Thursday, November 19, 2009 — The Eleven Hour Journey to Earthquake-Affected Communities in China

We drove and we drove, passing cars, trucks, and people. Read more

Tuesday, October 27, 2009 — New Red Cross Community-based Health and First Aid Tools Use the “Learning by Doing” Approach

The Red Cross has a long history of training communities in first aid and health promotion activities. In the 1990s, community-based first aid (CBFA) was the principal method of teaching first aid and health to communities. Read more

Tuesday, October 20, 2009 — Red Cross Mobilizes Relief Supplies and Volunteers Ahead of Philippines Typhoon

Third typhoon in a month threatens to cause more flooding and landslides in the Philippines. Read more

Friday, October 16, 2009 — International Red Cross Leaders Meet in Miami

Red Cross national societies are never alone Read more

Thursday, October 15, 2009 — International Disaster Reduction Day: From Field to Forum

This year's International Disaster Reduction Day was marked by the blaring of sirens, bandaged volunteers receiving mock first aid, and nervous chatter along new evacuation routes. Read more

Tuesday, October 13, 2009 – September/October International Connection Newsletter

Friday, October 09, 2009 — International Aid Flows into Indonesia Following Quakes

Red Cross channels relief to remote villages in need. Read more

Friday, October 09, 2009 — Red Cross Aids Storm-Plagued Philippines

The global Red Cross network is now responding to immense humanitarian needs. Read more

Wednesday, October 07, 2009 — Red Cross Chapters Help Samoan Families Reconnect After Tsunami

If concerned about a close family relative with citizenship in Samoa, contact your local Red Cross chapter Read more

Monday, October 05, 2009 — American Red Cross Helps Meet Needs in Asia Pacific Disasters

World's largest humanitarian network pulls together with response. Read more

Friday, October 02, 2009 — American Red Cross Responds as Part of Global Network to Multiple Disasters in the Pacific and Southeast Asia

Southeast Asia and the South Pacific islands grapple with devastating earthquakes, a typhoon and a tsunami. Read more

Friday, October 02, 2009 — Red Cross Assesses Indonesia Earthquake Damage from the Air

Communities along the western coastline of Indonesia's West Sumatra island are reeling from two consecutive earthquakes that struck one day apart earlier this week. Read more

Friday, October 02, 2009 — Red Cross Assists Flooded Communities in Philippines before Stronger Typhoon Strikes

Typhoon Parma may develop into a super typhoon by Saturday morning. Read more

Thursday, October 01, 2009 — Red Crossers Helping Since First Minutes of Pacific Islands Tsunami

The global Red Cross network is providing assistance for about 15,000 people in Samoa in the form of kitchen sets, mosquito nets, blankets and sheltering materials. Read more

Thursday, October 01, 2009 — Second Earthquake Hits Indonesia, Red Cross Searches for Survivors

A second quake shook the Indonesian island of Sumatra, one day after the first devastating earthquake left more than 500 dead and thousands more trapped. Read more

Wednesday, September 30, 2009 — Indonesian Red Cross Searches for Trapped Quake Survivors

A 7.6-magnitude earthquake rattled Indonesia's western coastline on September 30, setting off a destructive chain of events. Read more

Tuesday, September 29, 2009 — Red Cross Responds to Flood-ravaged Communities in Philippines and Vietnam

The Philippines Red Cross is performing search and rescue activities, operating shelters, serving hot meals, delivering blankets and other relief supplies to people affected by the storm. Read more

Monday, September 28, 2009 — Typhoon Ketsana: Rescue Teams Save Hundreds in Metro Manila as Viet Nam Prepares for the Worst

Typhoon causes the worst flooding in more than 40 years in the capital city Manila and other areas of the northern Philippines. Read more

Friday, September 25, 2009 — Silent Disaster: Red Cross Responding to Flooding in West Africa

many families in countries throughout West Africa have been displaced from their homes as excessive seasonal rains continue to exacerbate the widespread flooding. Read more

Friday, September 25, 2009 — Red Cross Honors Those Who Served Overseas

The ARCOA memorial ceremony is held every year to pay tribute to Red Crossers who have served overseas. Read more

Tuesday, September 22, 2009 — Delegation Leaders Reflect on the Work of the ICRC

As a new leader joins the Washington-based delegation, she sits down with her predecessor. They discuss the ICRC philosophy as well as personal experiences that motivate them today.As a new leader joins the Washington-based delegation, she sits down with her predecessor. They discuss the ICRC philosophy as well as personal experiences that motivate them today. Read more

Friday, September 18, 2009 — American Red Cross Sends Disaster Responders to Help Flooded West Africa

The Red Cross is in Senegal and Burkina Faso to respond to severe flooding affecting more than 300,000 people. Read more

Wednesday, September 09, 2009 — American Red Cross Responds to Silent Crises Around the World

Teaser: While many global emergencies never make the headlines, the American Red Cross continuously works to alleviate the suffering caused by these forgotten disasters Read more

Friday, September 04, 2009 — Mexican Red Cross Responds to Hurricane Jimena

The Mexican Red Cross is on the ground after Hurricane Jimena, assisting local residents affected by the powerful storm. Read more

Thursday, September 03, 2009 — Indonesia: Red Cross Volunteers Respond to West Java Earthquake

In the wake of the strong earthquake that struck western Java on the afternoon of September 2, staff and volunteers of the Indonesian Red Cross were deployed Read more

Friday, August 28, 2009 — Dispatches from Sri Lanka: Disaster Preparedness Efforts Prove Valuable After Conflict

Whether a natural or manmade disaster strikes-or both, Red Cross volunteers and staff are among the first to help community members respond, and often stay the longest Read more

Wednesday, August 19, 2009 — Red Cross Joins Partnership in Asia to Prepare Communities for Disasters

Shortly after a nine-story garment factory collapsed outside Dhaka, Bangladesh after a boiler exploded in the basement, rescuers were able to save 85 people and remove 61 dead. Read more

Friday, August 14, 2009 — Red Cross Races to Help Typhoon Survivors in East Asia

More than 100 people have died and over 200 remain stranded as rescue workers in Taiwan struggle to reach communities cut off by floods and mudslides. Read more

Friday, August 14, 2009 — A Survivor's Story

At the time of Peru's deadly 2007 earthquake, 20-year-old Milagros of Condorillo Bajo was at work inside a textile factory. Read more

Friday, August 14, 2009 — Dispatches from Peru

Two years after major earthquake Red Cross highlights the country's progress, new challenges Read more

Wednesday, August 12, 2009 — Red Cross Celebrates 60th Anniversary of Geneva Conventions

International humanitarian law is closely tied to Red Cross history. Read more

Monday, August 10, 2009 — Red Cross Responds as Typhoon Morakot Cuts Across East Asia

Thousands saved by text messages in China Read more

Tuesday, August 04, 2009 — Sri Lanka: Stairway to survival

Community prepares by building an evacuation route. Read more

Monday, August 03, 2009 – July/August International Connection Newsletter

Monday, August 03, 2009 — Red Cross Volunteer Helps Loved Ones Reconnect

Leslie Cartier didn't realize she would need the skills of a detective to serve as a Red Cross tracing volunteer. Read more

Thursday, July 30, 2009 — American Red Cross Adds Five New Celebrity Volunteers

Announcement follows First Lady Michelle Obama's official launch of United We Serve initiative Read more

Friday, July 17, 2009 — Indonesian Red Cross Responds to Deadly Bombings

If you are concerned about a U.S. citizen living or traveling in Jakarta, you may call the U.S. Department of State at 1-888-407-4747 for assistance. Read more

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 — International Youth Day: Young Red Cross volunteers involved in their world

The recent gathering of young people from around the globe for the third World Red Cross and Red Crescent Youth Meeting goes hand in hand with this year's theme for International Youth Day Read more

Wednesday, July 15, 2009 — From the People of Kuwait

The State of Kuwait saw a need—and generously responded. Read more

Monday, June 29, 2009 — Red Cross Volunteers Inspire the Next Generation in Gujarat, India

The school girls are trainers with the Indian Red Cross. Read more

Friday, June 26, 2009 — International Committee of the Red Cross Honors Three U.S. Nurses

Exceptional courage. Devoted care. Pioneering spirit. Exemplary service. That's what it takes to merit the Florence Nightingale Medal, the highest international distinction that can be awarded to a nurse. Read more

Thursday, June 25, 2009 — Youth Volunteers Mark 150th Year of the Red Cross

After a series of planes, trains and automobiles, twenty volunteers traveled across the globe and are spending this week in Solferino, a small town in northern Italy. They are participating in an event honoring Red Cross Red Crescent history. Read more

Friday, June 19, 2009 — Red Cross Reconnects Refugee With Sister in Cambodia

The Red Cross and Red Cross and Red Crescent societies around the world are reaffirming our commitment to assist refugees nearby and from a distance. Read more

Tuesday, June 16, 2009 — Changing Careers to Save Lives in Sri Lanka

Seeing a rush of water about a foot deep following the people, Suranga only had a few seconds to react. Read more

Tuesday, June 16, 2009 — Chapter's Summer Interns Hail from around the Globe

Thirteen interns and volunteers have come from all around the world - from places like China, Bangladesh, Ethiopia and Jamaica - to Wilkes-Barre in northeastern Pennsylvania. Read more

Monday, June 15, 2009 — Red Cross Reunites Siblings Separated Since WWII

In 85 years of life, one would expect to have many fond memories to reflect upon. But nothing was as joyful as the day New Jersey resident Eugenia Kawczak reunited with her beloved and missing siblings with the help of the Red Cross. Read more

Tuesday, May 26, 2009 — "Binning" Farewell to Disaster

In the village of Egoda Uyana North, in southwest Sri Lanka, Sarath Fernando is using compost bins to reduce the impacts of disasters. Read more

Monday, May 18, 2009 — A Good Reason to Run

American Red Cross honors Bucknell University track star as Measles Initiative Advocate of the Month Read more

Monday, May 11, 2009 — The Red Cross is Helping to Build More Than 100,000 Houses One Year after the Sichuan Earthquake

The focus has shifted from putting up prefabricated, transitional shelters and distributing relief items to constructing more permanent, earthquake-resistant homes and helping people work through their emotional trauma. Read more

Thursday, May 07, 2009 — Red Cross Finds Humanity in War

Today, as the American Red Cross and other national Red Cross and Red Crescent societies around the world continue to help protect their residents from swine (H1N1) flu, we also mark the birth of Henry Dunant, the founder of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. Read more

Thursday, May 07, 2009 — Red Cross Reunites Sisters Separated Since WWII

In 80 years of life, one would expect to have many fond memories to reflect upon. But nothing was as blessedly surprising to Melania Babenko as the day she found her beloved and missing sister with help from the Red Cross. Read more

Wednesday, May 06, 2009 — Burundian Native Finds Hope, Family Through the Red Cross

Nearly two years ago, Lukata, his wife, Neonia, and their three children moved from Tanzania to Texas as part of a government-sponsored, refugee resettlement program that assists victims of ethnic warfare in Burundi. Though grateful to finally have a safe and permanent home, Lukata, sadly, had to leave behind his father and extended family, most of who were eventually repatriated back to Burundi. Read more

Tuesday, May 05, 2009 — Rebuilding Lives After the Earthquake in Italy

Today, there are more than 4,500 people still living in five Red Cross tent camps. Read more

Tuesday, May 05, 2009 — War and Peace of Mind

While most would expect a 19th century book to contain tales from history, Sarah Krakauer never thought the one on her bookshelf would include the story of her own family's past. Read more

Monday, May 04, 2009 — Red Cross Caseworker Finds Refugee's Lost Family and a New Friend

International family tracing caseworker Revekka Glinberg helps people in the Chicagoland area locate or discover the fate of their loved ones during and after war, civil conflict or natural disaster. Read more

Friday, May 01, 2009 — Progress as Homes are Rebuilt in Sichuan

The Red Cross is providing a solid basis for people's lives to move forward. Read more

Thursday, April 30, 2009 — Enormous recovery challenges remain in Myanmar one year after Cyclone Nargis

The Red Cross is providing shelter to thousands of families, as well as implementing a wide variety of "cash-for-work" programs, where beneficiaries earn income while restoring destroyed roads, bridges and jetties. Read more

Thursday, April 30, 2009 — Putting Community First in Myanmar

A Red Cross volunteer's drive to continue helping survivors of Cyclone Nargis Read more

Friday, April 24, 2009 — The Red Cross and UN discuss challenges and lessons learned from the 2004 Tsunami

President Bill Clinton and UN Secretary-General urge organizations and governments to embrace change following disasters Read more

Friday, April 17, 2009 — Chapter Partners with Mexican Red Cross for Future Disasters

This week, the American Red Cross San Diego/Imperial Counties Chapter formalized a long-standing relationship with the Mexican Red Cross Read more

Friday, April 17, 2009 — U.S. Measles Outbreaks Highlight Global Need

American Red Cross, UN Foundation site trends indicating measles risk remains high Read more

Thursday, April 09, 2009 — Red Cross Volunteers Working Around the Clock at Four Camps in Italy

Aftershocks continue to rock the medieval mountain city of L'Aquila and nearby villages, disrupting rescuers and relief workers. Read more

Wednesday, April 08, 2009 — Aftershocks Create Additional Need in L'Aquila, Italy

In one day, the Italian Red Cross rendered aid for more than 300 wounded patients. Read more

Tuesday, April 07, 2009 — American Red Cross Supports Italy’s Earthquake Response

More than 350 Italian Red Cross volunteers in the region have been working around the clock since the tremors began. Read more

Monday, April 06, 2009 — Italian Red Cross Responds to Earthquake in L'Aquila

Italian Red Cross rescue teams were on the scene of the disaster within an hour after the earthquake struck, searching for people trapped in the rubble and providing emergency care for the injured. Read more

Wednesday, April 01, 2009 — Little Sister Makes a Big Difference

Some younger siblings tag along with their older brothers or sisters and end up getting into trouble; Katie Miller, however, wound up saving lives. Read more

Thursday, March 26, 2009 — Floods in Africa Leave 400,000 Homeless

The Kavongo River in northern Namibia has broken its banks in a way that hasn't happened in more than 45 years. Read more

Monday, March 23, 2009 — Toy Pandas Help Children Heal in Sichuan

Nearly one year after earthquake, recovery and rebuilding is underway. Read more

Wednesday, March 18, 2009 — Angela Bingham

Working with talented and excited students to raise awareness and funds for the Measles Initiative of the American Red Cross, I have seen the value of teamwork and persistence. Read more

Friday, February 20, 2009 — A Place to Call Home at Last

The American Red Cross and UMCOR have built homes, wells, latrines and roads, and provided livelihoods training. Read more

Tuesday, February 10, 2009 — Australian Red Cross Responds to Bushfires

Relentless fires sweep across the southern state of Victoria. Read more

Thursday, January 15, 2009 — Shells Hit Gaza City Medical, Aid Facilities

A Gaza City hospital run by the Palestine Red Crescent Society was rocked by explosions Thursday as fighting intensified in the area Read more

Tuesday, January 13, 2009 — Trash for Cash: Ban Bakan School Garbage Bank Project

After years of trying, the school recently found a solution to dispose of garbage properly and help the environment. Read more

Monday, January 12, 2009 — Red Cross and Red Crescent Strive to Evacuate and Treat the Wounded Despite Limited Access

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the Palestine Red Crescent Society (PRCS) working around the clock Read more

Wednesday, January 07, 2009 — Humanitarian Needs Increase as Conflict in Gaza Continues

The American Red Cross is extremely concerned about civilians caught in the fighting in the Gaza Strip and Israel who are in dire need of life-saving aid. Read more

Tuesday, January 06, 2009 — The American Red Cross sends aid as humanitarian situation worsens in Gaza