WORLD RED CROSS DAY

May 9, 2019

The World Red Cross Day was observed by IFRC on May 8, 2019 with the theme #Love.

About: 

  • Names: World Red Cross Day is also known as World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day.

  • Day of observance: It is observed every year on May 8.
    • The day is the birthday of Henry Dunant, who had generated the Red Cross Committee of the International (ICRI) in 1863 in Switzerland, Geneva.

    • He was born on May 8, 1828 and was also the recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize.



  • Objective: To commemorate the principles of International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

  • Theme: The 2019 theme chosen by them is, ‘#Love’ and aims to broaden the public’s understanding of the society by highlighting the diversity and universality of its work and approach.

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