🌍 International Federation of Blue Cross & Blue Crescent Societies (IFBC)
Building Strong National Societies. Advancing Humanitarian Action. Serving Humanity.
The International Federation of Blue Cross & Blue Crescent Societies (IFBC) is the global federation of the Blue Cross & Blue Crescent Movement, dedicated to strengthening National Blue Cross and Blue Crescent Societies, expanding humanitarian cooperation, and supporting vulnerable communities through volunteer action, emergency response, health initiatives, capacity development, and humanitarian diplomacy.
The federation works with its National Societies and humanitarian partners to build resilient communities before, during, and after disasters and public health emergencies.
This mission is reflected in the organization's description and objectives.
🌐 Global Humanitarian Leadership
The IFBC provides strategic leadership, technical guidance, institutional development, and international coordination for National Blue Cross & Blue Crescent Societies across the world.
Our mission is to strengthen humanitarian institutions that protect life, uphold human dignity, promote resilience, and deliver sustainable humanitarian solutions.
Our Vision
A world where every community has access to compassionate humanitarian support through strong, sustainable, volunteer-led National Blue Cross & Blue Crescent Societies.
Our Mission
To strengthen National Societies through:
Humanitarian Leadership
Institutional Development
Capacity Building
Volunteer Mobilisation
Emergency Preparedness
Disaster Response
Community Health
Humanitarian Diplomacy
International Cooperation
Sustainable Humanitarian Development
🌍 What We Do
Emergency & Disaster Response
Preparing communities for disasters while coordinating rapid humanitarian assistance during emergencies.
Health & Community Wellbeing
Supporting healthcare outreach, medical missions, mental health initiatives, disease prevention programmes and community resilience.
National Society Development
Supporting the establishment, registration, governance, institutional strengthening and operational development of National Blue Cross & Blue Crescent Societies.
Volunteer Development
Building one of the world's most dedicated humanitarian volunteer networks through recruitment, training, leadership development and community engagement.
Humanitarian Diplomacy
Strengthening partnerships with governments, international organisations, civil society, academic institutions and humanitarian stakeholders to advance humanitarian objectives.
Capacity Building
Providing education, professional development and humanitarian training through specialised programmes, academies and institutional partnerships.
Sustainable Development
Supporting initiatives that contribute towards healthier, safer, greener and more resilient communities.
🌎 Global Areas of Action
Disaster Risk Reduction
Emergency Medical Response
Community Health
Humanitarian Relief
Search & Rescue
Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH)
Food Security
Climate Action
Environmental Protection
Human Rights Promotion
Women's Empowerment
Child Protection
Youth Leadership
Volunteer Development
Peace Building
Community Resilience
🏛️ Supporting National Societies
The IFBC works to strengthen National Blue Cross & Blue Crescent Societies by providing:
Institutional Guidance
Technical Support
Governance Development
Leadership Development
Strategic Planning
Operational Standards
Volunteer Systems
Humanitarian Programme Development
International Representation
Global Networking Opportunities
🌐 International Cooperation
The Federation promotes cooperation among National Societies through:
International Conferences
Regional Networks
Humanitarian Partnerships
Knowledge Exchange
Joint Humanitarian Operations
Technical Cooperation
Capacity Development
Cross-border Collaboration
🤝 Our Humanitarian Values
Humanity
Impartiality
Neutrality
Volunteerism
Universality
Transparency
Sustainability
Compassion
Respect
International Solidarity
These values align with the movement's stated principles, including humanitarianism, volunteerism, transparency, impartiality, sustainability, neutrality and respect.
🌎 Worldwide Humanitarian Network
Through its growing network of National Blue Cross & Blue Crescent Societies, volunteers, humanitarian professionals, partner institutions and community leaders, IFBC works to improve lives and strengthen communities worldwide.
Together we respond before, during and after emergencies while supporting long-term humanitarian development and resilience.
🏛️ International Recognition
The Blue Cross & Blue Crescent Society was granted Special Consultative Status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) in July 2024. This status enables participation, under applicable UN rules, in various ECOSOC processes and certain UN meetings, while also carrying ongoing reporting obligations. It does not make the organization part of the United Nations or authorize use of the UN emblem or claims of UN representation.
✨ Website Highlights
Global Humanitarian Federation
Supporting National Societies Worldwide
Building Strong National Societies
Leadership • Capacity • Development
Saving Lives • Changing Lives
Responding Before, During & After Emergencies
Volunteer Powered
Communities Helping Communities
Humanitarian Diplomacy
Partnerships for Global Humanitarian Action
Health • Relief • Resilience
Serving Humanity Through Action
Sustainable Humanitarian Development
Creating Stronger Communities for Future Generations
Innovation & Capacity Building
Developing Humanitarian Leaders Worldwide
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FOR ALL HUMANITY
Saving Lives • Changing Lives
