Chairman PRCS KP Addresses Media Outreach Session on Bajaur Humanitarian Response Project
Chairman Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Branch, Farzand Ali Wazir, addressed a comprehensive Media Outreach Session highlighting the Bajaur Humanitarian Response Project implemented by PRCS in the merged district of Bajaur.
The session was held in Peshawar with the support of the National Headquarters of the Pakistan Red Crescent Society. Representatives from various national and local media organizations actively participated, reflecting strong media engagement in humanitarian efforts across the province.
Focus on Bajaur Humanitarian Response Project
The Bajaur Humanitarian Response Project has been implemented to address urgent humanitarian needs in the merged district, focusing on vulnerable communities affected by emergencies and socio-economic challenges.
During his address, Chairman Farzand Ali Wazir outlined the key components of the project, including:
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Emergency relief assistance
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Health and first aid services
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Community resilience initiatives
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Capacity building and volunteer mobilization
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Strengthening local preparedness mechanisms
He emphasized that PRCS remains committed to reaching underserved populations and ensuring that humanitarian assistance is delivered impartially and efficiently.
International Partnership and Support
The Chairman acknowledged the valuable support of the Norwegian Red Cross and European Civil Protection and Humanitarian Aid Operations (ECHO) in implementing the project. Their collaboration has enabled PRCS to expand the scale and quality of humanitarian interventions in Bajaur.
This partnership reflects the strength of the global Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement in responding collectively to humanitarian challenges and supporting local capacity.
Strengthening Media Engagement
The Media Outreach Session aimed to enhance transparency, promote awareness, and strengthen coordination between PRCS and media organizations. Chairman Farzand Ali Wazir underscored the critical role of media in:
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Highlighting humanitarian needs
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Promoting community awareness
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Ensuring accountability
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Encouraging public participation in relief efforts
He appreciated the presence of journalists and media representatives, acknowledging their role in amplifying the voices of vulnerable communities and showcasing the impact of humanitarian initiatives.
Commitment to Serving Humanity
PRCS Khyber Pakhtunkhwa reaffirmed its unwavering dedication to humanitarian principles — neutrality, impartiality, and independence. The Bajaur Humanitarian Response Project stands as a testament to PRCS’s mission of preventing and alleviating human suffering wherever it is found.
With continued collaboration between national leadership, international partners, and the media, PRCS KP remains determined to strengthen resilience, deliver timely assistance, and serve humanity with dignity and compassion.
