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International Festival of Red Cross and Health Films - all about humanity, health and solidarity.

Established in 1965 in the city of Varna as an international review of Red Cross and health films, the Festival became a world event in the years to 1991. Organised by the Bulgarian Red Cross, under the auspices of the Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, the World Health Organisation and UNESCO the Festival gets an "A" category, the same as the festivals in Cannes, Venice, San Seba

stian, and others. Each year between 150 and 170 movies in healthcare, assistance and humanitarian idea from 50 to 70 countries participate and give the local audiences the opportunity to meet with important names in the field of cinema, art, medicine and science. Varna Festival of Red Cross and Health films became not only film event but a meeting point for the exchange of experiences between medical scientists worldwide, national and international health institutions, leaders of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent, movie stars, directors, filmmakers, film critics, journalists, cinematography and broadcasters.

21/12/2024

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05/12/2024

On today's International Volunteer Day, we celebrate our incredible Red Cross and Red Crescent volunteers, who save lives and uphold our shared humanity in every corner of the globe.

This day also provides an important opportunity to reflect on and honor the 32 Red Cross and Red Crescent volunteers and staff who have lost their lives this year while serving others.

Wherever and whenever there is a crisis, there is a Red Cross or Red Crescent volunteer ready to support those affected.

Today and everyday let's ensure the safety and protection of humanitarian workers, including our Red Cross and Red Crescent volunteers and staff, so they can continue carrying out their life-saving work.

25/11/2024

Today, we celebrate National Trauma Teddy Day, honouring the comfort a simple teddy bear brings in times of crisis. The journey began in 1990 when an NSW ambulance Superintendent saw how a teddy soothed a child in an ambulance, sparking the creation of the Australian Red Cross Trauma Teddy. By 1991, volunteers were knitting and delivering teddies to children in need.

34 years later, over a million people—children, adults, and older people—have found comfort in Trauma Teddies. A special thank you to the 600 volunteer knitters who create 50,000 teddies annually and to Qantas for their partnership, supporting the delivery of 150,000 teddies across Australia.

Trauma Teddies are a reminder of the kindness and care that can make all the difference in tough times.

12/11/2024

Every day, Red Cross and Red Crescent volunteers step up to serve their communities—even in the most complex humanitarian crises around the world. Their protection should be paramount.

When we protect volunteers, we protect hope, resilience, and the essential support that communities rely on. Together, we can .

05/11/2024

03/11/2024

02/11/2024

It’s an honour to be part of the international jury of Girona Film Festival this year. Congratulations to the team for the selection of the participating films in the competition programme. Stay tuned!@ Festival de Cinema de Girona

30/10/2024

Violence against volunteers and humanitarian workers must stop. We must

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