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PRCS KP Conducts First Aid Simulation Exercise on Mass Casualty Incident in Swat

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The Pakistan Red Crescent Society Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (PRCS KP), with the support of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and in collaboration with Rescue 1122, organized a First Aid Simulation Exercise on Mass Casualty Incident (MCI) at the PRCS Swat Branch.

The exercise was designed to provide hands-on experience to the Emergency Response Team (ERT) members and Rescue 1122 personnel, enhancing their preparedness and coordination during large-scale emergencies.

During the simulation, participants demonstrated practical first aid, triage management, and firefighting skills in a controlled, yet realistic environment. The scenario replicated a mass casualty situation, allowing responders to apply their training in assessing injuries, prioritizing patients, performing emergency bandaging, transporting casualties on stretchers, and managing on-site coordination effectively.

Throughout the activity, PRCS volunteers and Rescue 1122 staff worked side-by-side to ensure timely response and efficient teamwork—key components in real-life disaster or emergency operations. The exercise highlighted the importance of communication, mutual support, and rapid decision-making in saving lives when every second counts.

PRCS Khyber Pakhtunkhwa extends sincere gratitude to the ICRC and Rescue 1122 Swat for their technical assistance and continuous support in strengthening the skills and capacity of volunteers and staff. This initiative is part of PRCS KP’s ongoing commitment to enhancing community resilience and ensuring a prompt humanitarian response in times of need.

PRCS Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Conducts Three-Day Workshop on Epidemic Control and Risk Communication in District Buner

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Under the DREF Monsoon 2025 Operation, the Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Branch, with the technical and financial support of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), successfully organized a three-day capacity-building workshop on Epidemic Control for Volunteers (ECV) and Risk Communication & Community Engagement (RCCE) in District Buner.

The training aimed to strengthen the capacity of PRCS Mobile Health Unit (MHU) staff and volunteers to effectively prevent, identify, and respond to epidemic outbreaks and other public health emergencies at the community level.

Enhancing Local Preparedness and Response

Throughout the workshop, participants received comprehensive sessions on disease surveillance, outbreak management, hygiene promotion, infection prevention and control (IPC), and the role of volunteers during epidemics. Trainers highlighted the importance of early detection and community-based surveillance as the first line of defense against the spread of infectious diseases.

Practical demonstrations were also conducted to help participants understand standard first aid measures, sanitation practices, and safe water handling techniques essential in post-disaster environments. Volunteers engaged in group exercises and role-play activities designed to simulate real-life emergency situations, ensuring that they are well-prepared to act swiftly and efficiently during crises.

Focus on Risk Communication and Community Engagement

A significant portion of the training focused on Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) — a critical component in managing epidemics effectively. Participants were trained on how to disseminate accurate information, counter misinformation, and engage communities in adopting preventive health behaviors.

The sessions emphasized the role of trust, empathy, and transparency in community outreach, equipping volunteers with communication skills necessary to reach remote and vulnerable populations.

Empowering Volunteers for Sustainable Impact

Through this workshop, PRCS Khyber Pakhtunkhwa reinforced its ongoing commitment to building resilient communities capable of withstanding public health threats. The training also encouraged peer learning and collaboration among PRCS teams, ensuring that knowledge gained will be replicated and shared across other districts as part of the Society’s broader epidemic preparedness strategy.

Chairman PRCS Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Farzand Ali Wazir appreciated the dedication of the MHU staff and volunteers, acknowledging their vital role as frontline responders who bring health services directly to those in need. He also expressed gratitude to IFRC for its continuous partnership and support in strengthening humanitarian and health response capacities in Pakistan.

Commitment to Humanitarian Excellence

The Pakistan Red Crescent Society remains steadfast in its mission to serve humanity with compassion and professionalism, ensuring that vulnerable populations receive timely, dignified, and effective assistance. Through ongoing training, awareness, and collaboration with international partners, PRCS Khyber Pakhtunkhwa continues to play a pivotal role in safeguarding public health and community well-being across the province.

PRCS Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Promotes Climate Awareness Through Wall Chalking Initiative in Peshawar

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Peshawar — The Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, with the support of the German Red Cross (GRC) and BMZ under the Climate Adaptation through Community Resilience Approach (CACRA) Project, organized a Wall Chalking Activity along Main Palosai Road, Peshawar, to raise awareness on climate change and environmental protection.

The initiative aimed to inspire public engagement and promote sustainable environmental practices through creative expression. Young PRCS volunteers participated enthusiastically, transforming city walls into colorful canvases filled with powerful messages advocating climate action, conservation, and community responsibility.

Through their artwork and messages, the volunteers highlighted the importance of collective action against climate change, emphasizing that small, community-based efforts can lead to meaningful global impact. The activity not only beautified the cityscape but also served as a powerful visual reminder of the urgent need for environmental stewardship.

Speaking about the initiative, PRCS KP officials noted that such awareness campaigns foster a sense of unity, creativity, and responsibility among youth, aligning with PRCS’s broader mission to promote resilience and sustainable living within communities.

About the CACRA Project

The CACRA Project, implemented by PRCS Khyber Pakhtunkhwa with support from the German Red Cross and BMZ, focuses on enhancing community resilience to climate change by integrating awareness, capacity-building, and local adaptation measures. Through activities like wall chalking, the project continues to educate and mobilize communities toward building a sustainable and climate-resilient future.

PRCS Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Presents Briefing on Ongoing Humanitarian Operations in Swat

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Swat — The Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Branch organized a comprehensive briefing session at the Swat Serena Hotel, where Chairman PRCS KP Farzand Ali Wazir presented a detailed overview of the ongoing relief operations, aid distribution, and field activities being carried out across multiple districts to support flood-affected communities.

The session was graced by PRCS Chairperson Farzana Naek, PRCS KP Chairman Farzand Ali Wazir, PRCS Secretary General Muhammad Ubaidullah Khan, IFRC Head of Delegation in Pakistan Fareed Abdul Qadeer, and Turkish Red Crescent (TRC) Head of Delegation Beiza Tanner, along with PRCS officials, staff members, and partner representatives.

During the briefing, Chairman Farzand Ali Wazir outlined the strategic priorities, achievements, and ongoing challenges faced in the province’s humanitarian response. He highlighted PRCS KP’s continued efforts to deliver timely, effective, and needs-based assistance through the organization’s district branches, volunteers, and partner support mechanisms.

In recognition of leadership and partnership, Chairman Farzand Ali Wazir presented commemorative shields to Chairperson Farzana Naek, IFRC Head Fareed Abdul Qadeer, TRC Head Beiza Tanner, and Secretary General Muhammad Ubaidullah Khan. The gesture symbolized PRCS KP’s appreciation for their dedication, collaboration, and commitment to advancing humanitarian service across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa and beyond.

The ceremony underscored PRCS’s unwavering mission to serve humanity with compassion, integrity, and resilience. It also reaffirmed the organization’s resolve to strengthen coordination, transparency, and impact in all ongoing and future humanitarian operations.

About PRCS Khyber Pakhtunkhwa’s Humanitarian Response

The PRCS KP Branch continues to lead comprehensive relief and recovery efforts across flood-affected districts. With the support of IFRC, Turkish Red Crescent, and other international partners, PRCS KP remains committed to empowering communities, enhancing resilience, and promoting sustainable recovery throughout the province.

PRCS Dir Lower Distributes WASH and Hygiene Kits to Flood-Affected Families

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Timergara, Dir Lower — Continuing its mission to serve humanity and provide relief to disaster-affected communities, the Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, through its Dir Lower Branch, organized a comprehensive distribution of WASH (Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene) kits among vulnerable families impacted by the 2025 floods.

This humanitarian initiative aimed to improve access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene for flood-affected households, reducing the risk of disease outbreaks and promoting community health recovery in the aftermath of the disaster.

Each distributed kit included essential hygiene and sanitation materials, enabling families to maintain cleanliness and safeguard their well-being as they rebuild their lives.

The distribution activity received notable support and engagement from the local youth community. Male and female students from the Government Postgraduate Degree College Timergara visited the site and volunteered to assist PRCS staff and beneficiaries during the process. Their active participation demonstrated the spirit of volunteerism and compassion that lies at the heart of PRCS’s humanitarian work.

PRCS officials expressed their gratitude to all volunteers and community members who contributed to the successful implementation of the initiative. They reaffirmed PRCS’s unwavering commitment to providing timely relief, humanitarian aid, and community health support across Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, particularly in areas most affected by natural disasters.

About the Initiative

The WASH and hygiene distribution was part of PRCS’s broader flood response program, designed to address immediate humanitarian needs while promoting long-term community resilience. Supported by the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), this intervention underscores PRCS’s continued dedication to serving vulnerable populations with neutrality, humanity, and voluntary service.

PRCS Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Organizes Two-Day Free Medical Camp in District Bannu on the Directives of Governor Faisal Karim Kundi

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Bannu, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa — Under the special directives of Governor Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Faisal Karim Kundi, the Pakistan Red Crescent Society (PRCS) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa organized a two-day free medical camp in District Bannu, aimed at providing essential healthcare services to underprivileged and flood-affected communities.

The camp was formally inaugurated by Chairman PRCS Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Farzand Ali Wazir, who cut the ribbon to officially mark its opening. Upon his arrival, the Chairman was warmly received by PRCS staff and volunteers, who presented him with a bouquet as a gesture of appreciation and respect.

The event witnessed a strong turnout and was attended by District Supervisor Dr. Umar Wazir, trained PRCS medical staff, volunteers, scholars, students, members of the Tablighi Jamaat, and a large number of local citizens.

Throughout the two-day camp, PRCS teams provided free first aid services, blood pressure and blood sugar testing, fever diagnosis, and treatment for common ailments, along with the free distribution of essential medicines to patients. The initiative was aimed at ensuring accessible healthcare for those living in remote or disaster-affected areas of Bannu District.

Chairman Farzand Ali Wazir expressed his appreciation for the dedicated efforts of PRCS medical teams and volunteers, emphasizing that such humanitarian initiatives reflect PRCS’s unwavering commitment to the Fundamental Principles of the Red Crescent Movement — humanity, impartiality, and voluntary service.

He further reaffirmed PRCS KP’s resolve to continue organizing free medical camps, relief drives, and community health programs across the province in line with the vision of Governor Faisal Karim Kundi to enhance public welfare and strengthen community resilience.

Commitment to Community Health and Humanitarian Service

The Pakistan Red Crescent Society – Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Branch remains at the forefront of humanitarian action in the region, striving to improve public health access, promote community well-being, and provide emergency medical assistance during crises. Through its ongoing health, disaster response, and social welfare programs, PRCS KP continues to serve the people of Pakistan with dedication, compassion, and neutrality.