The Turkish Society of the Red Crescent will continue humanitarian activities without limiting itself to temporary and geographical frames. This was said by the Deputy Chairman of the Society of Fatima Merich Yilmaz on the occasion of the 156th anniversary of the founding of the organization.
Ylmaz recalled that the Turkish Society of the Red Crescent was founded on June 11, 1868 under the name “Ottoman society for helping the wounded and sick soldiers.”
“Since then, the Turkish red crescent, together with philanthropists, brings hope and good to humanity, carrying out humanitarian activities in many corners of the world,” she said.
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Yylmaz emphasized that the Turkish red crescent for 156 years has been a source of hope during the period of natural disasters, wars and epidemics.
According to her, the Turkish red crescent, who left behind 155 years, continues to work selflessly on the improvement and support of the lives of millions of people.
“Throughout its history, the name of the Turkish red crescent is associated with confidence and support in many areas, including emergency assistance, the fight against natural disasters, blood donation, medical services and social projects. Thanks to the ensuring and support of the Turkish Society of Red The crescent affected the lives of millions of people and instilled hope in their hearts. The crescent became an integral part of society due to its volunteer work, campaigns to donate blood and implemented social projects. This movement of good will exist forever and will not limit yourself to either time or geography, ”the said in message.