NATIONAL SOCIETY PROFILE

The Lebanese Red Cross was established in 1945 as an auxiliary to public authorities, providing effective and efficient humanitarian assistance to vulnerable communities in Lebanon. It was admitted to the International Federation of Red Cross Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) in 1948. The National Society is the primary provider of ambulance care and blood transfusion services in the country, which are delivered free of charge to those in need. The National Society is also a major actor in the areas of disaster risk management and medico-social services. During the civil war in Lebanon, the National Society built a reputation providing neutral and impartial services to communities in the country and has continued to provide critical services during periods of unrest following the 2019 protest movement.