From our volunteers - 2018

“I started volunteering at MRC in 2016, after my Standard First Aid (SFA) training. During the SFA, I realized

that this is where I belong. It was right after my SFA, I decided that is my time to give back to the community. I have undergone several trainings, including induction into the Emergency Response Team, National Emergency Response Team, Epidemic Control for Volunteers, Safer Access Framework, and the latest one was a first aid ToT.

I always had a special interest in disaster management as I have seen how people suffer during these situations. I have witnessed how many accidents affected the island, and I wanted to be a person who can make a difference. I also have an interest in health and social care as I love to interact with the elderly, and children, and help them in their daily lives. The reason why I am motivated to continue being a volunteer at MRC is the fact that I can see the change that comes to the community as a result of volunteerism

The joy and the happiness you feel inside after helping the vulnerable, is real happiness. Each and every one of you can make a difference and the nation needs more people like that. Don’t wait for tomorrow. It’s today that you should start your work.” - Ahmed Milson, Volunteer | Seenu Branch

“I have been volunteering with Maldivian Red Crescent since May 2018. I have always wanted to serve to

those who are in need. I saw how the volunteers of Maldivian Red Crescent aided those who were in desperate need of help in the Water Crisis on December 2014 in Male’. That’s when I thought if I want to help others the best place to join is MRC.

I have completed Standard First Aid training conducted by Maldivian Red Crescent in April 2018.I have interest

in first aid, ERT, and PSS services that are given as humanitarian services.

What motivates me the most is the support that I get from the Male’ Branch. It is one of the best things to do, doing something for others without expecting anything in return. Volunteering reduces stress, decreases loneliness, takes the focus off your problems, provides you with a new perspective. So after doing a volunteer work and when you have that warm feeling when things go well, savor it and consider it a gift to yourself." -
Sharaf, Volunteer | Male' Branch

I started volunteering for MRC in 2018. It was through an ERT Training which was held in Kulhudhuffushi. So far, I have attended and completed ERT Training and Basic First Aid along with it. I have my interests for all of the work that MRC does. Starting from community first aid services to other community based work that is done for people.

My fellow volunteers who make time for voluntary work, how they organize and manage themselves, are reasons that motivate me to go forward. None of our ideas being left behind is another factor that motivates me. Additionally, how much love we get from people, particularly from senior citizens is also another reason.

There are so many thoughts and feelings regarding the volunteer work. One thing is the love we get from people who appreciate the care we offer, in return for our time. For anyone who wants to take up volunteer work in communities,

I hope someone gets inspired by witnessing the adoration I receive for taking care of people, and how I can make use of the skills and knowledge that is given to us in the many trainings." - Aishath , Volunteer | Haa Dhaalu Branch