World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day is observed on May 8. Check out the World Red Cross Day Quotes 2022, Slogan, Messages, Images, Theme, History, Significance, Wishes.
World Red Cross Day 2022
World Red Cross Day also known as Red Crescent Day is celebrated on May 8 every year. This date marks the birth anniversary of Henry Dunant, who is the founder of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). He is also the recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize. He was born on May 8, 1828.
World Red Cross Day, also known as Red Crescent Day, was first celebrated in 1948. The Tokyo proposal was put into effect in 1946, during the Second World War.
May 8 is the birth anniversary of Jean-Henry Dunant (born on May 8, 1828), the founder of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the recipient of the first Nobel Peace Prize.The first Red Cross Day was celebrated on 8 May 1948. The official title of the day changed over time and became “World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day” in 1984.

World Red Cross Day 2022 Theme
Year | Themes |
2017 | Less Known Red Cross Stories |
2018 | Memorable smiles from around the world |
2019 | #Love |
2020 | #Keepclapping |
2021 | #Unstoppable |
2022 | Be Human Kind |
History of World Red Cross Day
The first Red Cross Day was celebrated on May 8, 1948. In 1946 during World War II, the Tokyo proposal was put into effect. The possibility of an annual celebration was asked by the Board of Governors of the “League of the Red Cross Societies (LORCS)”, later called the General Assembly of the International Federation of Red Cross Societies.
Two years later the proposal of celebrating annually World Red Cross Day was adopted on 8 May 1948, the birth anniversary of Henry Dunant, the founder of the Red Cross. In 1984 officially it was named “World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day”. The official title of the day changed over time and became World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day in 1984.
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World Red Cross Day 2022 Quotes
- We should come forward and take inspiration from these people who have helped victims of various calamities. Happy World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day!
- These people teach us how to live by caring for others and sharing the joys of life. Happy World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day!
- On the occasion of World Red Cross Day, let’s pledge to work for the betterment of society and humanity.
- Salute to all those individuals who put others’ lives before their own. You all are true heroes. Happy World Red Cross Day.
- Let’s come forward in huge numbers to help many who are in need. Happy World Red Cross Day.
- A warm thank you to all the heroes who do not have to wear capes to help others in need. Happy World Red Cross Day.
- We can all make the world a kinder place to live in if we try being considerate to one another. Happy World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day!
- The only true happiness a person can get is by helping out another person in need. Happy World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day!
- We want to thank you, people and tell you that you inspire us. Happy World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day!
- It is the duty of every human to serve humanity and we must always do so to extend our contribution towards the Red Cross. Best wishes on World Red Cross Day.
- We are thankful to have such an organization to help the people affected by disasters. Happy World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day!
- People’s kindness does not go unnoticed. Happy World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day!
- As humans, it is our duty to give our services to help the needy….. Let us celebrate World Red Cross Day by coming forward in good numbers to serve society….. Warm wishes on Red Crescent Day!!!
- If you want to serve God the best thing to do is to serve human beings. Happy World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day!
- World Red Cross Day is the reminder that it is the duty of each one of us to remember all those who gave all their lives in the services of the needy….. Let us take inspiration from those helping hands and do our little bit for society….. Happy Red Crescent Day!!!
- As humans, it is our duty to give our services to help the needy. Let us celebrate World Red Cross Day by coming forward in good numbers to serve the society. Warm wishes on Red Crescent Day!!!
- Red Cross and Red Crescent Day teach us how to take care of people in distress and we salute these people who take care of the victims. Happy World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day!
- Now where’s the need for speech and screed To better our behaving? A simpler plan for saving man.
- A warm thank you to all those who are selflessly serving humanity and bringing a good change in society….. Happy World Red Cross Day to all!!!
Wishes & Quotes of World Red Cross Day 2022
- 1. The Red Needs You, Join Now!
- 2. It is the duty of every human to serve humanity and we must always do so to extend our contribution to the Red Cross.
- 3. I like the influence and responsibility the Red Cross has become known for—Zulay Henao
- 4. After what others would call a fun day out together, we feel as if we have been at the Red Cross, donating blood—Anneli Rufus
- 5. The world is cruel and love is scarce so spread love and bring a smile to the faces of your fellow human beings.
- 6. A warm thank you to all those who are selflessly serving humanity and bringing a good change in society
- 7. The world has seen enough bloodshed, tragedies, and wars. Now, the world needs people that promote peace and help those in distress. Cheers to all working for humanity.
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