Susan Malandrino

Humanitarians Are Dying. Why Doesn’t the World Care?

The president of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies makes an impassioned plea for protecting humanitarian aid workers.

Aid worker talks about experience in earthquake zone

International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Society spokesperson Susan Malandrino joins CNN's Fredricka Whitfield to discuss the humanitarian crisis after massive earthquakes in Turkey and Syria killed more than 52,000 people and left damages that could top $100 billion. #CNN #News

Inside the Red Cross' rapid messaging response to the Turkey-Syria earthquakes

Susan Malandrino, American Red Cross communications lead, details how comms is helping to uplift the nonprofit's efforts in Syria and Turkey.

Communications in a Disaster Zone: The Stories You Choose Not to Tell - PRsay

As the world rushes to aid the victims of the earthquake on Sept. 8 in Morocco, Susan Malandrino looks back at her work with the American Red Cross in Turkey and Syria this past February. It's been several months since the devastating earthquakes rocked Türkiye and Syria, killing more than 50,000 people and causing immeasurable strife.

World's largest humanitarian network calls for Gaza ceasefire

The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) called on Wednesday for a ceasefire and unimpeded humanitarian access to the Gaza Strip, where millions of people face worsening hunger.

Live updates | Deadly strikes across Gaza as Israel makes plans to evacuate civilians from Rafah

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says he has ordered the military to draw up plans to evacuate civilians from the southern city of Rafah, ahead of an expected Israeli invasion into areas near the border with Egypt.

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CNN's Rosemary Church speaks with Kate Forbes, President of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, about the humanitarian efforts needed for Gaza.

World Refugee Day: As a former refugee, I want safety for all

Refugee from the Democratic Republic of Congo and a volunteer and board member of the American Red Cross of Utah Most refugees do not want to leave their homes. In my family's case, a volcano erupted just 8km (5 miles) away from the only house they ever knew.

This Veterans Day, Remember the Veteran Caregivers

Many veterans will spend this Veterans Day attending parades commemorating their military service. Others, concerned about the pandemic or perhaps battling PTSD, may not go out at all. But for most of our ill or injured veterans, no matter where they choose to commemorate this day, there will be a caregiver by their side.

‎Military OneSource Podcast: Susan Malandrino, the American Red Cross

Host Bruce Moody speaks with Susan Malandrino, communications lead for armed services and international services for the American Red Cross. Learn more about American Red Cross military support programs such as emergency messaging, financial assistance, the Hero Care Network and more.

Issue VIII: Bearing Witness with Susan Malandrino, Humanitarian and Storyteller with the American...

On documenting tragedy and helping through sharing stories

'The needs are great': NGOs call for more funds ahead of Turkey-Syria donors’ conference

"We have raised tens of millions of dollars, but it's not enough," Red Cross spokeswoman Susan Malandrino told Euronews, as entire cities have been completely destroyed in the devastating earthquakes that hit Turkey and Syria over a month ago.

Red Cross connects refugees with family members left behind

TUCSON, Ariz. - When refugees come to America, they are often forced to leave loved ones behind. It's a painful reality thousands of refugees face when fleeing war or natural disasters. Once these refugees arrive in America, they can spend months or years on their own.

Reaching America's Incarcerated Veterans

Long after returning home to the US, a staggering number of veterans suffer from untreated depression, PTSD, trauma and other mental health conditions, which in some cases, run deep. A connection is unclear, but some of these veterans also become incarcerated and must learn to cope with these issue

Supporting Military Families

This month, the American Red Cross is inviting people around the country to turn ‘Thank you for your service’ into action. For those with a military background or just a heart for military and veteran communities, opportunities to volunteer and support are available.

Nonprofits Try to Meet 'Staggering' Needs of Afghan Refugees

By HOPE KIRWAN, Wisconsin Public Radio MADISON, Wis. (AP) - In a garage behind the Catholic Diocese of La Crosse, volunteers sort through donations for the thousands of evacuees from Afghanistan, now staying at Fort McCoy in Monroe County. Much of the work involves opening a mountain of Amazon and Target packages.

Red Cross providing relief to millions displaced by historic flooding in Pakistan

Red Crosser Susan Malandrino speaks with America's Weather Center and the FOX Weather team about historic flooding in Pakistan.

Continuing my fallen brother's legacy by serving Ukrainian refugees: This Memorial Day, I...

Earlier this May, I was volunteering at a center for displaced Ukrainian refugees in Poland, 4,000 miles and a world away from my home, when I saw something that reminded me of my brother. Sitting on top of the yet-to-be distributed toys for Ukrainian kids was a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle toy - Michelangelo, my brother's favorite turtle and prized childhood possession.

Red Cross working to provide mental health services following earthquake in Turkey Syria region

We speak with Red Crescent psychologist Yaqeen Sikander and Red Crosser Susan Malandrino about the needs of those impacted by the earthquakes in Syria and Turkey.

How the Red Cross is providing help in Turkey and Syria

The Red Crescent, the global branch of the Red Cross in Turkey and Syria, has been on the ground since right after the area's catastrophic earthquake. Here's how they respond.

S. KOREA REACHES OUT TO BROTHER COUNTRY TÜRKIYE

IFRC spokesperson Susan Malandrino shares how the Korean Red Cross is helping those in need.

Global outpouring of support and aid after 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Türkiye & Syria

TRT World brings the latest news from around the globe, when it happens.

‘I met a man who lost 229 family members’ says trauma counsellor working with victims of the...

At the end of each long shift working with victims of the devastating earthquake in Turkey last month, Yaqeen Sikander and his team check in on each other.

IFRC President Delivers Remarks to the UN on Gaza

IFRC President Kate Forbes addressed the United Nations in Amman, Jordan on the dire humanitarian needs impacting Gaza.

World Refugee Day 2023: Three Stories of Hope Away from Home

June 20 is World Refugee Day, a day to recognize the strength and courage of those forced to flee their home countries. Trying to escape conflict or persecution, refugees seek safety across borders and often experience tremendous difficulties. Families can spend years - or decades - in limbo as they search for a better life.

Love and loss

Gold star widow Krista Simpson Anderson connects deeply with the story of Margaret Cochran Corbin, a hero of the American Revolution. When her husband, James Corbin, was mortally wounded during a 1776 battle, she took over for him, loading the cannon and firing on the British.

At a Red Cross Shelter for Ukrainians

By Susan Malandrino, American Red Cross Communications Strategist "I don't want anyone to be hungry - ever." Ljudmila said.

"This little girl's story touched my heart": One Red Crosser's Story on Helping Afghan Evacuees -...

"Helping people in need is so important to the work we do at the Red Cross," said Mikaela Khvang, a volunteer who just returned from a Red Cross deployment assisting Afghan evacuees.

New Report Links Pakistan Flooding to Climate Change

A new report by leading scientists links the recent devastating floods in Pakistan to climate change. The report, compiled by the World Weather Attribution (WWA) group, was released this week by the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC).

West Point central to family legacy

In 1991, 18-year-old June Copeland was brushing her teeth when her twin brother, Jerry Copeland, asked her to join the Army with him. Her answer? A resounding "No." After much cajoling, the two agreed to enlist together for maybe three to four years.

Afghanistan: How the Red Cross and Red Crescent are Helping

More than 124,000 people - many of whom are U.S. citizens or who supported U.S. troops over the years - have evacuated Afghanistan over the past months. Humanitarian needs in Afghanistan remain high. Conflict, extreme drought and the COVID-19 pandemic have converged.

Beyond Hollywood: behind the scenes of the real TOPGUN

Made ubiquitous in popular culture after the original film, TOPGUN pilots routinely say the days are never spent racing motorcycles and playing shirtless volleyball with Kenny Loggins’ “Danger Zone” on repeat. TOPGUN Commanding Officer Cmdr. Dustin “Perv” Peverill says the professionalism required to fly at this level isn’t what gets media attention.

World Humanitarian Day 2022: Three Red Crossers Making a Difference

Every day, the more than 13 million Red Cross workers in 192 countries make a difference around the globe. Nearly 1 in every 65 people worldwide are helped by the Red Cross or Red Crescent each year.

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"Pablo Picasso said, 'Art brushes away from our soul, the dust of everyday life.'" - Dr. Inge Guen Meet Dr. Inge Guen, a clinical psychologist and leader of the Creative Arts Program of the American Red Cross Services to the Armed Forces (SAF) unit at the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland.

Red Cross Committed to Helping Vaccination Efforts Amid Global Slide

According to the WHO and UNICEF, 25 million children did not receive their scheduled vaccinations in 2021 as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. The American Red Cross is committed to helping the most vulnerable, supporting efforts to limit transmission and quickly end outbreaks.

Red Cross Cash Assistance Brings Needed Help to Ukrainians

Red Cross officials say that behind every dollar that goes out to assist others, there’s a story about how people use it. Thus far, more than two million people have received assistance.

How One Wife and Husband Volunteer Duo are Providing Military Patients Comfort and Care - red...

Each week, service members, contractors or military families living overseas who need more comprehensive medical care than their duty station or remote operational location can provide, arrive at the Andrews Air Force Base in Morningside, Maryland.

Bangladesh: Female Entrepreneurs Take Charge

After the death of her husband, Monnuja Begum struggled to provide for her family and support her children. Thanks to a new Red Cross skills training and cash assistance program, her grocery shop in rural Bangladesh is thriving.

National Museum of the United States Army opens at Fort Belvoir

The National Museum of the United States Army opened yesterday on the Army's 246th birthday. The celebratory event featured music from the Army Band and the Fife and Drums Corps, along with period costumes. According to officials, the opening of the D.C. area's newest tourist attraction was well worth the wait.

World Humanitarian Day 2021

"Being a humanitarian means putting my talents towards the people who are affected by crisis, especially women and children who are the most vulnerable group," American Red Cross staff member Shahriar Morshed Saad said. Saad is one of many Red Crossers working around the globe being honored on August 19 - World Humanitarian Day.

Historians bring war footage to life, go viral in the process

How does something intrinsically analog, like archive war footage from more than 100 years ago, become viral in the digital age? According to historians at the National World War I Museum and Memorial, it just takes time, creativity, and technology.

Seabee builds infrastructure, resiliency in and out of uniform

Growing up on Grenada, Navy reservist and seabee Jason Lyons knew part of the island desperately needed clean drinking water.

Red Crosser Susan Malandrino has deployed to the Southern part of Türkiye with the International...

116K views, 670 likes, 93 loves, 102 comments, 109 shares, Facebook Watch Videos from American Red Cross: Red Crosser Susan Malandrino has deployed to the Southern part of Türkiye with the...

This week, IFRC President Kate Forbes visited Mexico to see how the Red Cross supports migrants.

This week, IFRC President @KateForbes_IFRC visited Mexico where she witnessed the work of the @CruzRoja_MX and their support of migrant populations in the country. "What's especially touching is the Mexican Red Cross's work with children. They call it "Apapacho" or "Hug from... pic.twitter.com/MeoPm47BEd

Women Make A Difference Today and Every Day

Today is International Women's Day. As the President of the world's largest humanitarian organization, I am amazed by the incredible things women are doing in their communities every day.

Civilians Need Protection

Civilians in #Mariupol and other Ukrainian cities need protection. The @ICRC is ready to evacuate people along humanitarian corridors. This is the role they play. ⬇️ #Thread (1/4)

It's only Wednesday, but it's been an emotional week for the #OceanViking crew

American Red Cross shared a post on Instagram: "It's only Wednesday, but it's been an emotional week for the #OceanViking crew after more than 245 people were rescued at sea. 1️⃣ A small boat in distress was spotted in the middle of the night.

2022 Sharecare Awards Winner: Pet Health

Reality TV star and content creator Heidi D'Amelio honors the American Red Cross with the Sharecare Emmy award in the Pet Health category for "Comfort and Support Red Cross Dogs Help Service Members at Walter Reed." "For more than 140 years the American Red Cross has supported military communities. At hospitals across the globe, our dogs and their handlers provide comfort and care to those who need it most." - the American Red Cross' Susan Malandrino

Armed Forces Bowl Military Family Reunion

After being stationed in Japan for a little over a year, Stephanie Terrazas was able to surprise her family yesterday on the field of the Armed Forces Bowl in Fort Worth, TX. This surprise reunion is an annual tradition that our Red Cross teams coordinate with partners, to bring a service member home to their loved ones for the holidays.

Helping families from Ukraine in Poland

As fighting in Ukraine continues, the American Red Cross has contributed $10 million dollars to the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) to help alleviate the suffering caused by this devastating crisis. This support allows the Red Cross network to provide lifesaving aid to those in need — both in the country and in neighboring areas.

Deploying Internationally with the Red Cross

Meet Theodore “Theo” Baldwin III. He’s an Air Force veteran who serves on our Service to Armed Forces (SAF) team and just returned from a 4-month deployment in Romania.

United Together, Helping Those in Need

Military Families faced numerous challenges over the past year. Through it all, the American Red Cross Service to the Armed Forces was there to help in ways big and small by providing relief and resources to service members, veterans their families and caregivers. During 2021 alone, our Hero Care Network served more than 200,000 families with our emergency messages, financial assistance, deployment briefs and more.

Our Journey to Hungary

"Our journey out of Ukraine last year was long and my daughter got sick with a terrible fever. We had to spend three days in Lviv. It was very stressful. When I arrived in Hungary, I didn’t know where to go or what to do. My daughter was just a baby when we fled Kharkiv in the spring. It’s been almost a year and she’s a big girl now. I feel good here at this Red Cross shelter. Without the Red Cross, I wouldn’t have known what to do.

Why Work for Service to the Armed Forces

For nearly 140 years, the American Red Cross has supported the United States military in conflict zones and other complex settings around the globe. We support service members and military-connected families by relaying urgent messages relating to the health and wellness of their family members and extended families.

Conflict in Ukraine: How the Red Cross is Helping

As the war in Ukraine intensifies, Red Cross teams are doing what they can to help people in need. Here's a look into the ongoing international response: 🇺🇦 Ukrainian Red Cross (Червоний Хрест України) volunteers are providing medical aid, sheltering, and distributing necessities to the vulnerable and wounded. 🇭🇺 Hungarian Red Cross (Magyar Vöröskereszt) volunteers are currently sending kits with supplies to Ukraine. 🇵🇱 The Polish Red Cross (Polski Czerwony Krzyż (PCK)) is assisting...

Red Cross Dogs: Comfort and Support

At Walter Reed National Military Medical Center and at veteran and military hospitals around the globe, Red Cross teams are on the ground to offer comfort. Through our animal visitation program, trained dogs support wounded our ill service members, veterans, their families, caregivers and medical staff. With the wag of their tails, these furry friends open hearts and promote healing to those who need it most.

Answering Questions About Red Cross and Neutrality

There are a lot of questions about the International Committee of the Red Cross President's meeting with the Russian Minister of Foreign Affairs, what it means, and how we're involved. Here's what you should know: First, ICRC and the American Red Cross are not the same organization. There are Red Cross/Red Crescent societies in 192 countries. We share the same fundamental principles and are independent parts of the same Movement. In conflict situations, ICRC takes the lead and directs the...

Red Cross Provides Comfort at Joint Base Andrews

At Joint Base Andrews just outside of Washington D.C, Red Cross volunteers assist soldiers and military families arriving from overseas in need of comprehensive medical care. By offering a drink, warm meal, necessities or simply a smile, these volunteers show that they care.

Türkiye Earthquakes: 6 Month Report

Support Military Families in Honor of Military Appreciation Month

In support of Military Appreciation Month, the American Red Cross is inviting people around the country to turn 'Thank you for your service' into action. For those with a military background or just a heart for military and veteran communities, opportunities to volunteer and support are available.

Ukraine Crisis: 1 Year Later

Ukraine Humanitarian Crisis 6-Month Report

It has been six months since the escalation of conflict in Ukraine and the human costs continue to mount. People have left everything behind to escape with their lives, thousands of civilians have been killed and injured, and many are in urgent need of protection.

2022 Annual Report

Ukraine Humanitarian Crisis 3-Month Report

Three months since the conflict intensified in late February, more than 6 million people living in Ukraine have sought refuge in nearby countries, and up to 18 million people need humanitarian assistance. Powered by the generosity of compassionate donors, the American

Koizumi Fund Supports American Red Cross Service to the Armed Forces with $1.5 Million Donation

The American Red Cross recognizes the Koizumi Fund for supporting Red Cross Service to the Armed Forces with a gift of $1.5 million. The donation will help enable the organization to provide emergency communications, critical community services, hospital programs and mental wellness support to service members, veterans, their families and caregivers.

December 2020

WHEW, WE MADE IT TO THE LAST MONTH OF 2020. I don’t know about you all, but this year has felt more like a decade. One thing military families are known for is resilience and, boy, have we needed it to face the challenges of this year. Speaking of challenges, this is our annual deployment issue and nothing says challenge like facing deployment with the additional COVID-related hurdles in our lives at the moment.

January 2021

Every year, January feels like a gift. As I take down the holiday decorations and clean the house, I love the physical act of clearing away clutter, tidying up and starting anew with a blank slate. And now that 2021 is finally here, things already feel lighter. As military families, we are aware that we must make every moment count. With that pending deployment or the next PCS around the corner, the uncertainty of military life forces us to live in the moment in many ways. I dare you to...

February 2021

This month is our annual travel issue. And after the last year, I’m sure we are all imagining getting out there and seeing the world again. One of the blessings of military life is that it takes us to new places, pushes our boundaries, and expands our horizons in ways we never thought possible. During my time as a military spouse, our family has been stationed in six different locations, including several OCONUS tours. The experience of new people, cities, towns, and cultures was life...

March 2021

Have you ever met someone and just wanted to hug them? Spoiler alert: this happens to me a lot. When I met June Copeland and her three daughters — June Alyxandra, Jasmyn, and Jeilyn — earlier this year, I wanted to embrace all four of them. Considering the pandemic, I reluctantly refrained. During our interview, we were supposed to talk about their experiences at West Point but I learned so much more. It isn’t just this family’s warmth, respect for each other, and drive that is so...

April 2021

Make no mistake, PCSing is hard. Just when you settle in, it’s time to pack up again. Isn’t this the refrain of this military life? “As a military spouse, you make a friend, you leave a friend,” says military blogger Noelle Boyer says of the military lifestyle. I love that thought. Yes, this is hard but we can do hard things. We have a community like no other to help along the way. Good luck with your upcoming move. If you’re not PCSing this year, connect with those who are — lend a hand,...

2021 College Guide

In this guide, we also explore some of the key tools needed to succeed in your education goals, including tips for thriving in a virtual classroom and choosing to make a career transition from enlisted to officer. What we hear over and over from students is, the need for structure and a culture that motivates. Villanova University stands as an example of that, according to current students we spoke with. Learn more on page 8 about how a Marine veteran and current airman found a campus climate...

May 2021

Spending time with Gold Star widow Krista Simpson Anderson was more than a gift. It was an inspiration that moved me to my core. Krista is a force of a human being. She’s strong, kind, warm, self-deprecating and unbelievably funny. As the co-founder of The Unquiet Professional, she’s dedicated her life to helping military families in times of need. When Krista told me that she feels overwhelming gratitude for the kindness she’s seen as a widow, I was floored. “Someone told me, ‘there’s...

2021 Insurance Guide

In this issue, we talk to families who have lived through PCS horror stories and come out stronger on the other side. After arriving in Japan, the Coates family found out that the truck carrying their belongings caught on fire. It’s not just urban legend; these things happen. The Coates learned that nothing was salvaged from the fire. With a steely spine, they got on with it. They filed claims and picked up the pieces. Renter’s insurance was a huge help to them during a tremendously...

July 2021

Now that life is getting back to normal and movies will again premiere on the big screen, we are taking you behind the scenes of the real TOPGUN in advance of the release of “Top Gun: Maverick.” We found that like the movies, the jets do fly at 700 miles per hour. Unlike the movies, there is scant evidence of shirtless volleyball with “Danger Zone” on repeat. Instead, we discovered that the pilots are putting in the hard work and meticulous dedication to be “the best of the best.” July...