QRCS steps to activate humanitarian relief
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Aid in action
Established in 1978 as Qatar ’ s first volunteering organisation , Qatar Red Crescent Society ( QRCS ) is a branch of the National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies , a global humanitarian movement run by volunteers , members , and staff .
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QRCS steps to activate humanitarian relief
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Monitoring
QRCS ’ s Disaster Management Information Center ( DMIC ) has systems in place that continuously monitor for disasters around the world .
Disaster strikes
When a disaster occurs , the DMIC prepares a situation report , assessing the scale of the event , the basic needs of those affected , and the humanitarian work currently being carried out .