The Netherlands Red Cross
Welcome to the website of the Netherlands Red Cross. We are part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, the world’s largest humanitarian network.
Our National Society aims to help people in distress. Whether they are in Soedan, Libanon or here in the Netherlands.
Our organization is located all over country. Over ten thousand volunteers in 127 local departments in the Netherlands and the Caribbean ensure that no one has to face emergencies alone.
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The Netherlands Red Cross is one of the 191 National Societies of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
What we do
The Netherlands Red Cross helps people in need during emergencies, conflicts and disasters. We focus on emergency response, volunteer assistance, first aid at events, first aid training, and assisted self-reliance. We also work on ‘tracing and support’ by restoring family links, provide war aftercare and we support victims of human trafficking. Our final focus is on increasing respect and willingness to help.
How we work
We follow the seven fundamental principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. We help people in need without discriminating based on nationality, race, religious beliefs, gender, class or political opinion. Our seven principles are at the core of our approach to helping people in need and guide us in our humanitarian work: humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity and universality.
The Red Cross is here for you
Do you need help, information, or just someone to talk to? Contact the Red Cross contact center.
For Dutch and English:
Call: +31 70 – 44 55 678
WhatsApp: +31 6-57 81 34 99
Available Monday to Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
For other languages:
Send a (voice) message to our WhatsApp Helpline at +31 97 010 286 964. One of our volunteers will get in touch in the preferred language. Available Monday to Friday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
We are here for everyone, especially for people in vulnerable situations, such as newcomers, people without valid documents, or migrant workers. Our volunteers listen, provide information in you language, and help you find the support you need.
Do you want to become part of our movement?
Do you support our mission? And want to become part of our movement? We are more than happy to welcome you to the Netherlands Red Cross.
- Volunteer positions: For some volunteer positions, Dutch may not be required. Please contact us to find out if such positions are available.
- For professionals: Please make sure to check our vacancies, some of our positions are available for English speaking professionals.
Please note that our Code of Conduct (pdf) applies to all volunteers and employees of The Netherlands Red Cross. This code is in line with Henry Dunant’s philosophy and the fundamental principles of the International Red Cross. For all volunteers, our Volunteer Regulations (pdf) apply.
Want to know more about our work?
Or do you want to know more about supporting the Netherlands Red Cross? Please let us know via contactcenter@redcross.nl or +31 (0)70 – 44 55 678. Our team is more than willing to help you – in your preferred language if we speak it!
At the Netherlands Red Cross, we work hard to protect your privacy. Please check our Privacy Statement (pdf) for details about the protection of your data.
Reduce the impacts of climate change
Do you want to help communities prepare and adapt to climate change with your company?
By doing so, vulnerable communities across the world become more resilient and better prepared for disasters and climate change impacts now and in the future.
Due to droughts and recurrent floods, over 10 million people in East Africa are living in significant food insecurity. The hunger crisis has become a chronic emergency. The Netherlands Red Cross is working on solutions that can improve long-term food security in the region. One crucial improvement is distributing seeds that are more resistant to drought.
Please contact Natasja van Weverwijk, Senior Relationmanager for more information.