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The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) and the Junior Chamber International (JCI) Manila formalized their partnership through the signing of a Memorandum of Agreement [MOA] for the implementation of Project Hiraya: Turning Waste into Worth, Creating Futures – an innovative environmental and social development initiative aimed at transforming plastic waste into meaningful opportunities for communities […]
The Philippines remains vulnerable to extreme heat, with risks heightened by climate variability and climate change. Preparedness and awareness must continue beyond the summer months. So even as the monsoon rains bring cooler temperatures, high humidity can intensify heat stress, making it feel hotter than the actual air temperature and making it harder for our […]
The Philippine Red Cross conducted the Pilot Training for the Red Cross 143 Basic Training Course, reinforcing its flagship volunteer program initiative that aims to equip volunteers in every barangay with the knowledge, skills, and values needed by a Red Cross volunteer. Under the RC143 Program, PRC aims to organize 44 volunteers in every barangay […]
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC), in partnership with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), marked the turnover of four (4) Volunteer Emergency Response Vehicles (VERVs), at the PRC National Headquarters, strengthening its nationwide emergency response network and volunteer mobilization capacity. These VERVs are part of a nationwide emergency response network of the PRC […]
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) joined the global celebration of World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day, marking 79 years of nonstop commitment to helping communities worldwide alongside the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), and 191 Red Cross and Red Crescent National […]
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) remains a steadfast pillar in the country’s humanitarian landscape, working hand-in-hand with the government while staying true to our fundamental principles. With 102 chapters nationwide, our ability to connect with beneficiaries, donors, volunteers, and the public is not just a priority—it is a lifeline. “In the middle of a disaster, […]
The Philippine Red Cross reaffirmed its long-standing partnership with the University of Perpetual Help System DALTA as the university hosts its 50th Founding Anniversary bloodletting activity at the UPHSD Las Piñas Campus. Titled “Bloodletting: Dugo Ko, Buhay Mo – Part 15: Golden Legacies, Golden Lifelines,” the activity forms part of the university’s milestone anniversary celebration. […]
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) continues to restore independence and dignity among vulnerable Filipinos through its Mobility for Dignity program, successfully distributing a total of 147 wheelchairs across multiple locations nationwide this April.Launched in 2022, Mobility for Dignity is a flagship humanitarian initiative of the PRC that provides mobility aid to persons with disabilities, senior […]
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) hosted the “Showcasing & Walk Through with Logistics Strategic Session” in Subic recently. A pillar of the Health Stockpiling Project, this initiative ensures rapid response to public health emergencies. Teams demonstrated expertise in deploying medical tents, isolation wards, and hospital support units. The Critical assets—including vaccine refrigerators, ventilators, and PPEs— […]
The Philippine Red Cross (PRC) met with officials from the Australian Government’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade (DFAT), led by Sarah Spencer, First Secretary (Development), and Mei Nebreja Santos, Portfolio Manager for Humanitarian Action and Disaster Resilience at the PRC Tower to discuss the renewal of their long-standing partnership. Since 2006, DFAT has provided […]