News & Updates

Bridging Climate Science and Community: MRC and MMS Pilot Volunteer-Based AWS Maintenance Programme

The Maldivian Red Crescent and the Maldives Meteorological Service (MMS) have taken a significant step forward in their partnership by conducting an orientation on the maintenance of Automatic Weather Stations (AWS) for volunteers of the MRC Kulhudhuffushi City Unit on 23rd June 2026.

26 Jun 2026

Applications Open: MRC Madhadhuveni 4.0 – Youth Climate Innovation Challenge

The camp is open to young people aged 16–25 currently residing in Haa Alif, Haa Dhaalu, or Shaviyani Atolls. MRC will arrange travel and accommodation for selected participants not based in Kulhudhuffushi City. Participants under the age of 18 will require parental or guardian consent if selected.

20 Jun 2026

MRC Delivers Suicide Prevention Training for Maldives Police Service Victim Support

In June 2026, MRC conducted a Suicide Prevention Session for the Victim Support unit of the Maldives Police Service, equipping 23 participants with the knowledge and skills needed to provide meaningful support and care for individuals in distress.

13 Jun 2026

MRC Leadership Meets with Minister of Climate Change, Environment and Energy

On 12th June 2026, MRC President Ali Nashid and Secretary General Ahmed Shabin met with Minister Ali Shareef of the Ministry of Climate Change, Environment and Energy in an introductory meeting.

12 Jun 2026

MRC Male' City Unit joins Palm Tree Planting Activity on World Environment Day 2026

On 6 June 2026, volunteers and staff of the Maldivian Red Crescent Malé City Unit participated in the Palm Tree Planting Activity organized by the Hulhumalé Community Alliance in Phase II held in conjunction with World Environment Day 2026.

05 Jun 2026

MRC Fuvahmulah City Unit Conducts Dengue Awareness and Community Outreach

MRC Fuvahmulah City Unit volunteers took to the community to raise awareness about dengue prevention and the importance of identifying and removing mosquito breeding sites, contributing to the broader national effort to reduce the spread of vector-borne diseases across the Maldives.

04 Jun 2026

MRC Delivers Basic First Aid Training for Bharat Club Members

In May 2026, MRC conducted a Basic First Aid Training session for members of Bharat Club, empowering participants with essential first aid knowledge and practical skills to respond effectively to emergencies.

28 May 2026

MRC Delivers Y-Adapt Climate Change Training for Youth in N. Velidhoo

27 May 2026

MRC delivers Psychological First Aid Training for Teachers Across Greater Malé

26 May 2026

MRC Delivers First Aid Training for NDMA Staff

25 May 2026

MRC Hithadhoo Unit Celebrates World Red Cross Red Crescent Day 2026

As part of the World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day 2026 celebrations, volunteers from MRC's Hithadhoo Unit participated in the Children's Day Evening organised by the Addu City Council — bringing the spirit of this year's theme, United in Humanity, to life through community engagement and celebration.

20 May 2026

MRC Volunteers Support Hajj Pilgrims at Departure

18 May 2026