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Representing National Red Cross Societies in the EU, the Norwegian Red Cross, the Icelandic Red Cross and IFRC. RT/Follow ≠ Endorsement

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Jagan Chapagain (@jagan_chapagain) 's Twitter Profile Photo

I'm in Brussels for the #EHF2025, which started today amidst escalating humanitarian needs. Today, I met with Hadja Lahbib, European Commissioner for Equality, Preparedness & Crisis Management. Together, with EU Civil Protection & Humanitarian Aid 🇪🇺, the @IFRC & National Societies, we’re helping people on

I'm in Brussels for the #EHF2025, which started today amidst escalating humanitarian needs.  

Today, I met with <a href="/hadjalahbib/">Hadja Lahbib</a>, European Commissioner for Equality, Preparedness &amp; Crisis Management. 

Together, with <a href="/eu_echo/">EU Civil Protection & Humanitarian Aid 🇪🇺</a>, the @IFRC &amp; National Societies, we’re helping people on
RedCrossEU (@redcrosseu) 's Twitter Profile Photo

🌍 Financing in Fragile Settings? Join the #EHF2025 Humanitarian Talk "Beyond Grants" to explore market-based financing in humanitarian work—boosting resilience, preparedness & sustainability. 📍 In person or online—don’t miss it!

🌍 Financing in Fragile Settings?
Join the #EHF2025 Humanitarian Talk "Beyond Grants" to explore market-based financing in humanitarian work—boosting resilience, preparedness &amp; sustainability.
📍 In person or online—don’t miss it!
RedCrossEU (@redcrosseu) 's Twitter Profile Photo

"We are currently seeing a decline in funding, yet the needs remain after 3 years. Supporting local actors and ensuring flexible funding are essential to enable rapid responses in any possible scenario," says Maksym Dotsenko, Ukrainian Red Cross Director General. #EHF2025

"We are currently seeing a decline in funding, yet the needs remain after 3 years. Supporting local actors and ensuring flexible funding are essential to enable rapid responses in any possible scenario," says Maksym Dotsenko, <a href="/RedCrossUkraine/">Ukrainian Red Cross</a> Director General. #EHF2025
Jagan Chapagain (@jagan_chapagain) 's Twitter Profile Photo

2024 was the deadliest year for humanitarian workers - 95% of those killed were local humanitarians. Today, at the #EHF2025, I once again expressed my outrage at this alarming trend & the enduring impunity. The strategic partnership between IFRC and DGECHO’s Protect Aid Workers

2024 was the deadliest year for humanitarian workers - 95% of those killed were local humanitarians. 

Today, at the #EHF2025, I once again expressed my outrage at this alarming trend &amp; the enduring impunity. The strategic partnership between IFRC and DGECHO’s Protect Aid Workers
ICRC Brussels (@icrc_bxl) 's Twitter Profile Photo

As discussions on preparedness increase in Europe, protecting civilians must remain a priority. At the #EHF2025, the Red Cross is united in emphasizing the centrality of international humanitarian law as these discussions progress - both inside and outside Europe. RedCrossEU

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We're honoured to join the Seminar on the Development of the Social Economy in Poland & Europe, today in Warsaw. Strengthening the social economy and fostering supportive ecosystems for non-profits like the Red Cross is essential for inclusive & resilient communities.

We're honoured to join the Seminar on the Development of the Social Economy in Poland &amp; Europe, today in Warsaw. Strengthening the social economy and fostering supportive ecosystems for non-profits like the Red Cross is essential for inclusive &amp; resilient communities.
RedCrossEU (@redcrosseu) 's Twitter Profile Photo

This #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek highlights the deep interconnection between mental health and social policies. Investing in social rights is also investing in the mental well-being of the whole of society. Find out how 👉 redcross.eu/latest-news/ti…

This #EuropeanMentalHealthWeek highlights the deep interconnection between mental health and social policies.
Investing in social rights is also investing in the mental well-being of the whole of society.
Find out how 👉 redcross.eu/latest-news/ti…
RedCrossEU (@redcrosseu) 's Twitter Profile Photo

🌡️ On #HeatActionDay, let’s #BeatTheHeat together! Heatwaves can damage our health. To change it, we must: ✅Build climate-resilient health systems ✅Strengthen primary health care ✅Boost preparedness

Jagan Chapagain (@jagan_chapagain) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Great to meet with European Commissioner for Equality, Preparedness and Crisis Management Hadja Lahbib. With humanitarian aid under huge pressure, the IFRC strongly values its partnership with the EU. Grounded in principled humanitarian action, we're always working together on

Great to meet with European Commissioner for Equality, Preparedness and Crisis Management <a href="/hadjalahbib/">Hadja Lahbib</a>.  

With humanitarian aid under huge pressure, the IFRC strongly values its partnership with the EU. Grounded in principled humanitarian action, we're always working together on
Hadja Lahbib (@hadjalahbib) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Cordial and constructive discussion with Jagan Chapagain. Full alignement on main priorities ahead: localisation, innovation with blended financing and further involvement of the private sector and joint efforts to increase self resilience.

Cordial and constructive discussion with <a href="/jagan_chapagain/">Jagan Chapagain</a>. 

Full alignement on main priorities ahead: localisation, innovation with blended financing and further involvement of the private sector and joint efforts to increase self resilience.
IFRC (@ifrc) 's Twitter Profile Photo

“My body simply gave out from overload.” Anna, a mother from Mariupol, shares her journey of surviving conflict, displacement, and post-traumatic stress. Today, thanks to the Latvian Red Cross supported through #EU4Health, she’s finding healing - for herself and her loved ones.

RedCrossEU (@redcrosseu) 's Twitter Profile Photo

By collecting, sorting, and reselling second-hand clothing, the Swedish Red Cross cuts waste, creates local jobs, and strengthens communities. In the implementation of the EU #WasteFrameworkDirective, economy organisations should not be forgotten. #CircularEconomy

RedCrossEU (@redcrosseu) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The IFRC & European Commission #EU4HealthxRedCross event is taking place tomorrow! The last 3 years we have provided psychological first aid to over 600,000 people affected by the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine across 26 European Countries. Learn more: bit.ly/3PPAH3x

The <a href="/ifrc/">IFRC</a> &amp; <a href="/EU_Commission/">European Commission</a> #EU4HealthxRedCross event is taking place tomorrow!
The last 3 years we have provided psychological first aid to over 600,000 people affected by the humanitarian crisis in Ukraine across 26 European Countries.
Learn more: bit.ly/3PPAH3x
RedCrossEU (@redcrosseu) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Discussing with IFRC, Bulgarian Red Cross, WHO/Europe & @EU_health about the vital role of MHPSS in supporting people affected by the Ukraine crisis across 28 European countries. #EU4HealthxRedCross 💡How can we strengthen systems’ preparedness and resilience for the future?

Discussing with <a href="/ifrc/">IFRC</a>, <a href="/BGRedCross/">Bulgarian Red Cross</a>, <a href="/WHO_Europe/">WHO/Europe</a> &amp; @EU_health about the vital role of MHPSS in supporting people affected by the Ukraine crisis across 28 European countries. #EU4HealthxRedCross
💡How can we strengthen systems’ preparedness and resilience for the future?
RedCrossEU (@redcrosseu) 's Twitter Profile Photo

What have we learnt from our 3-years #EU4Health project providing psychological first aid to people affected by the crisis in Ukraine? 🎯Tailor MHPSS to specific groups ⛑️First-line responders are vital 🌱Communities drive change 🔗Mainstream MHPSS #EU4HealthxRedCross

What have we learnt from our 3-years #EU4Health project providing psychological first aid to people affected by the crisis in Ukraine?

🎯Tailor MHPSS to specific groups
⛑️First-line responders are vital
🌱Communities drive change
🔗Mainstream MHPSS

#EU4HealthxRedCross
Birgitte Bischoff Ebbesen (@birgitteebbesen) 's Twitter Profile Photo

At the #EU4HealthxRedCross final event, we mark a milestone: 600,000+ people reached with life-changing mental health & psychosocial support amid the conflict in Ukraine. Born in crisis, this effort is a turning point, not an end. ⁦⁦🙏🙏EU One Health⁩ 👇

RedCrossEU (@redcrosseu) 's Twitter Profile Photo

“#EU4HealthxRedCross has taught us that a holistic approach to mental health — one that recognises the interconnectedness of psychosocial factors and the need for strong protective environments — is key to our wellbeing,” said Mette Petersen, RCEU Director.

“#EU4HealthxRedCross has taught us that a holistic approach to mental health — one that recognises the interconnectedness of psychosocial factors and the need for strong protective environments — is key to our wellbeing,” said Mette Petersen, RCEU Director.
RedCrossEU (@redcrosseu) 's Twitter Profile Photo

On #WorldRefugeeDay, we reaffirm our commitment to ensuring that every person seeking protection in Europe is welcomed with dignity and offered the tools to thrive. Learn how asylum reception can support inclusive societies: redcross.eu/latest-news/di…

On #WorldRefugeeDay, we reaffirm our commitment to ensuring that every person seeking protection in Europe is welcomed with dignity and offered the tools to thrive.

Learn how asylum reception can support inclusive societies: redcross.eu/latest-news/di…