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"Now, more than ever, dialogue and de-escalation are crucial in preventing further unrest and ensuring a path toward lasting peace." — @IFRC Secretary General, Jagan Chapagain.

Join us at ACFID Conference for this interactive session: Policy ideas for 🇦🇺 to promote compliance with international humanitarian law & protection of civilians. Featuring RedR Australia's Dr Helen Durham AO, ICRC's David Tuck & AP4D's Melissa Conley Tyler. 👉acfid.arinex.one/talks/f3-6-pol…

Such a wonderful decision for the Noble prize - we must learn from the wisdom of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki survivors to move towards a world without nuclear weapons

Following the airstrike on a house in Sirbine, South Lebanon, Lebanese Red Cross ambulances teams were immediately dispatched to the scene in coordination with UNIFIL. While delivering critical support, ambulances were hit, and some volunteers were injured. This is unacceptable.

Next week, during the Statutory Meetings of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement—which include the General Assembly, the Council of Delegates, and the 34th International Conference—key issues will be discussed, including: - Climate change and anticipatory action - Locally led

I’m delighted to be nominated as a candidate by Australian Red Cross for the Standing Commission of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. It’s a volunteer role but if I am elected it would be an honor to work toward an even stronger and more unified Movement ❤️

Congratulations Dr Dr Helen Durham AO AO for your election to the Standing Commission of the Red Cross & the Red Crescent Movement 👏 After 30 years of service to the Movement, the Standing Commission will benefit greatly from your expertise in confronting the challenges of today.

A successful International Conference! I’m also honored to be elected to the Standing Commission & I look forward to representing the best of the Movement in these complex times. Huge thanks to Australian Red Cross and Pacific NSs for their support & belief in me ❤️

And this is just a glimpse of the #humanity that ripples throughout the Red Cross Red Crescent Movement. Thank you, colleagues. ❤️‍🩹⛑️

IHL doesn’t just apply to states, armed groups, and soldiers—it also extends to private business personnel operating in conflict zones. To support this understanding, we have collaborated on a resource for businesses with essential knowledge on IHL. bit.ly/3OsAcv6 ICRC

Start the new year with action and impact. RedR Australia roster member Georgina has been supporting FCOSS while working directly with Fijian women in remote communities to strengthen disaster resilience and ensuring no one is left behind.

Be field ready by February 2025 RedR Australia’s Essentials of Humanitarian Practice (EHP) and Hostile Environment Awareness Training (HEAT) courses provide a unique environment to practice and hone your humanitarian, development and disaster response skills and knowledge.

Delighted to meet with Ambassador Bolger in Amman - discussing the impact of our HEAT training and strengthening the relationship between @RedR Australia and Embassy of Ireland 🙏⁦Irish Embassy Jordan⁩

Delighted to be the guest speaker ⁦Australian Red Cross⁩ NSW Division World Red Cross day as a volunteer and member of the Standing Commission. Thanking colleagues who are on the side of Humanity across the globe and remembering with sadness those who give their lives ❤️

🎟️ Buy your 2025 Australasian AID Conference dinner tickets now! Join other conference attendees, bring your colleagues and join us for dinner at the National Museum of Australia on Thursday 4 December. Hear Dr Helen Durham AO, CEO of RedR Australia. events.devpolicy.org/20251203

Such a delight to present to the New Zealand Red Cross AGM and spend time with old friends and new. The fundamental principles that bind our Movement across the globe continue to be critical for operational action and respect for IHL ❤️

Great to be spending time with my RedR UK colleagues in London - with an excellent visit together to FCDO and sharing experiences and ideas to move forward our collective work 👍❤️

Love my colleagues as well as the humanitarian & development sectors - it’s always an honor to share & learn ❤️ linkedin.com/posts/redr-aus…

It was great to meet with ICRC Mission in Canberra and hear about the important work they are doing plus places we can build stronger collaboration 👍