The course is intended for volunteers and staff but is also open to anyone interested in learning about the work and values ​​of the Red Cross. Participants gain insight into the origins and evolution of the international Red Cross movement, its core values, and its humanitarian mission. The course also covers the goals and strategy of the Red Cross in Iceland, as well as how the organization selects and prioritizes its projects based on community needs. Special emphasis is placed on the role and importance of volunteers, and participants are encouraged to relate the course material to their own experiences and their future involvement with the organization.