People in the Red Vest

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies

In the aftermath of an emergency, the sight of someone wearing a red vest is a sign that help has arrived. It’s a sign of hope and of comfort. In this podcast, you will meet the People in the Red Vest, people who have dedicated their lives to helping others. We talk with them about the complexities of today’s crises, the solutions, and what inspires them to keep going. read less

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People in the Red Vest Season 1 Trailer - People and stories that inform and inspire

People in the Red Vest Season 1 Trailer - People and stories that inform and inspire

Through all the great events of our times — from storms to earthquakes, pandemics or conflict — there are always those who go out of their way, or even risk their own lives, to help others. In this new podcast, People in the Red Vest, host Aleksandra Saša Gorišek talks with the volunteers, staff and leadership from the IFRC network, people dedicated their lives to helping others. You'll get to know the people who have gone into emergencies wearing that famous red vest, a potent symbol that help has arrived in the midst of calamity. Launching 12 September with new episodes every two weeks — people and stories that inform and inspire.

Planting hope amid the hunger - People in the Red Vest / Episode 2

Planting hope amid the hunger - People in the Red Vest / Episode 2

A regional leader in the fight against food insecurity in Africa, Mahabub Maalim knows first-hand the impact that hunger has on people and communities. Growing up in eastern Kenya, he’s seen how cycles of drought, crop loss and hunger have become more frequent and more severe. He’s dedicated his life to helping communities develop local solutions and he now he serves as special advisor to IFRC’s response to the current hunger crisis in Africa (now impacting 23 countries).

From volunteer to humanitarian leader - People in the Red Vest / Episode 1

From volunteer to humanitarian leader - People in the Red Vest / Episode 1

Jagan Chapagain was 14 years old when he joined the Nepal Red Cross as a volunteer. Now as Secretary General of the IFRC, he leads the world’s largest humanitarian volunteer network. In this debut episode, Chapagain talks about today's greatest humanitarian challenges and opportunities. He explains why humanitarians need to change the way they think and talk about the critical work of helping others through crisis. He also shares what inspired his own personal humanitarian journey.

People in the Red Vest Season 1 Trailer - People and stories that inform and inspire

People in the Red Vest Season 1 Trailer - People and stories that inform and inspire

Through all the great events of our times — from storms to earthquakes, pandemics or conflict — there are always those who go out of their way, or even risk their own lives, to help others. In this new podcast, People in the Red Vest, host Aleksandra Saša Gorišek talks with the volunteers, staff and leadership from the IFRC network, people dedicated their lives to helping others. You'll get to know the people who have gone into emergencies wearing that famous red vest, a potent symbol that help has arrived in the midst of calamity. Launching 12 September with new episodes every two weeks — people and stories that inform and inspire.