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Spanish Red Cross Marks World Red Cross Day with Record Impact in 2024

Provincial branches report serving over 26,700 people, mobilizing thousands of volunteers, and achieving employment milestones as they commemorate their humanitarian mission.

Una actividad con jóvenes de Cruz Roja Pontevedra
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Usuarios del grupo de gimnasia de la organización en O Salnés realizaron una exhibición en la plaza de Galicia. |  FdV
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Overview

  • Cruz Roja Pontevedra supported over 26,700 individuals in 2024, with key programs addressing social inclusion, basic needs, and employment support.
  • Volunteer engagement reached new heights, with 925 active volunteers in Pontevedra and 389 in Vigo contributing to service delivery and community events.
  • Employment initiatives facilitated job placements for hundreds, with 343 individuals in Pontevedra and 429 in Vigo securing jobs through partnerships with local businesses.
  • Commemorative activities, including a 3.8 km city walk in Pontevedra and open-house events in Vigo, highlight the organization's ongoing community engagement.
  • Cruz Roja Palencia expanded rural outreach, serving 7,341 individuals, 19% of whom were in rural areas, with a focus on reducing social isolation among the elderly.