Beyond the Backpack: Direct Relief and FedEx Revolutionize Disaster Relief
FedEx and Direct Relief have been collaborating for over two decades to revolutionize disaster relief efforts, particularly during the Atlantic hurricane season. Their partnership, initiated in 2002, combines FedEx's global logistics capabilities with Direct Relief's mission to deliver essential medical supplies. A key innovation is their award-winning medical backpack initiative, designed for first responders to provide immediate critical care in disaster aftermath.
The program's success was recognized in 2012 with the National Partnership Award from the U.S. Surgeon General's Office. As the 2024 hurricane season approaches, predicted to be active, FedEx and Direct Relief are strategically prepositioning resources for rapid deployment. Their efforts extend beyond hurricane season, aligning with National Preparedness Month in September to promote readiness for unexpected events.
FedEx e Direct Relief collaborano da oltre due decenni per rivoluzionare gli sforzi di soccorso in caso di catastrofe, in particolare durante la stagione degli uragani atlantici. La loro partnership, avviata nel 2002, combina le capacità logistiche globali di FedEx con la missione di Direct Relief di fornire forniture mediche essenziali. Una delle principali innovazioni è l'iniziativa del zaino medico premiata, progettata per i primi soccorritori affinché possano fornire assistenza critica immediata dopo un disastro.
Il successo del programma è stato riconosciuto nel 2012 con il National Partnership Award dall'Ufficio del Surgeon General degli Stati Uniti. Con l'avvicinarsi della stagione degli uragani 2024, prevista come attiva, FedEx e Direct Relief stanno posizionando strategicamente le risorse per un rapido dispiegamento. I loro sforzi si estendono oltre la stagione degli uragani, allineandosi con il National Preparedness Month a settembre per promuovere la preparazione ad eventi inattesi.
FedEx y Direct Relief han colaborado durante más de dos décadas para revolucionar los esfuerzos de ayuda en situaciones de desastre, especialmente durante la temporada de huracanes del Atlántico. Su asociación, iniciada en 2002, combina las capacidades logísticas globales de FedEx con la misión de Direct Relief de entregar suministros médicos esenciales. Una innovación clave es su iniciativa de mochila médica galardonada, diseñada para que los primeros respondedores proporcionen atención crítica inmediata tras un desastre.
El éxito del programa fue reconocido en 2012 con el National Partnership Award de la Oficina del Cirujano General de EE. UU. A medida que se acerca la temporada de huracanes 2024, que se prevé activa, FedEx y Direct Relief están posicionando estratégicamente recursos para un despliegue rápido. Sus esfuerzos se extienden más allá de la temporada de huracanes, alineándose con el Mes de Preparación Nacional en septiembre para promover la preparación ante eventos inesperados.
FedEx와 Direct Relief는 20년 넘게 재난 구호 노력을 혁신하기 위해 협력해 왔으며, 특히 대서양 허리케인 시즌 동안 그렇습니다. 2002년에 시작된 이 파트너십은 FedEx의 글로벌 물류 능력과 Direct Relief의 필수 의료 용품 제공 미션을 결합합니다. 주요 혁신 중 하나는 재난 발생 후 첫 번째 구급대원이 즉각적인 중환자 치료를 제공할 수 있도록 설계된 수상 경력이 있는 의료 배낭 이니셔티브입니다.
이 프로그램의 성공은 2012년 미국 공중보건국장실의 National Partnership Award로 인정받았습니다. 2024년 허리케인 시즌이 활발할 것으로 예상되면서, FedEx와 Direct Relief는 신속한 배치를 위해 자원을 전략적으로 미리 배치하고 있습니다. 그들의 노력은 허리케인 시즌을 넘어 확장되며, 9월의 National Preparedness Month와 맞물려 예기치 않은 사건에 대비할 수 있도록 합니다.
FedEx et Direct Relief collaborent depuis plus de deux décennies pour révolutionner les efforts de secours en cas de catastrophe, notamment pendant la saison des ouragans de l'Atlantique. Leur partenariat, lancé en 2002, combine les capacités logistiques mondiales de FedEx avec la mission de Direct Relief de fournir des fournitures médicales essentielles. Une innovation clé est leur initiative de sac à dos médical primée, conçue pour que les premiers intervenants puissent fournir des soins critiques immédiats après une catastrophe.
Le succès du programme a été reconnu en 2012 avec le National Partnership Award décerné par le Bureau du Surgeon General des États-Unis. À l'approche de la saison des ouragans 2024, qui devrait être active, FedEx et Direct Relief positionnent stratégiquement des ressources pour un déploiement rapide. Leurs efforts vont au-delà de la saison des ouragans, s'alignant avec le Mois National de la Préparation en septembre pour promouvoir la préparation aux événements inattendus.
FedEx und Direct Relief arbeiten seit über zwei Jahrzehnten zusammen, um die Katastrophenhilfsmaßnahmen zu revolutionieren, insbesondere während der atlantischen Hurrikansaison. Ihre Partnerschaft, die im Jahr 2002 begann, kombiniert die globalen Logistikfähigkeiten von FedEx mit der Mission von Direct Relief, essentielle medizinische Materialien zu liefern. Eine zentrale Innovation ist ihre preisgekrönte medizinische Rucksackinitiative, die für Ersthelfer entwickelt wurde, um sofortige kritische Versorgung nach einer Katastrophe zu bieten.
Der Erfolg des Programms wurde 2012 mit dem National Partnership Award des Amtes des Surgeon General der USA anerkannt. Mit dem bevorstehenden Hurrikan-Saison 2024, die als aktiv prognostiziert wird, positionieren FedEx und Direct Relief strategisch Ressourcen für eine schnelle Bereitstellung. Ihre Bemühungen gehen über die Hurrikansaison hinaus und stimmen mit dem National Preparedness Month im September überein, um die Bereitschaft für unerwartete Ereignisse zu fördern.
- Long-term partnership (since 2002) between FedEx and Direct Relief for disaster relief
- Award-winning medical backpack initiative recognized by U.S. Surgeon General's Office
- Strategic prepositioning of resources for rapid deployment in disasters
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NORTHAMPTON, MA / ACCESSWIRE / July 23, 2024 / FedEx Corporation
Every year, the Atlantic hurricane season casts a long shadow, a time when coastal communities brace for potential devastation. But for the past two decades, FedEx and Direct Relief have been working together to turn preparedness into action. "We've formed a powerful partnership that delivers critical aid exactly where and when it's needed most" said April Britt, Director, FedEx Global Citizenship.
Our story began in 2002, a long-term commitment forged in the shared desire to help communities weather the storms, both literally and figuratively. FedEx, the logistics giant with a global reach, offered the perfect complement to Direct Relief's mission of delivering essential medical supplies. Together, we've been innovators in disaster relief efforts, from the early days of the collaboration to our award-winning innovative medical backpack initiative.
"These backpacks are lifesavers" said Thomas Tighe, CEO, Direct Relief. "Packed with vital medical supplies and designed for first responders, they ensure communities have immediate access to critical care in the chaotic aftermath of a disaster." The program's success was recognized in 2012 with the National Partnership Award from the Office of the U.S. Surgeon General, a testament to the impact of our combined efforts.
With the 2024 hurricane season predicted to be an active one, our work is more crucial than ever. As June 1st marked the season's official start, FedEx and Direct Relief are already on high alert, our logistical expertise and medical resources strategically prepositioned for rapid deployment.
This preparedness extends beyond the hurricane season. September is National Preparedness Month, a timely reminder for everyone to take action and be ready for any unexpected event. By working together, FedEx and Direct Relief are not just delivering vital supplies, we're delivering hope - the hope of a swift recovery and a brighter tomorrow for communities facing disaster.
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