Uganda Red Cross Society

It was founded in 1939 by a community group of women in Entebbe, then later became a branch of the British Red Cross in 1941. In 1964 under an Act of Parliament, the Uganda Red Cross Constitution was adopted bringing into existence the Uganda Red Cross Society as an auxiliary to the government of Uganda in providing humanitarian services. The National Society also works with a number of partners in the execution of its mission. These include the Government of Uganda, United Nations agencies, international funding agencies, companies and practicing sister Red Cross National Societies. == Work ==

The Uganda Red Cross Society through the Ministry of Health has been involved in a number of health relief efforts including training of village health teams, tracing contact persons, supporting safe and dignified burials for cases of viral diseases like Ebola.It is noted that the National Society played an auxiliary role in ensuring that Uganda is Ebola free == The Fundamental Principles ==

Uganda Red Cross Society operates under the seven fundamental principles that guide all Red Cross and Red Crescent movements worldwide: 1.Humanity Protection and respect for humanity Promotion of health and life Prevention or lessening of human suffering 2. Impartiality Serving humanity without discrimination based on race, political affiliation, ethnicity, religion etc. 3. Neutrality No taking sides in times of conflict or engaging in controversies of political, religious, racial or ideological nature 4. Independence National Societies must remain independent in their decision making No external influence, no strings attached 5. Voluntary Service Services to the beneficiaries are free of charge 6.Unity One National society in each country is open to all 7. Universality The Movement is global in nature == Core programs ==

The following are the core programs and interventions of URCS; • Disaster Response and Management (DRM) • Emergency Preparedness and Response • Restoration of Family Links • Supporting Communities for Resilience • Health and Social Services • Emergency health, first aid and ambulance services • Blood donor recruitment(BDR) • Water Sanitation and Hygiene(WASH) • Keep a Girl in School Initiative (KAGIS) • Pandemics and Epidemics response • Youth and Women empowerment • Sustainability These are the URCS core values: • Accountabilty • Equity/Equality • Professionalism • Responsive • Value for People == Leadership ==

The table below shows the Central Governing Board(2022-2026) At Uganda Red Cross Society ==References==