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E-mail:information@redcross.org.na Humanintarian Values: |
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Humanitarian Values are embedded in our seven fundamental principles: They are also in our global messages, "together for humanity" and "protecting human dignity". Our humanitarian values are found in the International Humanitarian Law and in every thing that we do. We do everything we do, not because we can, but because we care.The purpose of this core area, is "to influence behaviour" of volunteer, staff, public and private authorities and of the community in general.
Our people drive us to give our best. It is important not only to give and
assist, but also to respect and protect their dignity through our services.
If you would like the Namibia Red Cross Society to visit your organization,
school or any other institution in order to disseminate humanitarian values
and the role of your Red Cross in your society, please click here or email
us at
information@redcross.org.na
Our Fundamental Principles in detail:
The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, born of a desire to bring
assistance without discrimination to the wounded on the battlefield, endeavours,
in its international and national capacity, to prevent and alleviate human
suffering wherever it occurs. Its purpose is to protect life and health and to
ensure respect for human beings. It promotes mutual understanding, friendship,
cooperation and lasting peace amongst all people.
The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, makes no discrimination
as to nationality, race, religious beliefs, class or political opinions. It
endeavours to relieve the suffering of individuals, guided by their
needs, and to give priority to the most urgent cases of distress.
In order to enjoy the confidence of all, the Movement may not take sides in hostilities or engage in controversies of a political, racial, religious or ideological nature.
The Movement is independent. The National Societies, while auxiliaries in the
humanitarian services of their governments and subject of the laws of their
respective countries, must always maintain their autonomy so that they may be
able at all times to act in accordance with the principles of the Movement.
It is a voluntary relief movement, not prompted in any manner by desire for
gain.
There can be only one Red Cross or Red Crescent Society in any one country,
which is open to all. It must carry on its humanitarian work throughout its
territory. The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, in which all societies have equal status and share equal responsibilities and duties in helping each other, is worldwide. [Top] |
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