URCS delegation visits Sweden for experience exchange
Representatives of the Ukrainian Red Cross Society (URCS) have paid a visit to Sweden to exchange experience in the activities and development of local organizations and community centers.
In an effort to share knowledge and learn from one another, representatives of the Ukrainian Red Cross Society (URCS) journeyed to Sweden. The delegation aimed to explore the experiences of local organizations and community centers in the country.
During their visit, the group paid a call on the Swedish Red Cross headquarters in Stockholm. They also ventured out to local branches situated in Söderköping, Gothenburg, and Vänersborg. Additionally, the delegation made a stop at Restad Gård, a site where the organization provides assistance to individuals awaiting decisions on their status in Sweden.
URCS experts immersed themselves in the Swedish model of branch operations, scrutinizing key aspects such as primary activities, interactions with local authorities, methods for identifying community needs, and the organization of social counseling. Simultaneously, they shared their own expertise in emergency response with their Swedish counterparts.
The delegation also took time to examine Red House spaces, which serve as hubs for delivering basic assistance while offering counseling, language practice, and social activities. A particular focus was placed on working with migrants, fundraising endeavors, collaborations with local authorities and public organizations, as well as assessing community needs and cataloging available services.
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