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Vietnam Red Cross Society launches Humanitarian Month

The Vietnam Red Cross Society (VRCS) and its Hanoi chapter on April 28 launched the Humanitarian Month 2018, which was designed to last throughout May.
Vietnam Red Cross Society launches Humanitarian Month ảnh 1A blood donation event held as part of the launching of the Humanitarian Month 2018 in Hanoi (Photo: hanoimoi.com.vn)

Hanoi (VNA) – The Vietnam Red Cross Society (VRCS)and its Hanoi chapter on April 28 launched the Humanitarian Month 2018, whichwas designed to last throughout May.

VRCS President Nguyen Thi Xuan Thu said under the direction ofthe Party Central Committee, this is the first year the VRCS has piloted ahumanitarian month in a number of cities and localities before making it anationwide activity.

Thu noted the launch of the month is aimed at promoting gooddeeds among the public and enhancing authorities’ sense of responsibilitytowards humanitarian activities, which will contribute to easing poverty andbuilding a solidarity community.

Hanoi was selected to be the first locality to launch theone-month campaign, followed by Ho Chi Minh City and others.

At the launching ceremony, the Hanoi Red Cross Societypresented 180 million VND (7,947 USD) of funding for the building of two housesand purchase of three breeding cows for poor households. The money will also beused to help a needy child receive health treatment and buy 20 bicycles fordisadvantaged students.

The two organisations also received donations worth 4.3billion VND (189,845 USD) from businesses, individuals, and other VRCSchapters.

The launching ceremony featured several activities,including a blood donation event, which was expected to receive 400 bloodunits; a photo exhibition, a walk around Hoan Kiem Lake to promote the month,and a charity fair.

The same day, the Hanoi Red Cross Society inaugurated acharity stall at 19/52 To Ngoc Van street, Tay Ho district, to offer needypeople free clothes, medicines, and other necessities.-VNA
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