New Delhi (NVI): On World Red Cross Day this year, the Red Cross society honours the selfless contribution of COVID-19 health workers and volunteers.
This day is observed on May 8 every year, to celebrate the principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement across the globe.
The Day is celebrated to pay tributes to the Red Cross volunteers and staff for their contribution in helping the society and people in need.
International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies mentioned in a tweet, “It’s already World Red Cross Red Crescent Day in some countries around the (globe)!! Today and every day let’s #KeepClapping for all volunteers and staff worldwide responding to COVID-19.”
It's already World Red Cross Red Crescent Day in some countries around the ?!! Today and every day let's #KeepClapping ? for all volunteers and staff worldwide responding to COVID-19. pic.twitter.com/M8G3qD6MS4
— IFRC (@ifrc) May 7, 2020
The main aim of the Red Cross Society is to inspire, initiate and encourage all kinds of humanitarian activities at all times and under all circumstances and to protect life and health.
The day also observes the birth anniversary of Henry Dunant, who was born on May 8, 1828. He was the founder of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the recipient of the first Nobel Peace Prize.
All around the globe, people donate blood on this day. Due to the current scenario, as the world is witnessing coronavirus outbreak, no big celebration will be organized this year.
Meanwhile, several online programs for celebration have been organised by several Red Cross societies.
