Humanity in Action Across Africa
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African Red Crescent Society — Humanity in Action Across Africa. Saving lives, protecting dignity and strengthening communities through food assistance, shelter, clean water, healthcare and support for vulnerable families.
Across AfricaEmergency Relief
Across AfricaFood & Nutrition
Across AfricaHealth Services
Across AfricaWater & Sanitation
Across AfricaCommunity Resilience
What we do

Humanitarian work
that reaches people.

Our programmes respond to urgent needs while helping communities build the capacity, dignity and resilience needed for lasting recovery.

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Emergency & Disaster Response

Rapid, needs-led assistance for communities affected by disasters, conflict and displacement.

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Food & Nutrition Assistance

Emergency food support and nutrition interventions for vulnerable families and children.

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Healthcare & Medical Aid

Essential health services, medical supplies and community health support where access is limited.

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Water, Sanitation & Hygiene

Safe water, sanitation facilities and hygiene promotion for healthier communities.

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Shelter & Family Support

Protection, emergency shelter and practical support for displaced and vulnerable families.

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Preparedness & Resilience

Community preparedness, climate resilience, youth engagement and sustainable livelihoods.

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Human dignity is at the heart of every response, every partnership and every community we serve.

Our humanitarian commitment

Our purpose

Acting with compassion, neutrality and solidarity.

ARCS brings together humanitarian actors and communities across Africa to coordinate responsible action, strengthen local capacity and serve people affected by crisis without discrimination.

Protect life and dignity
Strengthen local leadership
Respond to urgent needs
Build resilient communities
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A stronger humanitarian network for Africa.

Join ARCS as a member, volunteer, technical partner or supporter and help extend principled humanitarian action across the continent.