The International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) is a humanitarian organization that works to provide assistance and support to vulnerable people in communities around the world. Founded in 1919, the IFRC is based in Geneva, Switzerland, and operates in more than 190 countries. The organization coordinates and supports the activities of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies, which are national humanitarian organizations that provide a wide range of services and support in their respective countries. The IFRC works to provide emergency response to disasters and crises, promote health and community development, to support refugee and migrant populations, and advocate for the rights and dignity of vulnerable people. Through its work, the IFRC is committed to promoting the values of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary service, unity, and universality.