World Red Cross Day is also known as Red Crescent Day. It is celebrated on May 8 every year. This date marks the birth anniversary of Henry Dunant, who is the founder of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC). He is also a recipient of the Nobel Peace Prize.
With an objective to educate children to protect life, health and to ensure respect for every human being, the tiny tots of Primary – 1 of St. Joseph’s Sr. Sec. School Sector 44 D, Chandigarh celebrated World Red Cross Day by organising a First Aid Activity to save lives . During this activity, children were apprised about the Do’s and Don’ts in situations like injuries, bee stings, fire accidents and electric shock. They learnt about the importance of administering first aid immediately by using the material in First Aid Box like Cotton, Band Aid, Antiseptic Liquid, Medicines etc.

The students of Primary-2 Block were shown a PPT to create awareness about the seven Principles and history of Red Cross Day. As children are the future of our country, it’s our responsibility to enrich their mind with beautiful experiences and promote the sense of safety. It was a lively fulfilling activity.

In Secondary Block the day was marked with a doctor talk in which the Josephians were made aware of the significance of the world Red Cross Day. Dr Megha elaborated on the aims and had an interesting interactive session with students depicting the theme aptly. In the end, a tribute was paid to the volunteers who support millions of people in times of conflict, natural disaster and crisis. The day was dedicated to the people who suffer from the shortage of food, natural calamities and war.

The school Principal Ms. Monica Chawla reiterated the importance of First Aid which promotes the sense of safety and security among children. She emphasised that students with good knowledge of First Aid are likely to be more alert and active.