YOUTH RED CROSS (YRC)

Mission:

To ignite, engage and empower young people by equipping them with the knowledge, skills and values to promote health, safety and the values of the red cross movement so that human suffering can be minimized, even prevented and thus contribute to world peace.

Vision:

To build a generation of socially responsible and compassionate youth – the makers of the future, by providing opportunities, inculcating healthy living habits and contributing their values to uplift our society.

Objectives

• To educate and encourage youth in maintaining personal health, sanitation, and environmental cleanliness.
• To inspire young people to engage in voluntary service, especially for the sick, suffering, and those in need.
• To develop among themselves a sense of social and civic responsibility;
• To train youth in first aid, rescue, and relief operations during emergencies, accidents, and natural disasters.
• To foster qualities of kindness, compassion, leadership, and the spirit of service without discrimination.
• To promote friendship, cooperation, and peace at local, national, and international levels.
• To provide opportunities for young people to develop responsibility, discipline, and leadership skills.