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The Red Cross Round-up

Posted June 11, 2014 by Red Cross Talks - Red Cross blogger

The Round-up offers a weekly sample of what our sister Red Cross Societies are working on around the world.

South Sudan: Bringing life-saving assistance to the displaced

Posted June 09, 2014 by Red Cross Talks - Red Cross blogger

Since conflict erupted in South Sudan several months ago, conditions have deteriorated rapidly for those leaving their homes in search of safety. Now driving rain makes their living conditions even harsher.

The Red Cross Round-up

Posted June 04, 2014 by Red Cross Talks - Red Cross blogger

The Round-up offers a weekly sample of what our sister Red Cross Societies are working on around the world.

Red Cross Volunteers provide emotional support in Chilean disaster

Posted May 31, 2014 by Red Cross Talks - Red Cross blogger

Chile recently experienced two significant disasters, devastating fires and earthquake, that required more than simply providing for people's physical well-being. Red Cross volunteers on the ground also provided emotional support, as psychosocial aid is key to helping people recover from disasters. Two volunteers from the Chilean Red Cross share their stories.

Photos: Canada Cares concert in Toronto

Posted May 30, 2014 by Global Administrator

Serena Ryder and Jully Black took the stage at the #CanadaCares concert in Yonge-Dundas Square in Toronto last night. The event also highlighted the tremendous work of Canadian organizations in promoting maternal and child health.

The Red Cross Round-up

Posted May 28, 2014 by Red Cross Talks - Red Cross blogger

The Round-up offers a weekly sample of what our sister Red Cross Societies are working on around the world.

Photos: Red Cross delivering aid after Balkan floods

Posted May 26, 2014 by Global Administrator

The Red Cross continues to provide assistance to people in Serbia, Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina after record rainfall forced thousands to evacuate their homes. Red Cross staff and volunteers from local branches across the three countries quickly deployed resources to help. They've also received additional support from sister Red Cross and Red Crescent societies. 

New program to provide life-saving care to women and children in South Sudan

Posted May 23, 2014 by Red Cross Talks - Red Cross blogger

The Canadian Red Cross Maternal, Newborn and Child Health program will soon be rolling out in South Sudan. The program will help ensure life-saving care is available to hundreds of thousands of women and children in South Sudan who might otherwise die from preventable deaths. In Calgary on Wednesday, the Government announced support for $19.9 million dedicated to this program.

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