General Knowledge
1919, just after World War 1
What is the year IFRC was founded?
It is a reverse of the Swiss flag, honoring Switzerland, where the Red Cross was founded.
Why is the Red Cross symbol a red cross
Deploying inflatable hospitals
one of the most unique ways IFRC helps in disasters
no motive for helping other than the desire to help
What is the Principle of Voluntary Service
192 National Societies, making it the world's largest humanitarian network
How many National Societies are part of the IFRC?
It is an alternative emblem used in many Islamic countries
What is the Red Crescent
clean drinking water
IFRC most common emergency supply
does not favour any side in a dispute
What is the Principle of Neutrality
Humanity, Impartiality, Unit and Universality
What are the 7 Fundamental Principles?
the red crystal, adopted in 2005 to provide a neutral symbol
It is the lesser-known emblem alongside the Red Cross and Crescent
the donkey
the animal often associated with IFRC disaster response campaigns
It endeavours to relieve the suffering of individuals, being guided solely by their needs, and to give priority to the most urgent cases of distress
What is the Principle of Impartiality