The exhibition catalogue book I’ve written to accompany the new @BritishRedCross exhibition ‘Museum of kindness’. Purchase your copy from our online shop:
https://t.co/3RWCUEe4vu
#museums#history#books
Can't get down to our museum space in London?
We've created the Book of kindness, telling the story of our 150-year history, and the objects that hold memories of humanity, kindness, and resilience.
Get yourself a copy here: https://t.co/8RMjk0p4zC
#ThrowbackThursday
We are excited to launch a mobile museum exhibition celebrating the 70-year partnership between the @BritishRedCross and @Defender. Highlighting various humanitarian missions by the Red Cross in the UK and abroad. It is free to visit and located at Southbank's Observation Point.
For two days only at London South Bank’s Observation Point, we have transformed a Defender 110 into an incredible mobile museum to celebrate the 70th anniversary of our partnership with @Defender one of the longest charity partnerships in the world. ⬇
#MobileMuseum
Today marks 75 years of the Geneva Conventions, and the opening of our brand new museum exhibition; Caught In Conflict.The exhibit showcases how the Red Cross has been here for humanity during past and present conflicts, and tells the stories of people who have been affected. ⬇️
I have written a blog to share the work of @britishredcross volunteers during D-Day. Also features never-before-seen photographs from our Museum and Archives collection #DDay80
These never-before-seen colourised photos from our heritage collection vividly bring to life the incredible work done by British Red Cross volunteers during and after D-Day, in Normandy and in the UK. ⬇️
These never-before-seen colourised photos from our heritage collection vividly bring to life the incredible work done by British Red Cross volunteers during and after D-Day, in Normandy and in the UK. ⬇️
Ahead of #DDay Museum Curator @mehzebin_adam shares the memoir of Naina Cox; the youngest VAD nurse during the war, click the link to read the article: https://t.co/gv7nq99nzv
As part of Women’s History Month, Mehzebin Adam-Suter (Museum & Archives Curator) delves into the artworks by women artists in our museum collection. Exploring their invaluable contributions and their impact on our understanding of the history of conflicts:https://t.co/0MinEmD3Yb
"I wanted to do something for the women and people of my area."
Meet Josna, a trailblazing mother, inspiration to many and @BDRCS1 volunteer, helping the community prepare for disasters.
Learn more: https://t.co/wb3i4Bin3P
#UKAidMatch | #IWD24 | @FCDOGovUK | @MannionDaniels
Meet the women who are changing Barishal, #Bangladesh!
From boat taxi drivers to beauticians, caterers, to shop owners, the women of Barishal have built businesses and are turning their families’ lives around.
#InternationalWomensDay#UKAidMatch⬇️| @BDRCS1
Happy Women’s Day! I have written a blog to highlight the trailblazers who defied social norms to ensure women had a seat at the table #InternationalWomensDay
Ahead of #InternationalWomensDay, read the latest blog from our Museum Curator Mehzebin Adam-Suter on the history of women leaders at the British Red Cross.
Understanding how the @BritishRedCross is providing vital humanitarian aid to those affected by the conflict in the Middle East. Staff and volunteers continue to work day and night to bring life-saving assistance and medical treatment to those who need it most.
Dolls and toys made by survivors were gifted to Red Cross members in gratitude for their work.
Find out more about these objects in our temporary exhibition also available online: https://t.co/UX0UfeosYR
The British Red Cross played an important role in supporting Holocaust survivors who were displaced at the end of the Second World War.
We stand for humanity, and endeavour to prevent and alleviate human suffering wherever it may be found. ⬇
#HolocaustMemorialDay
On #RemembranceDay, we pay tribute to all the Red Cross volunteers who supported servicemen during the First and Second World Wars.
This weekend, volunteers from across the organisation will be representing the British Red Cross at official Remembrance Day events in London.
❗️The destruction affecting hospitals in Gaza is unbearable.
Our partner the Palestine Red Crescent Society has been working relentlessly to continue operating the Al Quds Hospital in Gaza. ⬇️
Join us at our head office in London on 17th November to learn about the 'Our Stories – Our Times' oral history project - focusing on 60 years of Red Cross history in Northern Ireland.
Book your free ticket here: https://t.co/drJqKyi4DC
The plight of those still being held hostage is a top priority for us.
We facilitated the release of 4 hostages. We are pushing to visit those remaining.
But we need the support of all those who have influence to make this happen.
Our Movement was born from moments like this. We’re here for humanity – our sole purpose is to deliver impartial humanitarian assistance to anyone, anywhere, in need.
Find out why, and how Red Cross and Red Crescent teams help on both sides of an armed conflict. ⬇
Join us at the British Red Cross in London on 17th November to learn more about the findings of the "Our Stories – Our Times" oral history project and the history of the Red Cross in Northern Ireland. Book your free ticket here: https://t.co/lBSbz6cpRa