The Cruz Vermelha de Timor-Leste (CVTL) welcomed a delegation from the Australian Red Cross (ARC) this week, from March 17 to 21, to launch the development of a new multi-year partnership strategy. The visit included key representatives such as Mana Nadja Koller, Advisor for Asia and Global, and Mana Anastasia Kaldi (Ana), Senior Specialist in Protection, Gender, and Inclusion (PGI). Together, CVTL and ARC outlined a strategic direction that reinforces their collaboration, with a strong emphasis on Protection, Gender, and Inclusion.
During the visit, the ARC delegation expressed their commitment to strengthening the partnership with CVTL. “We are happy to visit CVTL, and through this visit, we want to encourage and continue our support to CVTL as a strong and sustainable national society in Timor-Leste,” they stated. The delegation reaffirmed their dedication to providing both technical and financial assistance to enhance CVTL’s capacity in humanitarian work.
The Secretary General of CVTL welcomed the ARC representatives and acknowledged the longstanding partnership between the two organizations. “CVTL and ARC have been working together for many years, and we sincerely appreciate ARC’s ongoing support. Their assistance has been invaluable in strengthening our ability to serve vulnerable communities in Timor-Leste,” he said.
Looking ahead, both organizations remain committed to implementing the strategies and ideas discussed during the visit.
