Red Cross Youth aims to nurture compassion and passion in its members. Aligned with the Ministry of Education’s focus on building 21st Century competencies, particularly in character and citizenship education, members develop civic responsibility and are groomed to be adaptable, resilient and confident team players.
Red Cross Youth’s curriculum combines character-building, leadership, life-saving skills, blood donation knowledge, community service and humanitarian work, all grounded in the Red Cross ethos and commitment to serving humanity.
Students will attain proficiency badges in areas such as First Aid, Disaster Management, Red Cross Knowledge, Youth Ambassadors’ Blood Programme, Footdrill, Service Learning and more.
Navalites will have opportunities to participate in the following events and competitions:
World Red Cross Day
First Aid Championship
Ambassadors of Blood Competition
Disaster Risk Reduction Competition
Grateful Hearts
Red Cross Youth Hard Skills Learning – Key Points
Core Purpose: Instils compassion, passion, professionalism and civic responsibility; builds adaptable, resilient and confident team players.
First Aid: Trains credible first aiders equipped with essential life-saving skills and teamwork under pressure.
Disaster Management: Prepares youths to respond to emergencies and support community disaster efforts.
Red Cross Knowledge: Cultivates ambassadors who understand Red Cross principles and humanitarian services.
Youth Ambassadors’ Blood Programme: Equips youths to promote blood donation and lead awareness campaigns.
Youth Leadership: Develops inclusive, service-oriented leaders grounded in care, learning and excellence.
Service Learning: Engages youths in meaningful community service, progressing from participation to leading projects.
Footdrill: Builds discipline, responsibility and teamwork.