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ReportUkraine Response and Red Cross views on the implementation of the TPD
Based on the experience of National Red Cross Societies providing assistance and support to people affected by the Russia-Ukraine international armed conflict, this paper assesses key aspects of the implementation of the EU Temporary Protection Directive from a humanitarian perspective.Download pdf -
ReportPeople-centRED approach: Strengthening local-to-global capacities
Red Cross practices and recommendations to the EU and Member States to empower communities and help bring about long-lasting positive change in people’s lives.Download pdf -
RecommendationProtecting the humanitarian space to access and support migrants
Red Cross recommendations to the EU and Member States to safeguard principled humanitarian work with migrants, based solely on need.Download pdf -
Report'RED ALERT': Managing disaster risks in Europe
Our new publication showcases how National Red Cross Societies are investing in preparedness and working to reduce disaster and climate-related risks.Download pdf -
RecommendationReducing the use of immigration detention in the EU
Red Cross EU Office recommendations to the European Union and Members States to limit the use of immigration detention and to develop and implement alternatives.Download pdf -
ReportReuniting families across borders
A joint Red Cross report on the humanitarian consequences of family separation and people going missing due to war, conflict and perilous migratory trails.Download pdf -
RecommendationRecommendations on a Union Resettlement Framework
Joint recommendations from Caritas Europa, CCME, ECRE, ICMC Europe, and the Red Cross EU Office to ensure that any Union Resettlement Framework strengthens Europe's humanitarian commitment to achieving protection and durable solutions for vulnerable refugees across the globe.Download pdf -
RecommendationProtecting the dignity and rights of migrants in an irregular situation
Migrants in an irregular situation are among the most vulnerable people in Europe. Protecting their dignity and rights requires decisive action; here are our recommendations.Download pdf -
RecommendationReforming the Common European Asylum System in a spirit of humanity and solidarity
Our recommendations to the EU and its Member States on the process of reforming the Common European Asylum System.Download pdf -
ReportEurope in crisis: facilitating access to protection, (discarding) offshore processing and mapping alternatives for the way forward
The study analyses policies and practices of joint processing, while considering the practical difficulties raised by a joint EU external processing scheme.Download pdf -
RecommendationPerilous journeys: addressing the vulnerabilities linked to migratory routes to the European Union
Our recommendations to the EU and its Member States to help reduce risks and vulnerabilities along migratory routes to Europe.Download pdf -
RecommendationResettlement in the EU: a fresh start for vulnerable refugees
Our call to the EU and its Member States to improve policies and practices regarding resettlement in the EU.Download pdf -
RecommendationRed Cross Red Crescent relations with EU civil protection actors for international activities
This position paper aims to clarify how National Red Cross Societies can engage with EU Member States in civil protection initiatives outside the EU.Download pdf -
ReportCivil Protection Guidance for National Societies and IFRC relations with EU actors
A guidance document for National Red Cross Societies and the IFRC on their relationship with the EU Civil Protection Mechanism.Download PDF -
RecommendationEnhancing maternal and child nutrition in external assistance
Our contribution to the preparation of the European Commission Communication, "Enhancing Maternal and Child Nutrition in External Assistance".Download pdf
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Supporting the mental health of people affected by the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine
On 9 April, the IFRC and the European Commission co-organised an event about the provision of mental health and psychosocial support to people displaced from Ukraine. -
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IFRC calls for humane implementation of the European Pact on Asylum and Migration
As the focus on EU Pact on Migration and Aslyum shifts to implementation, IFRC calls on EU Member States to upholds the welfare, rights and dignity of all migrants. -
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Health and social care as a human right
We talked with Anya Blum to learn about the Austrian Red Cross’ work promoting long-term care in Austria and beyond. -
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European Humanitarian Forum: for more effective and sustainable solutions
The third European Humanitarian Forum is an opportunity to promote dialogue among key stakeholders on pressing humanitarian challenges. -
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Strengthening local actors
We had a conversation with Elias Solis and José Juan Castro to discuss lessons learned and good practices in the application of the localisation approach. -
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The climate and health crises must be urgently addressed together
Climate change is already driving humanitarian crises around the world and triggering unprecedented consequences on people’s physical and mental health. -
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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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Rising costs and falling temperatures will put many people in Europe at risk this winter
This winter, many people will be forced into making difficult decisions about their energy spending. -
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Seven priorities to expand resettlement and safe pathways to Europe
Ahead of EU Member States submitting their pledges for the EU resettlement scheme, we call on leaders to ambitiously expand safe pathways to international protection. -
Interview
Raising awareness about the importance of health
We talked with Sandrine da Cunha Couto, Health Awareness Officer, to learn about the Spanish Red Cross’ work when it comes to health, particularly with regards to prevention. -
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New Agenda for EU relations with Latin America and the Caribbean
The future EU-CELAC partnership should build on local capacities and put the needs and rights of vulnerable people at its core. -
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Reinforcing healthcare systems at national and European levels
In the framework of the European Public Health Week, we hosted the event “Accessing healthcare in the EU – Bridging gaps and tackling vulnerabilities”. -
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Swedish Red Cross working to influence the Swedish Council Presidency
With the Swedish Presidency of the Council of the EU soon coming to an end, we look back at the priorities that the Swedish Red Cross has been working to promote at EU level. -
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No health without mental health: the EU’s long-awaited comprehensive approach to mental health
While applying a holistic approach to mental health, the EU's new mental health initiative needs to recognise the critical role of community-based mental health services. -
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The world is not ready for the next pandemic, warns the IFRC
The IFRC's World Disasters Report focuses on how preparedness ahead of COVID-19 was inadequate, and how the world can prepare more effectively for future public health crises. -
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Austrian Red Cross calls to uphold the humanity of migrants and refugees
Austrian Red Cross President Gerald Schöpfer calls for humane treatment, accommodation, and integration of migrants and refugees in Austria. -
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The EU as a global health actor: ambitious new strategy
While outlining a solid roadmap to improving health and wellbeing, the EU Global Health Strategy needs to recognise the role of local actors in supporting remote communities. -
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Volunteering in an Outermost Region
We caught up with Joana (Portuguese Red Cross) and Andy Cinna (French Red Cross) to hear about their experiences being young volunteers in an EU Outermost Region. -
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The stakes are high for the 2023 EU Budget- will the EU deliver on its commitments?
The 2023 EU budget should apply a principled and people-centred approach aiming to boost resilience, strengthen social cohesion, and reach the most vulnerable groups. -
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Changes to the UK asylum system - a bad precedent for Europe's migration policies?
We caught up with Jon Featonby from the British Red Cross to hear about what the new Nationality and Borders Act in the UK could mean for global and EU migration policies. -
Interview
Responding to evolving challenges and learning from them
Romania's disaster management system has faced new challenges and opportunities in terms of cross-border collaboration in recent months. -
Statement
Mounting global needs call for renewed European leadership on resettlement
We call EU leaders to make the most out of the solidarity provided in the last months, and to step up resettlement to meet global protection needs. -
Press release
Red Cross extends support to families separated by violence and conflict
Ahead of the International Day of Families on 15 May, the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is expanding its family reunification services with a new initiative. -
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First European Humanitarian Forum: improving assistance and collaboration to address needs
The European Humanitarian Forum on 21-23 March 2022 focused on many of the most pressing global issues. -
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French Red Cross priorities for the French Council Presidency
French Red Cross recommendations across four priority issues: youth engagement, social economy, homelessness and crisis response. -
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Local approaches to support people who need food and material assistance
Amid the impacts of COVID-19 on vulnerable communities, the Belgian Red Cross is offering assistance to people struggling to make ends meet, including for the first time. -
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The road towards affordable, high-quality long-term care in the EU
Our workshop on the European Care Strategy identified challenges to quality long-term care and how to resolve them, focusing on care for older people in Slovenia. -
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The dignity and rights of people must be upheld at the EU’s eastern border
Amid the worsening humanitarian situation at the EU's border with Belarus, the focus needs to shift to ensuring respect for fundamental rights, in line with EU values. -
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Red Social Innovation
A digital platform to share and learn about transformative social and technological innovations to help people cope with the socio-economic challenges of tomorrow. -
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The EU cannot shirk its responsibilities towards Afghans in need of international protection
Ahead of the Resettlement Forum, we call for an ambitious and additional resettlement programme for Afghan refugees and a flexible use of other available pathways to safety. -
Statement
Time to Get Resettlement Moving!
Ahead of the EU Resettlement Forum, the Red Cross EU Office appeals to EU institutions and member states to urgently revive and increase resettlement efforts. -
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Pandemic drives EU preparedness efforts
Amendments to the European Union Civil Protection Mechanism allow for increased operational capacities and more flexibility to use funds in emergencies. -
Press release
World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day 2021: Together we are #unstoppable.
This World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day, we celebrate our staff and volunteers who demonstrate unstoppable commitment to local community action. -
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An integrated and holistic approach towards social inclusion – the FEAD Thematic Seminar
Several Red Cross societies contributed to the FEAD Thematic Seminar on 29-30 April to enhance impact through integrated approaches supporting social inclusion. -
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New Communication on the EU's humanitarian action – a mixed bag
The European Commission's recent Communication on EU humanitarian action addresses key concerns facing humanitarian action, but still leaves room for improvement. -
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Anticipation Hub: striving to make anticipatory humanitarian action the new norm
The Head of the Anticipation Hub talks to us about how critical anticipatory action can be in reducing loss and suffering of communities ahead of disasters. -
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Family reunification: adjusting EU procedures is crucial
Increased efforts are needed so that legal frameworks translate into smoother and more humane processes on the ground. Read the summary of our webinar on this issue. -
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Minimising the humanitarian impact of immigration detention: time to promote alternatives
On International Migrants Day, we call on the EU and its Member States to limit the use of restrictive measures and explore additional options. Liberty should be the norm. -
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Immigration detention should only be a last resort
A webinar organised by ICRC Brussels and the Red Cross EU Office brought together 70 experts to discuss its humanitarian impact, and alternatives to uphold human rights. -
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Helping refugees in Turkey regain control of their lives
"We only came with our souls," says Amal, from Syria. The largest humanitarian programme of the EU, the Emergency Social Safety Net (ESSN), supports people like her. -
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'RED ALERT': Managing disaster risks in Europe
A new publication by the Red Cross EU Office showcases best practices and lessons learned by National Societies and IFRC to help people in need faster and more effectively. -
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It's time to end violence against women and girls
One in three women in the European Union has experienced physical or sexual violence. The COVID-19 pandemic is making it even worse. Stronger action is needed -
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Last call: The future Asylum, Migration & Integration Fund
Joint statement with other international and civil society organisations, making the case for a humane, transparent and effective use of EU resources for asylum and migration. -
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Climate change and COVID-19 must be tackled together
Adaptation, preparedness, anticipatory and early action must be immediately scaled up, breaking the silos and improving collaboration across all relevant sectors and actors. -
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World Disasters Report 2020: the global response to climate change is failing people in most need
New analysis by IFRC shows that the most affected countries receive only a fraction of the available funding for adaptation, and thus struggle to protect communities. -
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Delivering FEAD beyond 2020: achievements, challenges and lessons learned to support the most deprived
One in five people in the EU were at risk of poverty or social exclusion before the COVID-19 pandemic. Thousands more struggle now, and many need help for the first time. -
Statement
Resettlement can't wait!
We appeal to the EU institutions and Member States to urgently revive and increase resettlement efforts. Read our joint statement with other aid organisations -
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Urgent climate action, a shared responsibility
Reducing carbon emissions is not enough. Increased funding, adaptation strategies and joint efforts are needed to tackle this crisis, as highlighted at the Climate:Red Summit -
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World Humanitarian Day: real life heroes amid growing conflicts, natural disasters and epidemics
The aid community, including donor governments and other actors, must ensure safe access to people in need and funding for short and long-term – beyond the COVID-19 emergency. -
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Syria: violence, COVID-19 and access constraints
At the IV Brussels Conference on "Supporting the Future of Syria and the Region", the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement called for safe, unimpeded access to people in need -
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The New Pact on Migration and Asylum
For World Refugee Day, the Red Cross EU Office calls on the EU and Member States to increase safe, legal migration channels for protection seekers to the EU. -
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The Emergency Social Safety Net (ESSN)
The Emergency Social Safety Net cash assistance programme will help 1.7 million refugees in Turkey to cover their basic needs. -
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Flattening the Curve
With Europe currently at the epicentre of the COVID-19 outbreak, Red Cross volunteers and staff have been on the frontline of the response. -
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Enhanced post-earthquake support to Albania
The international support for Albania expands in order to help over 32,000 vulnerable people who have remained in urgent need of assistance after November's earthquake. -
Press release
Protecting the liberty of migrants
Red Cross EU Office recommendations to the European Union and Members States for limiting the use of immigration detention and developing alternatives. -
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Reducing Disaster Risk Vulnerability in Eastern Ukraine
We caught up with Antoine Terrien, Country Manager in Ukraine for the Danish Red Cross, to hear about the work to increase preparedness to disaster risks in the country. -
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The future of the Asylum, Migration and Integration Fund
We join 18 CSOs in calling on EU co-legislators to work towards developing a more humane, transparent and effective Asylum and Migration Fund. -
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Increasing preparedness in the Baltic Sea Region
Since the tragic Estonia ferry disaster 25 years ago, neighbouring Red Cross Societies have been strengthening their joint response capacities. -
Statement
The EU must stop the criminalisation of solidarity with migrants and refugees
We join over 100 independent organisations calling the new European Commission to stop the criminalisation of solidarity with migrants in Europe. -
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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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World conference on health and climate change
A global conference organised by the French Red Cross highlights the need for concrete action to reduce and mitigate the public health challenges that climate change presents. -
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Exploring the future of EU humanitarian aid
Adapting to the changing nature of humanitarian crises requires closer cooperation and new approaches towards aid. -
Statement
Using AMF to support transparent and effective migration policies
Recommendations from civil society organisations to ensure that the Asylum and Migration Fund (AMF) supports humane, transparent, and effective migration policies. -
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Investing in migrant children and their futures
On International Migrants Day, the Red Cross EU Office urges the EU to ensure that migrant children are protected and provided with tools to build a positive future. -
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Improving the reception of asylum seekers in the EU
Enhancing the management of asylum reception was the focus of the closing conference of the European Platform of Reception Agencies. -
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Arctic emergency response calls for cooperation and pre-planning
A new Finnish Red Cross report shows the need to enhance capacities and strengthen pre-planning for major accidents in the Arctic area. -
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Civil protection in the face of changing risks
At the sixth European Civil Protection Forum, the Red Cross Red Crescent shared insight into its work with communities to mitigate growing risks. -
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Challenges & opportunities for the social inclusion of migrants in the EU
Civil society and EU institutional representatives debated how EU migration and asylum programmes and policies can enhance the social inclusion prospects of migrants. -
Statement
Humanitarian space for migration work must be protected
We hope that the EU and its Member States will take decisive action to protect the humanitarian space for work with and for migrants in 2018. -
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Ensuring staffing for quality social care
A new report commissioned by Social Services Europe highlights possibilities for strengthening recruitment and retention in social services, in the context of EU policies. -
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Addressing gender inequality and sexual and gender-based violence in disasters through law and policy
Mechanisms are needed to connect the legal and policy frameworks related to disaster risk management, gender equality, and SGBV. -
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Ten years of the European Consensus on Humanitarian Aid
The Consensus references most of the key humanitarian issues of today, from the humanitarian-development nexus to the localisation of aid. -
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Civil society support for migrants: decriminalising solidarity and providing humanitarian admission
The Red Cross contributed to a conference on the role of civil society in supporting humanitarian admission of migrants in the EU. -
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Strengthening preparedness for complex emergency situations
Red Cross civil protection experts work on developing strategies to deal with the new kinds of risks faced in European cities. -
Statement
NGOs call upon EU institutions and member states to expand the use of safe and legal channels for refugees
We urge the Council and the European Parliament to continue to support and promote the use of humanitarian visas. -
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Reception of asylum seekers: a crucial step towards a new life
With around 1.2 million asylum claims registered in 2015, reception systems across the EU are currently under unprecedented strain. -
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Developing capacities to identify and respond to the needs of victims
It is estimated that globally, there are about 20 to 30 million people coerced into exploitative situations, subjected to physical and mental violence and abuse. -
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Red Cross contribution: Enhancing equal partnerships to implement the 2030 Agenda
The Red Cross EU Office highlighted ways in which the EU can bolster its partnerships to further support the implementation of the Sustainable Development Goals. -
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Coordinating Effective Responses for When Disaster Strikes
There is a growing need for legal preparedness due to the rising frequency, severity and impact of disasters, as well as an increase in the number and diversity of responders. -
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FEAD Network Launch Conference
On the 2nd and 3rd of June 2016, the first Fund for European Aid to the Most Deprived Network launch conference was held in Brussels. -
Press release
IFRC Secretary General and Austrian Red Cross Secretary General call on EU to expand efforts to reach most vulnerable and isolated
Our call to the European Union to increase its support to people affected by "forgotten” humanitarian crises. -
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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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Europe in Crisis: Facilitating Access to Protection, (Discarding) Offshore Processing and Mapping Alternatives for the Way Forward
The study analyses policies and practices of joint processing, while considering the practical difficulties raised by a joint EU external processing scheme. -
Press release
Migration to the EU: a perilous and difficult journey
We call on the EU and its Member States to focus on the factors that exacerbate the vulnerabilities of migrants and to develop measures to reduce these risks. -
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Red Cross EU Office Conference on the EU Asylum Reception System
The Red Cross EU Office convened a public conference to address the key challenges and prospects for guaranteeing high reception standards for asylum seekers across the EU. -
Statement
Reception of asylum seekers: dignified standards must be maintained across the European Union
National Red Cross Societies in the EU stand ready to support EU Member States’ asylum systems to uphold the dignity and rights of migrants. -
Press release
Challenges in providing adequate reception for asylum seekers across the EU: Red Cross EU Office Conference
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 EU. -
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Our Principles in action
50 years of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement’s Fundamental Principles. -
Statement
Resettlement in the EU: a fresh start for vulnerable refugees
Ahead of World Refugee Day, we are calling on the EU and its Member States to step up their resettlement programmes. -
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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. -
Opinion
21 Red Cross National Societies in the European Union call for more legal avenues to access protection
Our call to the European Union institutions to provide more legal avenues for those who need access to protection. -
Statement
Statement on behalf of the Red Cross National Societies in the European Union and Norway
Our statement on supporting safe passage for migrants: Europe can and must do more.
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Bridging the gaps
The EU Bridge programme aims to strengthen the capacities and capabilities of the Azerbaijan Red Crescent Society, as well as other relevant stakeholders in the country, to tackle the impact of humanitarian crises in Azerbaijan. -
Disaster preparedness among neighbours in the Baltic
EvRE brought together four National Red Cross Societies to prepare for cross-border embergency scenarios. -
Reunification pathways for integration
With support from the EU Asylum, Migration and Integration fund, the Red Cross is working to assess key obstacles to family reunification and help to reunite family members of refugees and beneficiaries of international protection in Europe. -
Finding financial independence, following passions
Funded by DG ECHO, the ESSN by IFRC and the Turkish Red Crescent is the biggest humanitarian programme in EU history. Refugee families in Turkey receive monthly cash assistance enabling them to decide how to cover essential needs. -
Buttek – Grocery stores against poverty
In response to the increasing number of households in precarious socio-economic situations, the Luxembourg Red Cross established social supermarkets where people affected by poverty can buy food and household items at a fraction of the market price. -
Managing the "Double Epidemic"
To prevent and respond to the spread of COVID-19 and other epidemics, the Guinean Red Cross and French Red Cross are supporting regional health directorates and strengthening local epidemic management capacities. -
Enhancing food security and resilience in Mauritania
A programme by the Mauritanian Red Crescent and French Red Cross which targets vulnerable groups and offers activities aimed at supporting employability, entrepreneurship, agricultural production and good nutritional practices. -
Disaster preparedness among neighbours in the Alps
IRONORE 2019, a full-scale civil protection exercise in Austria, brought together several Red Cross Societies and rescue organisations to prepare for various cross-border emergency scenarios. -
A new home: facilitating asylum seekers' and refugees’ integration in Portugal
Since 2015, multi-disciplinary teams provide a wide range of services to protection seekers across the country, with a strong focus on individual empowerment. -
Help and protection for migrants at Lithuanian borders: "I see a family member in you"
Qualified teams monitor the situation, train border guard officers on how to interact with migrants, and provide humanitarian assistance to vulnerable people in detention – including legal aid and family reunification services. -
Bringing families together
People who flee persecution or violence often experience family separation. National Red Cross Societies in Europe help them with reunification procedures, usually the only way to ensure their right to family life is respected. -
Women Deliver Healthcare to Displaced Populations in Iraq
A joint initiative by the Iraqi Red Crescent and the Norwegian Red Cross helps deliver vital healthcare to vulnerable communities. -
A new start in life for survivors of human trafficking
A joint project between the Italian Red Cross and the British Red Cross to provide tailored support to survivors of human trafficking. -
Supporting unaccompanied and separated children in family based care
The SAFE project worked to enable frontline practitioners, care professionals, and foster carers to enhance their knowledge, skills and confidence in providing better quality family-based care to unaccompanied and separated children. -
Learning for life and making a difference in the community
In cooperation with three partner organisations from across Europe, the Portuguese Red Cross Youth hosted a group of young volunteers to contribute to work in local communities. -
Assisting Venezuelans on the move
The Red Cross is implementing a humanitarian assistance project to help people affected by the Venezuelan crisis. -
Supporting informed asylum decisions worldwide
The Austrian Red Cross works to provide accurate and up-to-date information on asylum seekers’ countries of origin to improve application processing across Europe. -
Improving migrants’ access to rights and services through coordinated civil society action
Through innovative thinking and coordinated efforts, the Rights of Migrants in Action project addressed the specific needs of thousands of migrant domestic workers and victims of human trafficking. -
Displaced in their own city: supporting people in Mosul
Hygiene promotion and the provision of clean water, non-food items, and healthcare are amongst the services being offered by Red Cross Red Crescent partners. -
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. -
Model Villages in Rwanda
Communities in Rwanda are making their own solutions to become more resilient, in a project coordinated by the Rwanda Red Cross with the support of various European National Red Cross Societies. -
Specialised care at Belgian reception centres for asylum seekers
The Belgian Red Cross welcomes people with a range of support services, including psychosocial assistance. -
Supporting destitute asylum seekers and refugees in Europe
How the Red Cross works to address the needs of refugees and asylum seekers that are at risk of destitution. -
Enhancing capacities to respond to human trafficking
An initiative to increase understanding of human trafficking in the EU and equip frontline practitioners to recognise it and provide tailored support. -
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. -
Aware and Resilient
Between April 2013 and May 2015, Aware and Resilient worked to create community links between different disaster management actors at the local level and raise awareness among European citizens of the benefits of disaster preparedness. -
Disaster preparedness for older people
"PrepAGE" worked across five EU countries to identify the specific needs of older people in emergencies, and to develop strategies to increase the disaster preparedness of this group.
