Red Vest
By The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies
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In the aftermath of an emergency, the sight of someone wearing a red vest is a sign that help has arrived. It’s a sign of hope and of comfort. In this podcast, you will meet people who have dedicated their lives to helping others. We talk with them about the complexities of today’s crises, the solutions, and what inspires them to keep going.
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Quiet Strength: During three years of conflict in Sudan, these remarkable people continue to help others despite the costs
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Apr 17, 2026 |
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Beyond limits: How volunteering opens doors and pushes the boundardies of what’s possible
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Feb 10, 2026 |
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The volunteer heart: Why are so many so driven to help others? Part 1 in a special 'Year of the Volunteer' series.
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Jan 22, 2026 |
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Climate of storms: A string of recent super storms expose the human costs of a warming world
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Nov 18, 2025 |
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Fighting hunger through the power of motherhood and fatherhood
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Oct 15, 2025 |
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Lost and found at sea: Saving lives and coping with loss aboard an ocean rescue vessel.
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Sep 02, 2025 |
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‘A month of giving’ during ‘unprecedented suffering’: IFRC’s director for the Middle East and North Africa reflects on Ramadan and acts of kindness amidst conflict and tragedy
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Mar 25, 2025 |
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Big challenges, uncertain times. A talk with Loyce Pace, IFRC’s new regional director for the Americas
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Mar 18, 2025 |
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‘I know what it takes to experience that level of vulnerability’ – IFRC’s new regional director for Africa talks about the challenges ahead
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Mar 11, 2025 |
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Unpacking trust – that invisible yet critical element – with Jessie Thomson, IFRC’s head of delegation in Türkiye
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Feb 25, 2025 |
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Speaking up for people in crisis: Unpacking ‘humanitarian diplomacy’ with IFRC’s Dylan Winder
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Feb 11, 2025 |
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The meaning of water: For Guillermo Sanchez, giving water is not just about saving lives. It’s about helping people reclaim their inherent dignity
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Dec 17, 2024 |
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Whether telling a story with photos or riding his bicycle across a continent, Brad Zerivitz says connecting with people is what it’s all about.
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Dec 10, 2024 |
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‘Climate-preneurship’: One young Ghanian’s response to the worsening impacts of climate change
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Dec 03, 2024 |
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International law expert Vasilka Sancin says humanity must seize a critical chance to get ahead of advancing technology
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Nov 26, 2024 |
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A pioneer for women in humanitarian leadership talks about gender equity in the ‘peculiar profession’ of humanitarian relief work
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Nov 18, 2024 |
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New IFRC Youth Commission leader: Young volunteers want real influence, not ‘box-checking’ exercises
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Nov 05, 2024 |
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Climate change, economic uncertaintly and the future of volunteering: IFRC youth leader takes on the hot issues impacting young people
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Oct 22, 2024 |
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‘The worst year for humanitarians’: IFRC Secretary General at UN General Assembly presses for urgent action to protect humanitarian workers
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Oct 08, 2024 |
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The ‘toxic’ hero narrative: Red Cross youth leader says calling volunteers ‘heroes’ all the time can actually put them at great risk
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Sep 23, 2024 |
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Award-winning photojournalist talks about walking with migrants through Central America’s perilous Darién Gap
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Sep 09, 2024 |
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Saving lives and saving the planet — all part of daily business for the Costa Rican Red Cross
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Jul 09, 2024 |
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Why the Ukraine conflict should change the way we respond to large-scale crises. A talk with IFRC’s former Ukraine operations manager Violaine des Rosiers
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Jun 25, 2024 |
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Born in a refugee camp in Gaza, Mohammed Alburai became a double refugee when he sought safety for his family in Slovenia. Now he helps other refugees as a cultural mediator for the Slovenian Red Cross / People in the Red Vest / Episode 9, Season 2
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Jun 03, 2024 |
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From dentist to humanitarian leader, Dr. Asha Mohammed’s passion and leadership now focused on Africa’s biggest challenges
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May 21, 2024 |
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With climate change posing an existential threat to many cultures and communities, it’s time to take the mental health fallout a lot more seriously
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May 07, 2024 |
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Part 2 of our interview with the first person to visit every country in the world without flying. The humanity of volunteers helped keep me going.
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Apr 23, 2024 |
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He went to every country in the world without flying. His key takeaway: forget the headlines, people are good.
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Apr 16, 2024 |
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‘Regardless of culture, country, creed, language or religion’ — The first woman president of the Turkish Red Crescent Society talks about the big humanitarian challenges ahead and how to ensure all people have a seat at the table
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Apr 02, 2024 |
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Local communities and youth must drive the global climate change agenda says IFRC climate champion
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Mar 19, 2024 |
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Humanitarian leaders talk about how far we’ve come in gender equity and the gaps that remain
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Mar 08, 2024 |
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Two years into the escalation of conflict in Ukraine, ‘we have helped 18 million people’ thanks to our neutrality - Episode 2, Season 2 / People in the Red Vest
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Feb 20, 2024 |
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‘I wasn't surprised, but I was still shocked’: IFRC’s new president takes on today’s toughest humanitarian challenges - People in the Red Vest / Episode 1, Season 2
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Feb 08, 2024 |
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Flipping a common humanitarian narrative about a vast, diverse and dynamic region – People in the Red Vest / Episode 8
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Dec 12, 2023 |
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A near-death experience on a motorcycle steered Xaveir Castellanos to a life helping others – People in the Red Vest / Episode 7
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Nov 30, 2023 |
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Rescued from armed conflict as a child, Hossam Elsharkawi has devoted his life to helping others – People in the Red Vest / Episode 6
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Nov 21, 2023 |
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Breaking the mold on how to finance recovery and rebuilding after crisis - People in the Red Vest / Episode 5
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Nov 06, 2023 |
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Helping fellow refugees cope with the stress of conflict, migration and starting over - People in the Red Vest / Episode 4
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Oct 31, 2023 |
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Bringing hope to the people of Afghanistan - People in the Red Vest / Episode 3
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Oct 11, 2023 |
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Planting hope amid the hunger - People in the Red Vest / Episode 2
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Sep 26, 2023 |
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From volunteer to humanitarian leader - People in the Red Vest / Episode 1
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Sep 12, 2023 |
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Red Vest - People and stories that inform and inspire
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Aug 18, 2023 |