Corrie Butler

Runs communications for International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies in Europe. Canadian🇨🇦 Updates at @IFRC

[Corrie Butler @CorButler]

Ukraine is heading into one of its hardest winter yet.
Blackouts, colder forecasts and shrinking resources are putting millions at risk.

@RedCrossUkraine and @IFRC network are scaling up support people who need it: https://t.co/Nls8d0UonN

[IFRC @ifrc]

As winter approaches, millions in Ukraine are facing another season without reliable heat, power, or access to basic necessities. @IFRC teams and the @RedCrossUkraine are working around the clock to provide cash assistance, essential equipment, and psychosocial support, but the needs continue to grow.

“People are exhausted. Some have no central heating, no gas for cooking - it’s a race for survival. This winter is not going to be a usual winter; it’s going to be very tough.” - Victor Nyambala, IFRC Operations Manager

Support is urgently needed to help families stay warm, safe, and resilient through the months ahead.

[Corrie Butler @CorButler]

"Many families now need to choose - warmth, food, medicine." Compounding pressures of rolling blackouts, colder weather and rising costs mean this could be Ukraine’s toughest winter.

Hearing first hand from Diana Hohol, at @IFRC on the latest weekly news podcast.🎙️👇

[IFRC @ifrc]

🌍 IFRC Weekly News – Episode 04 🎙️

This week, we turn to Ukraine.

As winter closes in, communities already exhausted by nearly three years of conflict are bracing for what may be their hardest season yet. Relentless attacks, rolling blackouts, and dropping temperatures are leaving millions in the dark and cold.

🎧 Listen to the full episode wherever you get your podcasts

Spotify: https://t.co/W90LpgvDiZ
Apple: https://t.co/G3cXaBl4im

[Xavier Castellanos @Xcastel]

@ifrc
IFRC-DREF is a fast and flexible humanitarian financing mechanism used for hurricanes, earthquakes, floods, epidemics, and population movements. The first lifeline when speed is everything.

[IFRC @ifrc]

"The climate crisis is also a humanitarian crisis," @IkkalaNinni, the @IFRC climate change lead, told reporters in Geneva on Tuesday, ahead of #COP30.

She stressed that Red Cross and Red Crescent teams are responding daily to "more frequent floods, droughts, heatwaves and storms" placing lives, livelihoods, health, and food and water security under threat. https://t.co/AucUQB3t6o

[Nena Stoiljkovic @NenaStoiljkovic]

The IFRC-DREF is one of the most localized pooled funds in the humanitarian sector, a trusted, transparent way to support local actors.

Grateful to the members of the DREF council who met earlier today. Their commitment & support are key in further expanding @IFRC_DREF’s reach.

[IFRC @ifrc]

Want to know how life-saving aid reaches people within hours of a disaster?

The IFRC’s Disaster Response Emergency Fund @IFRC_DREF is fast, transparent, and effective. Supporting local Red Cross and Red Crescent teams when it matters most.

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[IFRC @ifrc]

Last week we launched the Africa Zero Hunger: United for Durable Solutions campaign.

This is not aid-as-usual - it's built by communities, powered by women and youth, and designed to last.

48 National Societies.

One vision: dignity, resilience, and food justice.

The campaign is live - follow along and add your voice.
#AfricaZeroHunger #UniteForZeroHunger #IFRC

[Birgitte Bischoff Ebbesen @BirgitteEbbesen]

Yesterday the rescue ship, Ocean Viking, managed by @SOSMedIntl & @ifrc came under fire in the Mediterranean. 87 rescued people and our humanitarian staff were on board. Humanitarians are #Notatarget.

[SOS MEDITERRANEE @SOSMedIntl]

📢Today is the #WorldHumanitarianDay.

Our @ifrc and @SOSMedIntl crew onboard Ocean Viking, coming from all around the globe, stands together for the life-saving mission we pursue in the Central Mediterranean.
Listen to what drives their humanitarian commitment.

[IFRC @ifrc]

Humanitarian workers must be protected. For the sake, quite simply, of humanity.

This #WorldHumanitarianDay we renew our calls louder:

- Respect: States must uphold international laws to protect humanitarians.
- Prevent: Immediate action from authorities to prevent further attacks.
- Accountability: There must be respect for those who died through consequences for those who killed them. Impunity in any place breeds impunity in every place.
- Support: Donors and organizations must invest in the safety and protection of all humanitarians– including training, protective equipment and insurance.

Together, we must #ProtectHumanity.

[IFRC @ifrc]

"Despite all the dangers we face, we have never thought of stopping our service or duties. No matter the fears and challenges, we are determined to continue our work and our service." - Sami Al-Emari, @PalestineRCS paramedic officer

Lately, attacks on humanitarian workers have risen at an alarming rate. Local humanitarians are the first to respond in any crisis, yet they are also the ones who bear the overwhelming brunt of violence and loss.

This #WorldHumanitarianDay, we stand in solidarity to demand the protection of humanitarian workers, both volunteers and staff. States must uphold international laws to protect humanitarians.

We must #ProtectHumanity.

[Corrie Butler @CorButler]

Fires in Turkiye have forced tens of thousands to evacuate. Turkish @RedCrescent @Kizilay are providing critical support to communities affected and first responders.

[Türk Kızılay @Kizilay]

Ülkemizin dört bir yanında orman yangınlarına karşı canı pahasına mücadele eden kahramanların gözlerinde; bir yanda kararlılık, diğer yanda tarifsiz bir yorgunluk var. Çok iyi biliyoruz ki bu fedakârlık, aziz vatanımızın ciğerleri için. 🇹🇷

Bu zorlu mücadelenin en büyük destekçilerinden biri olarak sıvı, gıda ve temel ihtiyaç desteğimizle ekipleri yalnız bırakmıyor daima bir adım geride bekliyoruz.

Çünkü bazen en büyük güç,
sessizce uzatılan bir iyilik olur.

[Corrie Butler @CorButler]

Spanish Red Cross teams are supporting communities affected by the heatwaves:
🥤Stay hydrated
☀️Avoid intense sun
🫶Take care of the most vulnerable people.

[Cruz Roja Española @CruzRojaEsp]

Iniciamos la campaña "En guardia contra el calor" con consejos para hidratarse, evitar el sol intenso y cuidar a las personas más vulnerables.

Vía: @diariodeleon

[Corrie Butler @CorButler]

🔥 Tens of thousands have evacuated. Lives have been lost. Europe is facing deadly heatwaves and wildfires.

The @IFRC Network is supporting people affected but we must shift from reacting to preparing.

Link to our latest press release: https://t.co/QRQ74xuK53

[IFRC @ifrc]

Across Europe, many regions are facing record-breaking temperatures and severe heatwaves.

Here's how our @IFRC network teams are helping people stay safe as heatwaves sweep through the region.

Together, we can #BeatTheHeat.

[Birgitte Bischoff Ebbesen @BirgitteEbbesen]

The heatwave sweeping Europe is putting lives at risk, especially of older and homeless people, outdoor workers and those in fire-prone areas.

Red Cross & Red Crescent volunteers are supporting communities with health advice, food, water, and first aid.

Stay cool. Stay safe.⛱️

[Corrie Butler @CorButler]

Helping even our furry friends 🐶 affected by the wildfires in Greece.

@greekredcross is providing vital support to communities as thousands evacuate from the fires.

[Ελληνικός Ερυθρός Σταυρός - Hellenic Red Cross @greekredcross]

Οι εθελοντές του Ελληνικού Ερυθρού Σταυρού προσφέρουν στιγμές δροσιάς στον τρομαγμένο τετράποδο φίλο μας που εντόπισαν τρομαγμένο στις εκκενωμένες κατοικίες στο Πικέρμι.

Σας ευχαριστούμε εθελοντές 🙏🙏🙏

#πυρκαγια #φωτια #ραφηνα
#πικερμι #hellenicredcross

[Birgitte Bischoff Ebbesen @BirgitteEbbesen]

Battling wildfires all night long 🔥

Since last night, the volunteers of the Hellenic Red Cross have been supporting firefighters and communities on the island of Chios raged by wildfires.

Thank you for being by the side of people in need 🙏

[Corrie Butler @CorButler]

Europe is facing widespread heatwaves and wildfires🔥. Heat risks are preventable with early action.

The @IFRC Network is mobilizing. Teams are providing safety tips, checking on the most vulnerable and supporting efforts to battle wildfires. #BeatTheHeat