Be Our Volunteer

A Red Cross Volunteer (RCV) is the backbone of the Myanmar Red Cross Society’s humanitarian efforts. RCVs dedicate their time, skills, and energy to support communities during crises and in everyday life. Whether responding to disasters or providing first aid training, they are always on the frontline, delivering lifesaving assistance and helping to strengthen resilience in vulnerable communities.

Becoming a Red Cross Volunteer (RCV) offers a range of benefits beyond participating in humanitarian activities. As an RCV, you are directly involved in saving lives and supporting communities during emergencies, making a significant impact on those in need. In addition to this rewarding work, you will receive comprehensive training in essential areas such as first aid, disaster response, and psychosocial support.

These training opportunities not only equip you to respond effectively in crises but also contribute to your personal and professional development. By joining the Myanmar Red Cross, you become part of a vast local and global network of volunteers and professionals, offering opportunities to collaborate with international Red Cross and Red Crescent societies. This network allows you to participate in global humanitarian efforts and gain exposure to best practices from around the world. Volunteering with the Red Cross also helps you build valuable leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills that can enhance your personal growth and career development.

Why Become a Red Cross Volunteer?

Volunteering with MRCS is a powerful way to give back to your community, learn life-saving skills, and be part of an organization that puts humanity first. As an RCV, you’ll be trained to respond to emergencies, support disaster relief efforts, and provide help where it’s needed most. Whether you’re offering a helping hand after a natural disaster or supporting a local event, every contribution makes a real difference.

How to Become a Red Cross Volunteer

Becoming a Red Cross Volunteer (RCV) is simple! Follow these steps:

Choose Your Membership Type: The Myanmar Red Cross Society (MRCS) offers three types of volunteer memberships:

• Life Member: A life member is interested in Red Cross humanitarian activities and can contribute when possible.
• Ordinary Member: An ordinary member is also interested in Red Cross humanitarian activities and contributes as they can.
• Brigade Member: Brigade members are the core team responsible for executing Red Cross humanitarian work in their township. They are actively involved in frontline responses to emergencies and disasters.

All members of the society must respect the 7 fundamental principles while carrying out voluntary service. They also have the right to act in accordance with the volunteer policy of the Myanmar Red Cross Society.

Life Member (Card and PIN)

To become a Life Member, you can register by paying a membership fee of 100,000 kyats to the relevant township Red Cross branch, either as a one-time payment or in installments.

Requirements:

• Must be a citizen of 10 years of age or older.
• Must be able to pay the specified membership fee.
• Can register at the Red Cross Supervisory Committee/branch office in the Region, State, Union Territory, District, or Township.
• The membership card must be issued by the headquarters and obtained through the relevant Red Cross Supervisory Committee or branch.
• The membership fee can be paid as a one-time payment or in installments as specified.

Ordinary Member (Card and PIN)

To join as an Ordinary Member, you will need to pay a membership fee of 2,000 kyats and an annual fee of 3,000 kyats, which must be renewed every year.

Requirements:

• Must be a citizen of 10 years of age or older.
• Can join through township, university, or college Red Cross clubs.
• The Ordinary membership fee (2,000 kyats) and annual fee (3,000 kyats) must be paid to the township, university, or college branch.
• An Ordinary Membership card will be issued by the relevant branch.

Brigade Member (Card and PIN)

To join as a Brigade Member, there is no membership fee required, but you must actively participate in Red Cross activities. You are expected to adhere to the regulations of the Myanmar Red Cross Brigade.

Requirements:

• Must be between 16 and 65 years old and meet the eligibility criteria.
• You must volunteer your time and labor.
• Membership fees are waived, and you will be considered a member of the brigade.

For more information, you can contact the Red Cross offices in the following regions and states.

Registration Process:

To become a Red Cross Volunteer, please contact lynnlynnthet@redcross.org.mm or reach out to the following official addresses.

1. Fill out the required application form at the Myanmar Red Cross Society Headquarters or the nearest State and Region Red Cross Supervisory Committee office.
2. Complete the necessary orientation and training to prepare for your role as a volunteer.

By becoming a Red Cross Volunteer, you are not just joining a team – you are becoming part of a global movement of people who care deeply about humanity and are committed to making a difference.

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