The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement is a worldwide humanitarian network striving to alleviate human suffering during conflicts and disasters. Its mission is to protect life and health, uphold human dignity, and prevent and alleviate human suffering. The Movement is guided by seven fundamental principles: humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity, and universality. Through its diverse components, including national societies, this movement provides aid and assistance to those in need around the globe.
