Kenya Red Cross Society

Kenya Red Cross Society (KRCS) is a voluntary organization established through the Kenya Red Cross Society Act (Chapter 256 laws of Kenya), auxiliary to the Government and a member of the International RC/RC Movement. KRCS’ vision is ‘a sustainable, effective and trusted humanitarian organization serving present and future generations’. Youth is a high priority within KRCS who established a Youth Development Department in 2020 with the main goal of supporting youth to lead positive change in their communities. Youth is also one of three key focus areas in KRCS Strategy Plan 2021-2025. Young people are represented in the governance structures of KRCS at all levels through the National Youth Structure, including both a National Youth Assembly, a National Youth Committee, Regional Youth Assemblies, Regional Youth Committees, County Branch Youth Assemblies, County Branch Youth Committees and Youth Clubs/Groups at community level.