The Indian Red Cross Society (IRCS) is a voluntary humanitarian organization to protect human life and health based in India. It is part of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement and shares the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. The society’s mission is to provide relief in times of disasters/emergencies and promote the health & care of vulnerable people and communities.
The Youth Red Cross Society of the United Institute of Technology was started in 2010. At present, more than 300 volunteers are actively involved in social activities. Youth Red Cross helps students inculcate discipline and understand their responsibilities towards their countrymen, especially the poor and downtrodden.
OBJECTIVE OF YRC
To act in case of armed conflict and in peace to prepare to act in all the fields covered by the Geneva Conventions within the scope of International Humanitarian Law and on behalf of all war victims, both civilian and military.
To contribute to the improvement of health, the prevention of disease and maternity and child care in the community.
To educate the population on how to prepare for and respond to disasters.
To organize emergency relief services for the victims of disasters and mitigation of their suffering.
To promote the participation of children and youth in the work of the Red Cross.
To promote the Fundamental Principles of the Movement and the International Humanitarian Law in order to inculcate humanitarian ideals among the population, and in particular among children and youth.
To recruit, train and develop volunteers/personnel as necessary for undertaking humanitarian responsibilities.
To serve the community within its jurisdiction, the state branch may initiate activities to address local needs and priorities as approved by the Managing Body of the branch.
To ensure correct use of the Red Cross emblem, to maintain its protective value.
LIST OF EVENTS
The Youth Red Cross Society of the United Institute of Technology has conducted a camp to identify the Deaf and Dumb children, and the identified children are sent to Free Education up to their 12th standard.
Youth Red Cross Society of United Institute of Technology also conducted Awareness Rally about “Rights for Vote”.
Blood Donation camp
AIDS Awareness Camp
Cancer Awareness Rally
Fire Safety Camp
COLLEGE LEVEL ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Dr. V. SENTHIL, Chairman,
Principal,
J.K.K. Nattaraja College of Pharmacy,
B. Kumarapalayam.
Dr. V. KISHOR KUMAR, Programme Officer,
Y.R.C. Programme Officer,
J.K.K. Nattaraja College of Pharmacy,
B. Kumarapalayam.
Dr. S.ANANDA THANGADURAI, Member,
Vice-Principal,
J.K.K. Nattaraja College of Pharmacy,
B. Kumarapalayam.
Mr. V. VENKATESWARAN, Member,
Associate Professor,
J.K.K. Nattaraja College of Pharmacy,
B. Kumarapalayam.
Mr. B.IBRAHIM, Unit Student Chairman,
III.B.Pharm Student (VI Sem),
J.K.K. Nattaraja College of Pharmacy,
B. Kumarapalayam.00
