IFRC
Organizations & Companies abbreviation · International Organization
| Stands for | International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies |
|---|---|
| Categories | Organizations & Companies |
IFRC stands for International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, an international organization abbreviation.
Global network of 191 national Red Cross and Red Crescent societies, which coordinates international disaster relief, health programs and emergency appeals, mostly outside armed conflict.
Example: The IFRC launched an emergency appeal for earthquake survivors.
Usage notes
Founded in 1919 as the League of Red Cross Societies after World War I, it took its current name in 1991. Together with the ICRC and the national societies it forms the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. The American Red Cross and British Red Cross are among its members.
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