Trained Afghan Red Crescent volunteers undertook search and rescue missions following a devastating earthquake late on 31 August 2025. The 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck near the city of Jalalabad, ...

On 28 March 2025, central Myanmar was rocked by a powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake, followed by a 6.7 magnitude aftershock. It caused widespread devastation: 3,600 deaths. 5,561 injured. 120,000+ ...

In October 2025, a ceasefire agreement came into effect, bringing hope to millions who have faced relentless suffering in Gaza. Since 2023, the Palestine Red Crescent Society has had 1,400 responders ...

Coverage in mainstream news media and social media of world conflict and refugee emergencies mean children and young people are increasingly being exposed to news events and are turning to parents and ...

The British Red Cross is here for humanity in the hardest moments. Whether people’s lives have been turned upside down by conflict, destroyed by earthquakes or disrupted by flooding, we're here to ...

Our help for refugees, asylum seekers and vulnerable migrants. The British Red Cross is the UK’s largest independent provider of services for refugees, asylum seekers, vulnerable migrants and ...

Freezing temperatures and cold weather conditions can have a negative impact on our health. People with respiratory problems such as asthma, or heart conditions are at particular risk during the ...

You’ve probably heard about Magen David Adom and the Palestine Red Crescent in the news. If you’ve wondered how they relate to the Red Cross, here’s an explainer. Since the devastating armed conflict ...

Explore our free teaching and learning resources to help enrich national curriculum subjects, like PSHE and citizenship, and connect human crisis with human kindness. We offer a variety of free ...

Real stories from British Red Cross volunteers based around the UK. From emergency response to retail and fundraising, they support our vital work.

Visit this traditional country garden with dry stone walls, lawns, herbaceous borders and fruit trees. Step into a classic, established country garden enclosed by characterful dry stone walls, ...

Write your will for free with the Red Cross. Get started by requesting your free will writing pack, which includes practical advice and next steps. Get your free will writing pack With our help, ...