Saving Lives | Changing Minds
Saving Lives | Changing Minds
Branch Development Department focuses on creating strong branches and strengthening their capacity and effectiveness to respond to emergencies. The department does this through:
Capacity building: The department works to enhance the skills, knowledge, and abilities of Red Cross volunteers by providing training programs, workshops, and resources. This helps them effectively respond to emergencies, provide essential services, and carry out community development projects.
Branch Strengthening: The department aims to strengthen the organizational governance structure, and operational systems of the Zambia Red Cross Society. It provides guidance and support to ensure the branch functions efficiently, complies with relevant regulations and policies, and maintains high standards of accountability and transparency.
Program/project Implementation: The Branch Development Department collaborates with other departments within the Zambia Red Cross Society and other external institutions to implement various programs and initiatives. These programs may include disaster preparedness, response and recovery, health and hygiene promotion, community-based first aid, Covid sensitization and prevention, and other activities aimed at addressing the specific needs of vulnerable populations.
The Zambia Red Cross Society hosts over 7000 volunteers, and this number continues to grow as we expand our initiatives and programs to reach diverse communities that may face any disasters across the country. We are determined to enhance disaster resilience and response capabilities throughout the country by actively engaging volunteers as we extend our reach and deliver assistance to those who need it the most. Through collaboration with communities, government agencies, and other stakeholders, we aim to build a robust network that can effectively address the challenges posed by disasters and emergencies.
With our ongoing efforts and the dedication of our volunteers, we are confident that the number of individuals willing to contribute their time and skills to our cause will continue to rise. Together, we can create a stronger, more resilient Zambia, prepared to face any disaster that may arise.