News & Updates

SPRING Project's Billboard Initiative

During the months of June and July 2024, the Maldivian Red Crescent in partnership with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC), with support from the USAID Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance installed billboard maps across the country, providing vital information on evacuation centers, assembly points, and emergency contact numbers.

03 Sep 2024

Empowering Island Communities: Capacity Building in First Aid and Psychological First Aid

Recognizing the vulnerability of islands to natural disasters, the Maldivian Red Crescent in partnership with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), and Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC), supported by USAID Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance has undertaken comprehensive training programs focused on enhancing the capacity of island communities to respond to disasters and emergencies.

02 Sep 2024

MRC Hub: Digitizing the volunteering experience and expanding accessibility

On August 27, 2024, the Maldivian Red Crescent marked a significant milestone in its journey by launching the MRC Hub, a cutting-edge digital platform that will revolutionize the way we connect with our communities and volunteers. Supported by the Turkish Red Crescent's National Soceities Support Fund , the app was officially launched by IFRC’s Asia Pacific Regional Director Alexander Matheou during a special event which was held to mark MRC’s 15th anniversary.

30 Aug 2024

MRC15: Celebrating 15 years of Humanitarian Service

On 16th August 2024, MRC celebrated its 15th Anniversary, the date in which the first ever MRC General Assembly was conducted in 2009 following the ratification of the MRC Act [07/2009].

28 Aug 2024

Sh. Komandoo Strengthens Disaster Preparedness with Youth at the Forefront

Komandoo in the Shaviyani Atoll is taking significant strides towards building a more resilient community, with a particular focus on empowering its youth. In June 2023, a collaborative effort between the Maldivian Red Crescent (MRC), National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC), supported by the USAID's Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance (BHA) resulted in the creation of a comprehensive Island Disaster Management Plan (IDMP).

21 Jul 2024

YABC Peer Educators Training: Empowering Youth to take Community Leadership Roles and Become Changemakers

In a bid to foster a culture of non-violence and peace within local communities, MRC embarked on a transformative journey for our vibrant youth.

07 Jul 2024

Resilience Through Community Participation – a look at the “Enhanced Vulnerability and Capacity Assessment” (EVCA) Training of Trainers

From 8th to 13th June 2024 the Maldivian Red Crescent held a 6- day workshop for “Enhanced Vulnerability and Capacity Assessment (EVCA) Training of Trainers (ToT)”. Thirty participants took part in the workshop from all over the country, including volunteers from Maldivian Red Crescent’s Addu City Office, Kulhudhufushi City Office, Male’ City Office, Fuvamulak Unit, Velidhoo Unit, Gadhdhoo Unit as well as staff from National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). This ToT is a part of the ongoing Enhancing Resilience Planning and Strengthening Community Preparedness (ERCP) project, supported by USAID Bureau of Humanitarian Assistance.

07 Jul 2024

Migration and Displacement Needs Assessment Report 2023: Launching & Dissemination Event

MRC with support from the Italian Red Cross (ItRC) and the International Federation for Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), conducted a Migration and Displacement Needs Assessment in 2022. The assessment aimed to identify the barriers migrants face in accessing basic services, recognize key service providers, and understand the overall needs of migrants in the Maldives. The event focused on sharing these findings and fostering collaboration among stakeholders to enhance support services for migrants.

21 Apr 2024

Hazard, Vulnerability, and Capacity Assessment (HVCA) in Ha. Vashafaru: Preparation in the face of potential disasters

The Maldivian Red Crescent (MRC), in partnership with the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and the Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC), funded by USAID BHA, concluded a successful Island Disaster Management Planning Workshop in Ha. Vashafaru from 25th – 29th February 2024.

15 Apr 2024

Cultivating Climate Resilience: Malafehi Nursery Takes Root in Kulhudhuffushi

Disasters disproportionately impact women and girls. Yet, their voices are often missing from the table when it comes to planning and preparing for these events. This is where initiatives like the Maldivian Red Crescent's Strengthening Preparedness and Resilience through Inclusive Community Governance (SPRING) Project come in, empowering women to become active change-makers in disaster risk reduction (DRR).

07 Apr 2024

Fathimath Himya renewed for a second term as Secretary General of MRC

On 10th March 2024, the MRC Governing Board renewed the mandate of Fathimath Himya as Secretary General of Maldivian Red Crescent for a second four-year term.

23 Mar 2024

Building Business Resilience: Why SMEs Need a Business Continuity Plan

The Maldivian Red Crescent (MRC), in partnership with the Business Cooperation Center (BCC), National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), and Asian Disaster Preparedness Center (ADPC), supported by USAID BHA recently hosted a session on Business Resilience for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) as part of the Strengthening Preparedness and Resilience through Inclusive Community Governance (SPRING) Project. By proactively planning for potential disruptions, SMEs can safeguard their operations and ensure their continued success.

19 Mar 2024