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The power of connection
At Australian Red Cross, building meaningful connections is at the heart of everything we do.
Building connection while learning new skills
Through the Aged Care Visiting Scheme at Australian Red Cross, volunteer Leonardo was connected with 87-year-old Kim, who was looking for someone to spend time with, as well as to learn IT skills from.
Helping people like Ali to reconnect with his son
After 11 years apart – and fearing the worst – Australian Red Cross’ Restoring Family Links service was able to reconnect a father with his lost son.
Right now, promoting respect for international humanitarian law is critical
Humanitarian aid workers like Australian Red Cross delegate JP Miller rely on international humanitarian law for protection when deploying into conflict zones.
Stronger together
How Community-led Resilience Teams are changing the way communities prepare for disasters.
Anthony and Buddy: community, care and cultural connection in emergencies
A proud Bidjara Juggera man, volunteer Anthony and Buddy, his loyal assistance dog, offered psychological first aid to people affected by Cyclone Alfred.
National Volunteer Week
'Connecting Communities' with Australian Red Cross Volunteer, Colin.
Serving communities with care
Recovery after a disaster is about more than rebuilding – it involves restoring hope, stability, and emotional resilience.
Finding warmth after two disasters
The power of community shines through in Lismore in the wake of a cyclone and devastating flooding.
How locals led the recovery from the Vanuatu earthquake
Andrew Nayo, a leader in Vanuatu, shares the devastating impact of a massive earthquake on his community and the challenges they faced in recovering.
Helping 100,000 kids get disaster ready
Australian Red Cross Pillowcase Workshops mark 10 years.
Case Study: Cash for Protection Program
From refuge to resilience – the path to safety, stability and strength.
Extreme Heat Awareness Day
We’re teaming up with Sweltering Cities, organisations, experts, and others across Australia to launch the first-ever Australian Extreme Heat Awareness Day on 5 February 2025.
Reflections on the 2024 International Conference of the Red Cross and Red Crescent
In October 2024 Movement and government representatives from across the globe gathered for the International Conference of the Red Cross and Red Crescent (International Conference), a pivotal event hosted every four years.
Lifelong humanitarian honoured for dedication to reuniting families in PNG
PNG Red Cross has been recognised on the global stage for their Restoring Family Links work.
Modern slavery is hidden in plain sight
Many assume modern slavery in Australia is hidden in the shadows, a criminal underworld far removed from everyday life. In reality, it often unfolds in plain sight.
Red Cross pays our respects to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander custodians of the country where we work, and to Elders, past, present and emerging.
Learn about our Reconciliation Action Plan and how we can all make reconciliation real.
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