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Canadian Red Cross Impact On Society

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The Red Cross, founded in 1896 is one of the most well known humanitarian organizations in the world. The Canadian Red Cross hopes to improve the lives of people by provoking the power of humanity not only in Canada, but internationally. Through many programs such as disaster management, family links and first aid and CPR, the Canadian Red Cross is educating and helping people in need. The Red Cross has changed society in a positive manner by saving millions of lives without any profit. It has effectively run for over 100 years with many donors and support. “The Canadian Red Cross is one of 189 National Societies that along with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (Federation) make up the world's largest humanitarian network – also known as the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.” (The Canadian Red Cross, 2014) The Red Cross has made a positive impact on the health of the world and has sparked change resulting in social change internationally. The Red Cross has inspired people to reach out and help others. …show more content…

They do not discriminate against others, regardless of age, sex, race or class. They help others without a profit, and receive the appreciation of the public and those they have helped. The Red Cross has been effective, it has been placed in various places worldwide. The organization works for both developed and developing countries. Red Cross Canada has helped out in numerous ways. They have helped people in need through devastating disasters, like Haiti, victims of armed conflict and even the recent outbreak of Ebola. This remarkable organization helps people from emergencies, to first aid training and even meals for people with lower income. With various successful programs the Red Cross has become one of the most positive, effective programs

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