Red Cross: Non-Profit Organization Promoting Public Health and Safety

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Different nonprofit organizations have impacted communities worldwide due to their philanthropic activities. Their participation in combating diverse social, economic, health, and political issues is critical because it transforms societies in a desirable direction. One of these institutions is the Red Cross, which has gained significant global recognition because of the organization’s role in combating diseases and hunger worldwide. Red Cross’s presence in almost every country is a leading nonprofit organization that continues to impact people through public health-improving initiatives, safety-promoting programs, and equal opportunities for all. These elements transform the quality of life of the people within communities and restore their dignity in vulnerable conditions. As a result, this paper investigates Red Cross’ diverse components that enable it to leave impacts on communities and the opportunities for nurses within the establishment.
Influence of Red Cross Mission and Vision on Public Health and Safety Improvements
The Red Cross is one of the institutions that offer assistance to communities in times of disasters indiscriminately. An article by Kent State Online (2020) indicates that although public health is a central role of the federal and state governments, Red Cross has demonstrated its willingness to extend its services to supplement and support the efforts of promoting this aspect in societies. Its presence in needy situations is consistent with the mission that seeks to prevent or alleviate any form of human suffering during emergencies through the power of donors and volunteers. Its vision statement also strives to stimulate compassion-inspired actions that assist disaster-affected people in receiving shelter and care, strengthen communities in disasters, and improve access to lifesaving blood. This commitment enables the organization to remain alert in responding to all calamities destabilizing public safety because the mission and vision statement dictates its participation. These components have influenced the organization’s structuring to ensure that it prioritizes the needs of the communities rather than its internal elements. They have also ensured that it expands its presence in different parts of the world to ensure that it remains within reach of individuals that require urgent assistance whenever a crisis occurs. Thus, the mission and vision of the Red Cross are fundamental for its focus on public health and safety.
Diverse local and global initiatives support Red Cross’ mission and vision to advance the concept of public health and safety. While the organization has received significant contributions from diverse fronts to advance its goals and objectives, the ongoing innovations constitute one of the leading global initiatives enabling the Red Cross to achieve its mission and vision globally (American Red Cross, n.d.). The organization acknowledges that technological advancements have been pivotal in its capability to deliver appropriate services and assistance that promote public health and safety. It indicates that innovation is a fundamental initiative that fuels its mission and vision. In this context, the organization outlines the diverse areas it focuses on to leverage the power of technology, including artificial intelligence, drones, crowdsourcing, and mobile apps (American Red Cross, n.d.). These tools promote interaction, communication, and access, enabling the Red Cross to provide services to the needy. As a result, technology is an invaluable initiative that promotes the organization’s capacity to achieve its mission and vision.
Red Cross’ Ability to Promote Equal Opportunity and Improve the Communities’ Quality of Life
Red Cross has demonstrated its ability to engage communities and improve their overall quality of life. According to IFRC (2021), the organization’s robust workforce enables it to percolate to the local levels in any society. Its connectedness contributes to the subtle understanding of the community’s needs and context through the engagement of diverse groups. The organization has normalized the institution of participatory programs to ensure they are effective and boast superior local support. Such an aspect translates to improved access, trust, and community acceptance. In this way, Red Cross can incorporate all groups without alienating anyone, satisfying the concept of equal opportunities. The collaboration that such an approach stirs in societies leads to the mobilization of local and donor resources, strengthening its ability to address existing public health challenges. These elements have positioned Red Cross as a leading humanitarian organization with far-reaching impacts in communities where they offer support. It has also earned the institution a reputation as a non-discriminative entity because it prioritizes a participatory approach that considers the local people’s input. As a result, the presence of the Red Cross in disaster-stricken regions gradually translates to improvements in the quality of life of the people.
Effects of Social, Cultural, Economic, and Physical Barriers
Red Cross’ work is not always seamless and free from barriers. IFRC (2021) indicate that the organization faces diverse challenges. For instance, it can encounter social barriers while responding to crises in new settings, including its staff’s inability to understand its role or the acceptable mechanisms of engaging communities. The organization addresses these hurdles through capacity building and awareness creation to foster healthy interactions with the locals for information exchange. The body may also encounter cultural barriers such as siloed communities, language issue...