Pelastussanaa

Pelastussanaa, also known as the Finnish Red Cross, is a humanitarian organization that provides emergency medical services, disaster relief, and health promotion in Finland. Established in 1884, it is one of the oldest and largest voluntary organizations in the country. The organization operates through a network of local branches and offers a wide range of services, including first aid training, blood donation, and support for victims of natural disasters and other emergencies.

Pelastussanaa is a member of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC), which is a global network of 192 national Red Cross and Red Crescent societies. This membership allows Pelastussanaa to collaborate with other Red Cross organizations worldwide, sharing resources and expertise to respond to international humanitarian crises.

The organization's work is funded through donations, membership fees, and government grants. It employs over 1,000 people and has a budget of approximately 100 million euros annually. Pelastussanaa's mission is to prevent suffering, protect life and health, and ensure respect for all human beings, in line with the principles of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

In addition to its humanitarian work, Pelastussanaa also promotes health and well-being in Finland. It offers health education programs, supports research, and provides services to vulnerable populations, such as the elderly and people with disabilities. The organization's work is guided by its core values of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity, and universality.