International Federation Of Red Cross And Red Crescent Societies

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies is a humanitarian network, providing assistance without discrimination as to nationality, race, religious beliefs, class, or political opinions. It comprises 189 member Red Cross and Red Crescent National Societies, a secretariat in Geneva, and more than 60 delegations strategically located to support activities around the world. The International Federation, the National Societies, and the International Committee of the Red Cross together constitute the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies is a large network that reaches 150 million people in 189 National Societies through the work of over 17 million volunteers. Its strength is in its volunteer network, its community-based expertise, and its ability to give a global voice to vulnerable people. By improving humanitarian standards, working as partners in development, responding to disasters, supporting healthier and safer communities, the network helps reduce vulnerabilities, strengthen resilience, and foster a culture of peace around the world.International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies was founded in 1919 and is based in Geneva, Switzerland.

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