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ReportMoving forward together - Red Cross approach to social inclusion of migrants
This booklet showcases sixteen concrete examples of activities implemented by European Red Cross Societies with and for migrants to support their participation in all aspects of life at the local level.Download pdf -
ReportEffective law and policy on gender equality and protection from SGBV in disasters
New research from the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) aims to fill the knowledge gap on the effectiveness of national laws and policies in supporting gender equality and addressing sexual and gender-based violence in disasters.Download pdf -
ReportPerilous journeys - vulnerabilities along migratory routes to the EU
This booklet looks at the risks and vulnerabilities experienced by migrants throughout their migratory journeys to the European Union.Download pdf -
Recommendation"An open and safe Europe – what next?” The post-Stockholm agenda
Our humanitarian point of view and recommendations in relation to the EU migration, asylum and border policy agenda.Download pdf
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Strengthening health systems for resilient communities
DG ECHO's policy guidelines on Health Response in Humanitarian Settings recognise the importance of engaging local actors and strengthening the health care work force. -
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Lessons from private hosting: from emergency to preparedness for future welcoming initiatives
We co-hosted a discussion with the European Commission inviting different stakeholders to share perspectives from their experience in supporting people seeking a new home. -
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Tackling child poverty together
The European Child Guarantee aims to tackle child poverty, foster equal opportunities and prevent social exclusion by guaranteeing access for children to key services. -
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Three core priorities for the Spanish EU Presidency
The Spanish Red Cross is mobilised to promote the voices of volunteers and the people they assist in national and European discussions. -
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How Red Cross societies across Europe are working to end homelessness
Our colleague Luís Vilachá Fernández shares the work of Red Cross Societies across Europe who are responding and working to prevent and end homelessness. -
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Converging Approaches to Combatting Homelessness in Europe
The Red Cross EU Office and French Red Cross hosted an event to identify strategies for prevention, response and actions to exit homelessness. -
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Red Cross steps up support to Venezuelan migrants
The Red Cross Red Crescent Movement is strengthening its response to provide protection and assistance to Venezuelans and host communities in 17 American countries. -
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Volunteering to facilitate social inclusion
In Greece, the Hellenic Red Cross runs two multifunctional centres which place opportunities for migrants to volunteer at the core of their work. -
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Volunteering and intergenerational connections to promote active ageing
Red Cross Societies recommendations on Europe's ageing society based on experience in caring for disadvantaged and vulnerable people throughout the life cycle. -
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Promoting needs-based support for children and young people
The European Commission's Child Guarantee aims to uphold the rights of children and support children in need in an inclusive and participatory way. -
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Getting ready for school
In July and August, the Austrian Red Cross distributes school starter parcels among children attending primary and secondary school. -
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Mental Health Matters
On 18 June, Red Cross Red Crescent representatives were at the European Development Days in Brussels to discuss mental health services for vulnerable people. -
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Mali humanitarko - Investing in the next generation of volunteers
Launched in Spring 2019, the Croatian Red Cross' 'Little Humanitarian' project introduces school students to voluntary work in their community. -
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The Global Compact for Migration
The Global Compact for Safe, Orderly, and Regular Migration (GCM) set to be adopted on 10-11 December, provides an chance to reassert the human rights of migrants worldwide. -
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Helping young people into their first job
Thousands of unemployed young people in Spain receive Red Cross guidance and support to succeed in starting their first job. -
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Red Cross EU Office Director speaks at the European Parliament on the integration of refugees
The Red Cross EU Office Director spoke at the European Parliament’s public hearing on "Refugees – social inclusion and integration into the labour market”. -
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The Rain Couldn’t Extinguish the Torchlights at Solferino
Every June, Red Cross Red Crescent volunteers and staff gather in Solferino to re-trace the route taken by rescuers during the historic battle of 1859. -
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The Red Cross Red Crescent at European Development Days 2015
At the EDDs 2015, the Red Cross Red Crescent contributed to discussions on scaling up resilience, and on supporting migrant domestic workers and victims of human trafficking.
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How the Kenyan Red Cross and French Red Cross are supporting female entrepreneurs in Kenya
This initiative empowers women who are informal entrepreneurs to become business leaders in their communities, fostering stronger businesses and economic resilience. -
Strengthening capacities that provide life opportunities
The Colombian Red Cross, in collaboration with the Spanish Red Cross, supports both migrants and vulnerable host communities, especially women and children, to address the humanitarian and protection needs of families. -
From healthcare to socio-economic inclusion: alleviating the vulnerabilities of migrants in the Maldives
Proportionately, the Maldives has the largest population of migrants in South Asia. The Maldivian Red Crescent and the Italian Red Cross offer assistance to migrants in the country. -
Healthcare, therapy, and education in an inclusive family atmosphere
Children with a disability are particularly vulnerable to discrimination. The Cyprus Red Cross operates a therapy centre providing healthcare, therapeutic assistance & opportunities for disabled children to learn and thrive. -
Long Journeys in Short Records - facilitating cultural dialogue
To support integration and foster intercultural awareness between refugees and their host communities, the Slovenian Red Cross launched a booklet collecting cultural anecdotes as part of their #Mi2 project. -
A refuge for young LGBT people in Rome
The Italian Red Cross runs a unique shelter that provides accommodation and support for gays and transexuals who have been subjected to violence or discrimination and need a safe place to rebuild their lives. -
Motivation and support for life-changing journeys
The Latvian Red Cross has assisted nearly 500 people at risk of discrimination and social exclusion through a programme to help them access education or take up work. -
Bridging Gaps through Participatory Community Development
Through a collaboration between the Swedish Red Cross and the Romanian Red Cross, Roma and other vulnerable communities in various locations in Romania have received support in combatting discrimination. -
Taking action for and with older people in society
This project works to support the inclusion of senior citizens in decision-making, through strengthening civil society organisations in the Western Balkans. -
Youth and Drugs Project
Project Y.A.D brings together expertise from practical work addressing drug addiction, with the motivational force of young volunteers. Peer education activities on substance abuse by youth volunteers are a valuable tool for health promotion among young people.
