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Seven fundamental principles embody the work of all Red Cross and Red Crescent staff and volunteers worldwide. Adopted in 1965, these principles define the scope of the Red Cross' humanitarian work and provide a basis for promoting the ideals and humanitarian values of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.
1. Humanity - people caring for people
2. Impartiality - aid doesn't differentiate
3. Neutrality - humanitarian initiatives need trust
4. Independence - our principles are maintained through self-determination
5. Voluntary Service - true aid must be free of self interest
6. Unity - only one in any given country, open to all
7. Universality - humanitarian values are global
ARC is active in the field of ambulance service, health and social services, blood programmes, disaster relief and development cooperation, tracing services, education and training, humanitarian law, youth and first aid.