The American Red Cross Public Affairs Department By Kate Creveling

The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers, guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental Principles of the International Red Cross Movement, will provide relief to victims of disasters and help people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.

NCF American Red Cross The North Central Florida Chapter of the American Red Cross oversees 8 counties. The office is located at: 1724 NE 2nd Street Gainesville, Florida Visit our Web siteWeb site Employee Organizational Chart

Public Affairs Duties Compile 8 county media list Give presentations about the American Red Cross to the community Organize Hurricane Preparedness Fairs Write numerous press releases for the Red Cross Recruit volunteers Write public service announcements for the local media Create large displays about the Red Cross.

Daily Routine Attend meetings Work on my computer Brainstorm with colleagues Make phone calls and s Research information on the internet Lots of writing! Volunteer in times of Disaster- Hurricane Katrina

Hurricane Katrina Relief The Red Cross Was There The NCF Chapter sent volunteers to New Orleans