Alberto Bocanegra

Head of Delegation, International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies - IFRC. Follow me for humanitarian updates in Bangladesh.

[Alberto Bocanegra @BocAlberto]

Disasters don’t wait and those most at risk can’t wait either.

On #DRRDay, @IFRC & @BDRCS1 urge greater investment in local resilience and early warning systems to protect communities across Bangladesh and beyond.

#InvestInResilience #DRRDay

[Alberto Bocanegra @BocAlberto]

On #WorldHumanitarianDay, we honor those who bring hope in the darkest times. We must protect HUMANITARIANS in rising conflicts, climate crises. Protecting them means protecting humanity.
Read my Op-Ed https://t.co/pOEK2jczUg
at @dailystarnews

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On #InternationalYouthDay, I salute the incredible young people of @BDRCS1 and millions of youths of the @IFRC network worldwide.
Your courage, compassion and innovation, from villages in Bangladesh to communities across the globe, are shaping a better future.❤️
#YouthPower

[Alberto Bocanegra @BocAlberto]

Resurgence of #COVID19 and #dengue in Bangladesh 🇧🇩 is being reported.

✅@BDRCS1 & @ifrc raising awareness 📢
✅Youth volunteers are supporting dengue patients in hospitals 🏥
✅Recently handed over COVID test kits to DGHS.

Awareness, preparedness and early action save lives.

[Alberto Bocanegra @BocAlberto]

Amid rising COVID‑19 cases & test‑kit shortage, @IFRC & @BDRCS1 with @aseforg & Govt of Japan's support, today handed over 10,000 RT‑PCR kits to DGHS. This vital delivery follows yesterday’s 28,000 antigen kits. These boosts our epidemic preparedness as new variants emerge in 🇧🇩.

[Alberto Bocanegra @BocAlberto]

In times of crisis, solidarity saves lives. Today, we proudly handed over 28,000 COVID-19 antigen test kits to DGHS, Ministry of Health - a step closer to faster detection, quicker care, and stronger communities. With @BDRCS1, @aseforg & Govt of Japan, we stand by Bangladesh.🇧🇩

[Alberto Bocanegra @BocAlberto]

Today, on #WorldEnvironmentDay 🌏, we stand united for a cleaner, greener future.
Plastic pollution is choking #Bangladesh and others - but together, we can #EndPlasticPollution.
As humanitarians, let’s act now, let’s lead by example to reduce and reuse plastic.
#ClimateAction

[Alberto Bocanegra @BocAlberto]

🌱75,150 saplings
✅Thousands of lives
💚Greener future

@BDRCS1 & @IFRC distributed 75,150 saplings among coastal communities in Bangladesh 🇧🇩.
This is more than tree planting - it's climate action, community empowerment & hope taking root.
Together, we’re growing resilience.🌴

[Alberto Bocanegra @BocAlberto]

Ajmaien and 20 other specially able individuals in Pirojpur, Bangladesh 🇧🇩 received cash grants and assistive devices from @BDRCS1 and @ifrc - empowering them to move more freely, live more independently, and participate more fully in their communities. #DisabilityInclusion

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Every day, @BDRCS1 volunteers choose humanity, reaching the unreached and standing beside communities in crisis.We honour their courage, compassion, and unwavering commitment to the people they assist, the communities they serve, and the humanitarian principles they uphold.

[Alberto Bocanegra @BocAlberto]

Today, we celebrate the courage, compassion & commitment of millions who stand #OnTheSideOfHumanity.
From Cox’s Bazar to Khulna, Bangladesh Red Crescent teams show up - every time, everywhere.
Proud to stand with them. #WorldRedCrossRedCrescentDay @BDRCS1 @ifrc @IFRCAsiaPacific

[Alberto Bocanegra @BocAlberto]

Nearly a year after #CycloneRemal hit 🇧🇩, many families in Pirojpur & Khulna are still rebuilding their lives.

With @IFRC support, @BDRCS1 is helping

🏠 535 families with shelter
🚻 663 with latrines
🐄 550 with livelihoods support.

It’s about restoring dignity & hope. ❤️

[Alberto Bocanegra @BocAlberto]

Bangladesh is committed to end cholera. At National Cholera Control Plan review workshop, government, @BDRCS1, @ifrc & other stakeholders united to evaluate progress & accelerate action.
Stronger collaboration➕smarter strategies ➡️ let’s achieve cholera-free 🇧🇩.
#EndCholeraNow

[Alberto Bocanegra @BocAlberto]

Bangladesh is committed to end cholera. At National Cholera Control Plan review workshop, government, @BDRCS1, @ifrc & other stakeholders united to evaluate progress & accelerate action.
Stronger collaboration➕smarter strategies ➡️ let’s achieve cholera-free 🇧🇩.
#EndCholeraNow

[Alberto Bocanegra @BocAlberto]

Grateful to the European Union for supporting 8,000+ people affected by the July-August 2024 mass uprising events in 🇧🇩. With the MoHFW, @BDRCS1, @danskrodekors and @RodaKorset, we are committed to strengthening resilience & restoring dignity.
Together, we make a difference. 🤝

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Students and volunteers from @BDRCS1 together with Fire Service, conducted a multi-hazard simulation in old Dhaka. EU ECHO Commissioner @LahbibHadja observed and appreciated this initiative.
Grateful to all partners for their commitment. Together, we transform awareness in action

[Alberto Bocanegra @BocAlberto]

Majeda's resilience journey is inspiring!
With the support of @BDRCS1, @ifrc & partners, she has not only learned sewing but also found a renewed sense of purpose in 🇧🇩 Cox's Bazar camps.
On #InternationalMigrantsDay, we celebrate Majeda and others' incredible contributions. 🙌

[Alberto Bocanegra @BocAlberto]

On International Volunteer Day, to the amazing @BDRCS & volunteers around the🌏

Thank you
✅for your unwavering support,
✅for being our voice,
✅for your endless dedication to humanity.

You are the ❤️ of the Red Cross Red Crescent.

And, thank you for protecting humanity. 🙏

[Alberto Bocanegra @BocAlberto]

🇧🇩 @BDRCS1, @ifrc, and Centre for Disability in Development (CDD) are working together to support disaster-affected communities by addressing their unique needs.
Together, we strive for inclusivity and resilience, ensuring no one is left behind.🌍💪
#IDPD2024

[Alberto Bocanegra @BocAlberto]

We, @ifrc, in country membership and @BDRCS1, always ensure that disaster affected population, volunteers and staff everyone is safe in Bangladesh.

There is #NoExcuse for sexual abuse & harassment.

#16Days