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Become a friend of humanity
Friends of humanity are monthly donors that support all humanitarian and reconstruction work of the Red Cross. The donations are divided equally between domestic and international projects.
Domestically, Friends of humanity support harm reduction services, civil protection services, support for refugees, the Helpline 1717 and the online chat 1717.is.
Internationally, Friends of humanity support the work of national societies to improve living conditions in their respective countries, emergency responses in areas affected by conflict or natural disasasters, as well as long term development cooperation in various places, including Malawi and Sierra Leone.
Apply for a volunteer job at the Icelandic Red Cross
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One of our foundations is a diverse group of volunteers that represent the community and gives us the strength and possibility to work on our projects. We emphasize community engagement and provide volunteers with the tools and knowledge they need.
Courses and events
See all eventsBasic course Water safety and rescue: Part 1 - Lifeguard remote course ENGLISH
The course is part of the basic course for Lifeguards.
4-hour First Aid Course in English - Víkurhvarf Kópavogur
The course is intended for anyone aged 14 or older who wants to learn first aid and CPR and gain the safety, skills and knowledge to provide assistance to bystanders in an emergency by applying simple first aid techniques.
Continuing education Water Safety and rescue ENGLISH - Reykjavík
Continuing education for those who have previously completed a basic course in Safety and rescue for lifeguards, swimming instructors and swimming coaches at swimming and bathing facilities.
What we do
Refugees and migrants
The Icelandic Res Cross provides various services to refugees, f.ex. guiding friend, language training, recreational fund and more.
Clothing stores
We run stores all over Iceland that sell everything from high couture to linens, toys and more. Click here for locations of our stores.
Tracing services
Icelandic Red Cross is part of the Restoring family links network and is the focal point for family reunification in Iceland. Please note that our services are open to all nationals and free of charge.
International programs
The Icelandic Red Cross is committed to providing technical input to ensure quality operations. We focus on areas where we have built expertise to provide added value and expert support to our partners.
Disaster and emergency services
Mass care centers are opened during crisis and disasters to offer shelter, food, clothing and psychosocial support.
Network after imprisonment
There are many things to keep in mind when imprisonment ends and it is important to have support when such a major change occurs. It can be good to have support and guidance. For that we have the project Network after imprisonment.
Clothing center
Icelandic Red Cross runs a clothing sorting center and has clothing containers all over. Click here for information on locations.
Psychological first aid
The Red Cross provides education in psychological support and provides psychological support after major accidents and catastrophes.
Harm reduction
The projects offer clean injection equipment, condoms and advice on safe injection methods in order to prevent bloodborne diseases such as HIV and Hepatitis C.
First aid
The Icelandic Red Cross supervises the teaching of first aid in the country. It trains instructors, supplies the material to be taught and makes sure the subject is taught by the most up to date methods.
Social isolation
The friendship projects of the Icelandic Red Cross take a variety of forms, but all have the common goal of reducing social isolation.
Our online training courses
IFRC Learning Platform
Sign up to the IFRC Learning Platform to join our humanitarian education community of practice and access our wide range of free online learning courses open to National Society staff and volunteers, partners and the public. Please note that to gain access to training courses created by the Icelandic Red Cross you must choose Iceland under the Division field. The Learning Platform is open to all.
Red Cross all over Iceland
The Icelandic Red Cross has branches all over Iceland that work according to our strategy in disaster services, with migrants, in health projects, clothing projects and more.
Donate
Support our humanitarian work and make a difference.
Gifts for humanity
Running late for a birthday? Do you know someone who has it all but deserves the best? Give a well thought out gift.
Online Red Cross shop
Shop high couture, gift certificates, first aid producst and more.