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International Women’s Day 2023.

Red Cross joins a research project investigating the way we see humanitarian crises.

12-month Impact Report.

Trust, equity and local action: lessons from the COVID-19 pandemic to avert the next global crisis.

Behind the staggeringly high numbers are real people – men, women and children battling death-level hunger every day.

The impacts of disasters on individuals and communities can be long-term and complicated.

A Red Cross visitor is helping 94-year-old Kathryn overcome isolation and loneliness.

Every week Red Cross visitor Matt swaps stories and jokes with Bill. Those visits are the highlight of Bill’s week, bringing joy and laughter to his twilight years.

My mum, Olena, has spent her whole life in Ukraine. She had her own home, a great job and good friends. But when our country descended into chaos, she had to give it all up to find safety.

Our 9-month Impact Report.

In the face of a seemingly intractable problem, some advice to help you think, take action, and cope.

A celebration of food, culture and finding new friends.

An update on our flood grants in response to the March 2022 Queensland and NSW floods.

Celebrating the International Day of Older Persons with the stories of three women's contribution and resilience.

We’ve supported our colleagues at the Malaysian Red Crescent Society to deliver COVID-19 vaccinations.

Months on from the Queensland and New South Wales floods, communities are rebuilding and recovering with the support of Red Cross teams.

As Australians get prepared for another La Niña event, fresh evidence has emerged of the value of preparing for a disaster or emergency.

Building community resilience in Byrrill Creek.

An unfinished story of reconciliation.

77 years on from the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

On World Day Against Trafficking in Persons (30 July 2022), let’s raise awareness that millions of men, women, and children around the world every day are subject to trafficking and slavery.

An update on our response to the Qld & NSW floods, from support in evacuation centres, to cash assistance, and long-term help on the recovery journey for tens of thousands.

The Lismore floods hit hard, and ongoing support will be needed.