Our Mission
The American Red Cross of Alaska serves the entire state of Alaska, and you can count on us to be there to help you in times of need. As a member of the local, national and international network of the Red Cross Movement, the American Red Cross of Alaska is committed to providing relief to victims of disasters and helping people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies.
Mission Statement
The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the
face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the
generosity of donors.
Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement
Humanity
The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, born of a desire
to bring assistance without discrimination to the wounded on the
battlefield endeavours, in its international and national capacity, to
prevent and alleviate human suffering wherever it may be found. Its
purpose is to protect life and health and to ensure respect for the
human being. It promotes mutual understanding, friendship, cooperation
and lasting peace among all peoples.
Impartiality
It makes no discrimination as to nationality, race, religious beliefs, class or political opinions.
It endeavours to relieve the suffering of individuals, being guided
solely by their needs, and to give priority to the most urgent cases of
distress.
Neutrality
In order to continue to enjoy the confidence of all, the Movement may not take sides in hostilities or engage at any time in controversies of a political, racial, religious or ideological nature.
Independence
The Movement is independent. The National Societies, while auxiliaries in the humanitarian services of their governments and subject to the laws of their respective countries, must always maintain their autonomy so that they may be able at all times to act in accordance with the principles of the Movement.
Voluntary Service
It is a voluntary relief movement not prompted in any manner by desire for gain.
Unity
There can be only one Red Cross or one Red Crescent Society in any one country. It must be open to all. It must carry on its humanitarian work throughout its territory.
Universality
The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, in which all Societies have equal status and share equal responsibilities and duties in helping each other, is worldwide.
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