World Red Cross Day 2024 Date and Theme: Know History and Significance of Red Crescent Day Celebrations Worldwide
World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day raises awareness about the humanitarian activities and principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
World Red Cross Day and Red Crescent Day is an annual celebration of the principles of the International Red Cross Day and Red Crescent Day. World Red Cross Day, also known as Red Crescent Day, is celebrated on May 8 every year. As per records, this date is the birth anniversary of Henry Dunant, who was born on May 8, 1828, in Geneva, Switzerland. He was the founder of (the ICRC) International Committee of the Red Cross and the recipient of the first Nobel Peace Prize in 1901. World Red Cross Day: A Celebration of the Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day encourages individuals, communities, governments, and organisations to engage with the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement through volunteering, donations, advocacy, or participation in humanitarian initiatives. In this article, let’s learn more about the World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day 2024 date and the significance of the global event.
World Red Cross Day 2024 Date and Theme
World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day is annually observed on May 8. This year it falls on Wednesday. The World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day 2024 theme is yet to be disclosed; however, 2023's theme was #Fromtheheart.
What is the History of World Red Cross Day?
The idea for an annual action that could take hold in the whole world and significantly contribute to peace was introduced just after World War I. This initiative, known as the ‘Red Cross Truce’, was studied by an International Commission established at the 14th International Conference of the Red Cross. The report was presented to the 15th International Conference of the Red Cross in Tokyo in 1934 and was approved. World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day Date & Significance: Know the History and Celebrations of The Day Honouring The Humanitarian Movement.
After World War II, in 1946, Tokyo’s proposal was studied by the League of Red Cross Societies (LRCS), renamed the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) in 1991. Two years later, the proposal for an annual International Red Cross Day was adopted, and the first Red Cross Day was celebrated on May 8, 1948.
What is the Significance of World Red Cross Day?
World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day raises awareness about the humanitarian activities and principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. It highlights the importance of humanitarian assistance, disaster response, healthcare, and community resilience-building efforts carried out by the movement.
The day also recognises and honours the dedication and commitment of Red Cross and Red Crescent volunteers, staff, and supporters who work tirelessly to alleviate human suffering and promote humanitarian values worldwide. The day serves as a reminder of the ongoing humanitarian challenges worldwide and the importance of collective action to address them.
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