As a key actor in Disaster Risk Management in Ethiopia, the Ethiopian Red Cross Society (ERCS) continues to implement anticipatory action interventions, including the ongoing project “Strengthening Institutional Disaster Preparedness in Ethiopia” funded by DG ECHO.
Anticipatory actions aim to prevent or mitigate the impact of predicted hazards - saving lives and livelihoods before a crisis fully unfolds - while reducing pressure on already stretched humanitarian resources.
From 8th to 10th April 2025, ERCS conducted a training on anticipatory action for over 20 participants drawn from ERCS, EDRMC, and various regional bureaus (including Agriculture and Health) from Tigray, Somali, and Afar regions. The training aimed to build the knowledge and capacity of participants—most of whom were government representatives - to support the advancement of anticipatory action efforts in their respective regions, where such initiatives are still in their early stages.
Anticipatory actions aim to prevent or mitigate the impact of predicted hazards - saving lives and livelihoods before a crisis fully unfolds - while reducing pressure on already stretched humanitarian resources.
From 8th to 10th April 2025, ERCS conducted a training on anticipatory action for over 20 participants drawn from ERCS, EDRMC, and various regional bureaus (including Agriculture and Health) from Tigray, Somali, and Afar regions. The training aimed to build the knowledge and capacity of participants—most of whom were government representatives - to support the advancement of anticipatory action efforts in their respective regions, where such initiatives are still in their early stages.
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“ይህ አምቡላንስ ባይኖር ኖሮ አደጋ ይፈጠር ነበር፡፡”
“If this ambulance hadn’t been available, it would’ve been very difficult.”👇
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“If this ambulance hadn’t been available, it would’ve been very difficult.”👇
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In response to the urgent needs of families affected by recent natural disasters, the Ethiopian Red Cross Society (ERCS), with support from DG ECHO Fund, distributed 633 tarpaulins to displaced families from Dulcha district and the Kesem Sugar Factory area. These families were forced to flee their homes due to an earthquake and severe windstorms that struck Addis Raey and Daido IDP camps in Zone 3, Afar Region, in late March 2025 - leaving many without adequate shelter.
Additionally, through the Earthquake Response DREF project supported by the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), ERCS provided support to 2,000 earthquake-affected households residing across seven IDP camps - three in Zone 3 of the Afar Region and four in East Shewa Zone of Oromia Region.
The distributed items included: tarpaulins, sleeping mats, blankets, kitchen sets, jerrycans, water treatment chemicals, buckets, and dignity kits.
ERCS remains committed to reaching the most vulnerable and ensuring dignity and protection in times of crisis.
Additionally, through the Earthquake Response DREF project supported by the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), ERCS provided support to 2,000 earthquake-affected households residing across seven IDP camps - three in Zone 3 of the Afar Region and four in East Shewa Zone of Oromia Region.
The distributed items included: tarpaulins, sleeping mats, blankets, kitchen sets, jerrycans, water treatment chemicals, buckets, and dignity kits.
ERCS remains committed to reaching the most vulnerable and ensuring dignity and protection in times of crisis.
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The Ethiopian Red Cross Society (ERCS) and Austrian Red Cross (AuRC) Delegation in Ethiopia had the honor of welcoming representatives from the Austrian Development Cooperation (ADC) for their first official visit to the ERCS. The visit marked a warm reception for Mr. Michael Fink, the new Head of the Austrian Development Agency (ADA) in Ethiopia, and Mr. Debebe Digafe, Program Manager at ADA.
The visit featured productive discussions and a presentation by Mr. Temesgen Abebe, AutRC Country Representative, highlighting joint projects and future plans. The delegation expressed appreciation for the warm welcome and strong spirit of collaboration — laying the groundwork for even stronger partnerships ahead.
The visit featured productive discussions and a presentation by Mr. Temesgen Abebe, AutRC Country Representative, highlighting joint projects and future plans. The delegation expressed appreciation for the warm welcome and strong spirit of collaboration — laying the groundwork for even stronger partnerships ahead.
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ICRC President Urges Stronger Action to Protect Civilians in Armed Conflict
In a powerful address to the UN Security Council on 22 May 2025, ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric called for urgent political action to uphold international humanitarian law (IHL) and protect civilians in armed conflict.
Highlighting the alarming rise in violations and the growing number of conflicts globally, she emphasized that “the survival of lifesaving rules cannot be taken for granted—they must be defended and prioritized.”
President Spoljaric urged global leaders to end double standards and ensure that all parties to conflict respect the Geneva Conventions, stressing that “peace starts with protecting human dignity, even in war.”
ERCS stands with the ICRC and all partners in reaffirming the critical importance of IHL and ensuring that humanitarian principles are upheld in all circumstances.
#HumanityInWar #GenevaConventions #ProtectCivilians #ERCS #ICRC #IHL
In a powerful address to the UN Security Council on 22 May 2025, ICRC President Mirjana Spoljaric called for urgent political action to uphold international humanitarian law (IHL) and protect civilians in armed conflict.
Highlighting the alarming rise in violations and the growing number of conflicts globally, she emphasized that “the survival of lifesaving rules cannot be taken for granted—they must be defended and prioritized.”
President Spoljaric urged global leaders to end double standards and ensure that all parties to conflict respect the Geneva Conventions, stressing that “peace starts with protecting human dignity, even in war.”
ERCS stands with the ICRC and all partners in reaffirming the critical importance of IHL and ensuring that humanitarian principles are upheld in all circumstances.
#HumanityInWar #GenevaConventions #ProtectCivilians #ERCS #ICRC #IHL
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