How to become a MRC Volunteer - FAQ

General Enquiry

Discover how you can contribute toward making our community a better place by working with us to assist in the lives of the most vulnerable in our communities and  become part of the world's largest humanitarian Movement. 

How can I volunteer?

Volunteering with us is simple! To get started, just register via the MRC Hub App - Here 

Once your account is active after completing the on-boarding process, you can begin your volunteering journey with MRC and explore opportunities that suit your interests and availability. During the registrationg process, you may also register to become an active/subscribing member of MRC.

Are there any requirements to become a volunteer?

No. Anyone can sign up to become a MRC Volunteer.

To become a volunteer of MRC, you must agree to uphold and follow the seven fundamental principles of the global Red Cross Red Crescent (RCRC) movement and adhere to the MRC Code of Conduct.

I am a migrant national living in the Maldives, can i volunteer?
Yes. Anyone can sign up to become a MRC Volunteer. To get started, just register via the MRC Hub App - Here

Do i have to pay a volunteer fee to become a MRC Volunteer?

No, there is no fee to register yourself as a  MRC volunteer. You only need to register yourself as a volunteer and adhere to the MRC Code of Conduct.

Do you issue a volunteering Certificate or letter of endorsement?

As general practice, MRC does not provide a specifc letter of endorsement for it's volunteers. However, we can provide you with a letter indiciationg your voluntary contributions (hours of volunteer service), and trainings you have completed with MRC. Please contact your respective Unit Office to acquire your letter or alternatively you can email us at volunteer@redcrescent.org.mv

Volunteering at Events 

I am registered as a volunteer. Whats next? 

Once your account is active, you will have access to all volunteering oppportunities across MRC. To sign up to volunteer :-

• Navigate to the 'Browse' page on the MRC Hub App and view Events.
• Apply to events
• Please note that selection for the event is carried out by respective MRC Units organizing the event. Prior to selection, MRC Units will take into consideration your location, skillsets required for the event (Eg. must be First Aid trained to support a First Aid Service etc)
• To be up to date on avaialble volunteering opportunities via MRC Hub, please make sure to keep your notification on for the MRC Hub App. 

Unfamiliar with using or navigating the MRC Hub. Have a read through the MRC Hub Info Brochure.

How do i know if i am confirmed for volunteering events? 

Once you have applied to your preferred volunteering event & timeslot, you will receive a notification confirming receipt of your application. If you are confirmed for the volunteering event, you will receive another notification confirming your acceptance to the event. From then on, MRC Unit personnel will contact you for further information.