Statement, by Garry Conille, on behalf of the International Movement of the Red Cross and Red Crescent
12-11-2015 STATEMENT
By Garry Conille, IFRC Under Secretary General, Programmes and Operations.
Valletta Summit on Migration – Malta, 11-12 November 2015
Working with and for vulnerable migrants and focusing on ...
Typhoon Haiyan two years on
Two years on, Red Cross Typhoon Haiyan support ‘restores hope and dignity’ to more than 880,000 people
05-11-2015 PRESS RELEASE
MANILA. Two years after Super Typhoon Haiyan (local name: Yolanda) devastated the central Philippines, the Philippine Red Cross and its Red Cross and Red Crescent movement partners have helped tens of thousands of families get back on their feet by building safer homes, health facilitie...
Afghanistan / Pakistan: Earthquake
Afghanistan / Pakistan: Earthquake injures over 2000 people
28-10-2015 PRESS RELEASE
Islamabad/Kabul/Geneva (ICRC-IFRC) – Afghan and Pakistan Red Crescent Societies are helping people affected by Monday’s M7.5 earthquake whose epicentre was in Jerm district in the Afghan province of Badakhshan close to the border with Pakistan. Shockwaves were felt throughout the region.
The earthquake claim...
6 Months Since Nepal Earthquake
Six months after the Nepal earthquake, long-term recovery needs of survivors must be addressed
26-10-2015 PRESS RELEASE
Kathmandu / Geneva. Six months after a magnitude 7.8 earthquake struck Nepal, affecting 5.6 million people, the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement warn that longer term support is needed to help shattered communities to recover.
Over the coming 18 months, the focus fo...
IFRC Secretary General commends Finnish Red Cross
IFRC Secretary General commends Finnish Red Cross migration response
22-10-2015 PRESS RELEASE
Geneva / Helsinki. The Secretary General of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) has lauded the response of the Finnish Red Cross to the growing migration crisis in the country.
Speaking at the end of a two day visit to Helsinki, IFRC Secretary General, Elhadj As Sy, pra...
Spanish Red Cross receives EU Health Award
Spanish Red Cross receives an EU Health NGOs Award for its exceptional work in fighting Ebola.
14-10-2015 NEWS
The European Commission's new EU Health Award for non-governmental organisations (NGOs) recognises and rewards achievements and outstanding work in the area of health.
...
European Commission staff donation to the Red Cross
European Commission staff donate generously to support the Red Cross migration response
09-10-2015 NEWS
Yesterday, Vice-President of the European Commission, Kristalina Georgieva presented two cheques on behalf of the employees of the Commission to support the Red Cross’ assistance to vulnerable people on the move across Europe.
Following a joint campaign that was launched by Commissioner Georgieva...
50 Years Anniversary of Fundamental Principles
50 years on Red Cross Red Crescent’s Principles continue making a difference in people’s lives
08-10-2015 PRESS RELEASE
The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the adoption of its seven Fundamental Principles.
The Principles of Humanity, Impartiality, Neutrality, Independence, Voluntary Service, Unity and Universality articulate the Movement...
Our Principles in Action
50 years of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement’s Fundamental Principles
02-10-2015 EVENT SUMMARY
On 21 September 2015, the Red Cross EU Office and the ICRC delegation in Brussels held a joint panel discussion at the European Parliament celebrating 50 years of the Red Cross Red Crescent seven Fundamental Principles.
Proclaimed in Vienna in 1965, the Principles are an expression of the International Red Cross and Red Cres...
Update on Ebola Virus Disease Outbreak
Update on Ebola Virus Outbreak in West Africa
23-09-2015 SITUATION UPDATE
Since March 2014, there have been a total of 28,220 confirmed, probable and suspected cases of Ebola reported in Guinea, Liberia, and Sierra Leone, with 11,291 reported deaths.
This week, heavy flooding has left thousands of people homeless across parts of Sierra Leone, and contaminated water sources, raising concerns about a cholera outbreak, all while the country r...
Migration Situation Update
WESTERN BALKANS: POPULATION MOVEMENT
16-09-2015 FIELD UPDATE
The numbers of people arriving in Europe fluctuate daily, however, there have been significant increase in recent days. Priority needs across the affected region include water and food, hygiene items, clothing, sleeping bags/blankets, temporary shelter, basic health services, first aid, re...
Migration in Western Balkans: Red Cross response
Red Cross scales up response to this acute emergency
02-09-2015 FIELD UPDATE
Recent months have seen a shift in the migration routes to Europe and National Societies of these countries have scaled up their activities in response to this acute emergency.
...
Comparative Review of Social Media Analysis Tools
Social media analysis for disaster risk reduction and preparedness
02-09-2015 Article
Trilateral Research’s report on a Comparative Review of Social Media Analysis Tools (SMAT) for Preparedness is now available. The report presents the findings of research, funded by the Global Disaster Preparedness ...
Migration: IFRC calls for increased response
IFRC calls for response to growing humanitarian needs in Western Balkans
21-08-2015 PRESS RELEASE
Geneva, 21 August 2015 – The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is appealing for greater support for tens of thousands of vulnerable migrants entering Europe through the Western Balkans route which links Greece, the Former Yugoslav Republic (FYR) of Macedonia, Serbia...
Hiroshima/Nagasaki atomic blasts still echo, 70 years on
International Committee of the Red Cross
International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies
6 August 2015
Hiroshima/Nagasaki atomic blasts still echo, 70 years on
06-08-2015 PRESS RELEASE
Hiroshima/ Geneva (IFRC/ICRC) – Seventy years after the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japanese Red Cross Society hospitals are still treating thousands of surviv...
African-European collaboration to support migrants
African and European National Red Cross Red Crescent Societies collaborate on how to meet the challenges of increasing migrations
23-06-2015 PRESS RELEASE
Dakar/Geneva, 23 June 2015 – In light of an increasing number of people risking their lives to reach Europe, National Red Cross Red Crescent Societies from Africa and Europe are meeting in Dakar this week to collaborate on ways of increasing dialogue wit...
Resettlement in the EU
Resettlement in the EU: a fresh start for vulnerable refugees
19-06-2015 STATEMENT
Brussels, 19 June 2015 - Go back to school, find a job, go to the doctor’s, make new friends, build a better life with dignity. This is what resettlement can offer refugees that face acute ...
Partners for Resilience
Netherlands Red Cross: Managing Risks and Diversifying Livelihoods
02-06-2015 ARTICLE
Partner for Resillience (PfR) is an alliance of five Netherlands-based humanitarian, development, climate and env...
Ecosystem Management in Mali
Wetlands International: Supporting Sustainable Livelihoods in Mali’s Inner Niger Delta
27-05-2015 ARTICLE
The 38 floodplain forests of Mali’s Inner Niger Delta are important to the economy and livelihoods of the 1.5 mi...
Forecast Based Financing
German Red Cross: Forecast Based Financing for Improved Preparedness for Response
28-05-2015 ARTICLE
The number of people in need of humanitarian assistance has been steadily increa...
Nepal Earthquake - One Month On
Funding shortfall leaves quake survivors at high risk, warns the Red Cross
22-05-2015 PRESS RELEASE
Kathmandu/Delhi/Geneva, May 23 2015: Tens of thousands of people will be left with little o...
Emergency appeal - Migrants in the Mediterranean
Red Cross launches emergency appeal to assist migrants crossing the Mediterranean and landing in Italy
08-05-2015 PRESS RELEASE
8 May 2015, Geneva / Rome. The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) today launched an emergency appeal for 2.7 million S...
World Red Cross Red Crescent Day 2015
World Red Cross Red Crescent Day: 50 years on Red Cross Red Crescent's principles continue making a difference
08-05-2015 PRESS RELEASE
Brussels/ Ge...
European Intergenerational Soliarity Day 2015
Strengthening Solidarity between Generations
29-05-2015 ARTICLE
Today is the European Day of Solidarity between Generations which aims to promote a positive and self-empowered image of elderly people. Older people are as wide and varied a group as those in any age range, and have a high potential to make a valuable contribution to society which should be appreciated and acknowledged.
...
Nepal Earthquake
Nepal: Red Cross rushes help to quake affected population as needs escalate
27-04-2015 PRESS RELEASE
Delhi/Kuala Lumpur/Geneva, 27 April 2015 – The Nepal Red Cross Society emergency teams are battling to bring help to survivors of the 7.8 magnitude earthquake that shook the Kathmandu Valley and its neighbouring countries.
The disaster has claimed thousands of lives including a number of sta...
Migration - Europe can and must do more
Supporting safe passage: Europe can and must do more
24-04-2015 STATEMENT
Statement on behalf of the Red Cross National Societies in the European Union and Norway...
Italian Red Cross Support to Rescued Migrants
Migration in the Mediterranean Sea: The Italian Red Cross Response
17-04-2014 ARTICLE
The Italian Red Cross continues to work tirelessly in the main ports of Sicily, Calabria and Puglia to meet the humanitarian needs of thousands of migrants rescued at sea by the Coast Guards in the Strait of Sicily and off the coast of Libya. Since last Friday, almost 10,000 people have been rescued at sea. Between Tuesday...
Action Plan for Jobs in Social Sector Needed
31-03-2015 EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
Social Service Providers and MEPs: "Let’s cooperate on an Action Plan for Job Creation”
Social service providers and policy makers convened at the European Economic and Soc...
Red Cross Support Following Alps Plane Crash
26-03-2015 News
Andreea Anca/IFRC Europe Zone
European Red Cross Societies answer call for support in plane crash crisis
More than 50 French Red Cross volunteers were mobilised to partake in the emergency operation established following the recent plane crash, in the area of Digne-les-Bains, in Alpes-de-Haute-Provence in southern France.
French Red Cross also requested the support of its Germa...
Words Against Ebola
Almost 5,000 #WordsAgainstEbola have been shared across the world. European
Red Cross National Societies, IFRC and the Red Cross EU Office express their common commitment to getting
to zero cases:
...
Road to Sendai
13 03 2015 Opinion Paper
By Leon Prop
The Road to Sendai
As ministers and delegations get ready to atten...
The Fight Against Ebola is Not Yet Over
04-03-2015 News
Ebola High-level Conference: IFRC Secretary General Urges the International Community to Remain Vigilant
On 3 March 2015, high-level representatives of the countries affected by the Ebola epidemic in West Africa and their international partners in the fight against Ebola held a conference in Brussels to take stock of the situation and identify ways forwar...
Ebola: Getting to Zero
03-03-2015 PRESS RELEASE
IFRC Secretary General: Let’s walk the extra mile to zero cases of Ebola while preparing for recovery
Brussels/Geneva, 3 March 2015 – Speaking at a high level conference on
Ebola in Brussels, the Secretary General of the International Federation
of Red Cross and Red Crescent ...
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Media enquiries
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