Red Cross seeking nominations for local humanitarians

The Canadian Red Cross in Saskatchewan is seeking nominations for the 2018 Regina Young Humanitarian of the Year Award and the 2018 Regina Humanitarian of the Year. These awards will be presented at the Red Cross Power of Humanity Gala being held at the Ramada Plaza Regina on Nov. 2, 2018.
 
The awards are presented to two individuals in Saskatchewan who have demonstrated the spirit of humanity in a local, national or international capacity by:

• Promoting mutual understanding, friendship, cooperation and lasting peace among all peoples
• Contributing to the alleviation of human suffering, protection of life, or the promotion of health
• Educating the public on the meaning and importance of humanity and human dignity
• Promoting respect for human beings

Quotes:

 “There are many people giving back to our communities and making the world a better place for everyone,” said Cindy Fuchs, Vice President of the Red Cross in Saskatchewan. “Help us find these amazing individuals in Regina so we can celebrate the work they do and inspire others to be change-makers.”

Quick facts:

• Nomination forms are available on the Canadian Red Cross website redcross.ca/skhumanitarians or by calling 306-721-1600.
• Nominations will be accepted until June 1, 2018.
• Previous award winners can be found at redcross.ca/skhumanitarians

About the Canadian Red Cross

 Here in Canada and overseas, the Red Cross stands ready to help people before, during and after a disaster. As a member of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement – which is made up of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, the International Committee of the Red Cross and 190 national Red Cross and Red Crescent societies – the Canadian Red Cross is dedicated to improving the lives of vulnerable people by mobilizing the power of humanity in Canada and throughout the world.
 

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Media contact:

Canadian Red Cross Media Line – Saskatchewan
306-721-1636