The future of New Zealand Red Cross is with our young people. Youth are considered a priority to New Zealand Red Cross and the global network supports youth development internationally.
The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement has involved youth in its work since 1892, and most National Societies provide programmes and opportunities for young people.
In New Zealand our programmes are continually evolving to stay relevant to young people and the changing needs of our complex society.
New Zealand Red Cross has an active youth membership who are involved in regional and national decision making helping to chart the future of youth involvement and programmes that benefit vulnerable young people in our communities.
how do I join?
Over half of all active volunteers in the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement are aged 25 and younger. You can join New Zealand Red Cross as a volunteer, or become a member of one of our six regional youth committees. Even if you aren't technically ‘young' you can still get involved with New Zealand Red Cross Youth, so get motivated and follow the link to become a member of a group.
benefits of becoming a New Zealand Red Cross youth member You can join the world's largest humanitarian organisation, and experience the personal and professional benefits of volunteering your energy to help improve the lives of vulnerable people. Young people naturally gravitate toward our humanitarian ideals, principles and impartial commitment to the community, as a way of influencing the world around them.
Aside from making a real difference to people's lives, your involvement offers a great first step into humanitarian work - it's entirely up to you how far you want to take your involvement with New Zealand Red Cross.
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