Improving humanitarian action
with data & digital
The Netherlands Red Cross‘ data and digital initiative 510 aims to help every National Red Cross and Red Crescent Society in need anywhere. Our purpose is to improve the speed, quality and cost-effectiveness of humanitarian aid by creating products and services using data and digital. Read more about how we can help you accelerate your National Society’s digital transformation journey
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Unleashing the Power of GIS, Together: The IFRC Network GIS Training Platform
Continue reading: Unleashing the Power of GIS, Together: The IFRC Network GIS Training PlatformThe Red Cross Red Crescent Movement has long channelled innovation to enhance humanitarian efforts. A shining example of this is the new IFRC Network Geoinformation System (GIS) Training Platform, a dynamic tool designed to bolster the geospatial skills of National Societies globally.…
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From Satellites to Sandbags: Placing Water at the Heart of Climate Action
Continue reading: From Satellites to Sandbags: Placing Water at the Heart of Climate ActionHeader artwork: ”I am a Drop of Water” by Rojo Ham, Kigali, 2024 Water related disasters are among the most destructive crises facing humankind. To mitigate them, early warning systems (EWS) can inform communities of impending hazards in time for them to…
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Championing Digital Community Connections in Georgia
Continue reading: Championing Digital Community Connections in GeorgiaThe Red Cross is there to help. To this end, it is vital that information on how to access assistance is easy to find for affected communities. In an increasingly digital world, effective communication across multiple platforms is crucial for humanitarian organizations…
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Embracing Data-Driven Early Action Protocols
Continue reading: Embracing Data-Driven Early Action ProtocolsAs climate change intensifies the humanitarian landscape, proactive approaches are needed to lessen the impact of disasters by taking steps to protect lives and livelihoods ahead of time. To deliver context-specific early action, National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies often have an…