
Sri Lanka Red Cross Society
@SLRedCross
Followers
55K
Following
374
Media
2K
Statuses
3K
We are Sri Lanka's largest humanitarian network, acting before, during, and after disasters to meet people's needs and improve their lives. 🌟
Colombo, Sri Lanka
Joined December 2010
The @SLRedCross, in collaboration with Michelin Sri Lanka and the Sri Lanka Police, is equipping three-wheeler drivers in the Gampaha District with essential first aid knowledge and skills.
0
1
3
The @SLRedCross – Trincomalee Branch, together with the Police Life Saving Unit, organized an awareness session at Pigeon Island. The initiative focused on enhancing community knowledge and practical skills in water safety, rescue techniques, first aid, and emergency response.
0
1
1
The Sri Lanka Red Cross Society, with support from @ifrc, has commenced the first Simplified Early Action Protocol (sEAP) for Dengue with a kick-off meeting -enabling anticipatory actions based on rainfall & case data to reduce risks before outbreaks escalate.
0
1
0
As part of the Clean Sri Lanka initiative, "To Jaffna with Love – Clean Voyage of Unity" @SLRedCross first aid instructors joined the Yal Devi Train from Colombo to Jaffna, conducting First Aid sessions and empowering passengers with essential life-saving skills.
0
1
6
The @SLRedCross and Changshin University of South Korea signed two MOUs to strengthen disaster management, volunteer exchange, and education. The partnership offers scholarships, a fully funded Master’s in Disaster Management, and academic opportunities for Sri Lankan students.
1
1
3
With compassion at every step, the @SLRedCross stood beside devotees of the sacred Dewinuwara Esala Maha Perahera providing first aid, safety, and care 24/7. Our volunteers truly embody the spirit of humanity in action.
0
1
2
The @SLRedCross, with @IFRC, held a brainstorming session on air quality deterioration and heat stress. Representatives from the Dept. of Meteorology, Central Environmental Authority, MSF South Asia and NBRO discussed current status, impacts, and ways to strengthen collaboration.
0
2
7
The Sri Lanka Red Cross Society, with support from @ICRC, conducted a 3-day Camp Management training for the @SLRedCross Mullaitivu Branch, enhancing skills, capacity, teamwork, and preparedness for future emergencies.
0
3
6
The @SLRedCross contributed to the national Workshop on Hazard Mapping & Action Planning, organized by the Ministry of Health under the Pandemic Fund Initiative. SLRCS shared ground-level insights, experiences, and technical expertise in strengthening community resilience.
0
1
5
The @SLRedCross , in partnership with Fems by Hemas and United Communities, conducted Menstrual Hygiene Awareness Programs in 10 schools in Kurunegala District, reaching nearly 3,000 students to break stigma and promote menstrual well-being.
0
1
5
As the sacred and majestic Esala Perahera unfolds in Kandy, volunteers of the @SLRedCross - Kandy Branch provide daily First Aid and emergency support ensuring the safety of pilgrims, spectators, and performers.
0
2
4
The @SLRedCross – Gampaha Branch Water Rescue Unit has proven its unwavering commitment to saving lives, rescuing thousands swept out to sea in Negombo over the years. We are immensely proud of our unsung heroes, true humanitarians who risk their own lives to protect others.
0
2
4
The @SLRedCross – Batticaloa Branch provided continuous First Aid services at the sacred Amirthakaly Mamangeshwarar Temple, ensuring the health and safety of the large number of devotees attending the religious observances.
0
0
4