NSS & REDCROSS

National Service Scheme [ NSS ]

Objective:

• Understand the community in which they work.
• Understand themselves in relation to their community.
• Identify the needs and problems of the community and involve them in problem-solving.
• Develop among them a sense of social and civic responsibility.
• Utilize their knowledge in finding practical solutions to individual and community problems.
• Develop competence required for group-living and sharing of responsibilities.
• Gain skills in mobilizing community   participation.
• Acquire leadership qualities and democratic attitudes.
• Develop capacity to meet emergencies and natural disasters.
• Practice national integration and social harmony.

Members of National Service Scheme [ NSS ]

Youth Redcross

Objective:

• To act in case of armed conflict and in peace to prepare to act in all the fields covered by the Geneva Conventions within the scope of International Humanitarian Law and on behalf of all war victims, both civilian and military.
• To contribute to the improvement of health, the prevention of disease and maternity and child care in the community.
• To educate the population on how to prepare for and respond to disasters.
• To organize emergency relief services for the victims of disasters and mitigation of their suffering.
• To promote the participation of children and youth in the work of the Red Cross.
• To promote the Fundamental Principles of the Movement and the International Humanitarian Law in order to inculcate humanitarian ideals among the population, and in particular among children and youth.
• To recruit, train and develop volunteers/personnel as necessary for undertaking humanitarian responsibilities.
• To serve the community within its jurisdiction, the state branch may initiate activities to address local needs and priorities as approved by the Managing Body of the branch.
• To ensure correct use of the Red Cross emblem, to maintain its protective value.

Members of Youth Redcross