Humanitarian aid
The role of the Royal Navy isn’t all about combat. In fact, as you read this, our people are involved in humanitarian aid missions all over the world. They’re restoring power and delivering supplies, for the people who need it most.
When you join the Royal Navy, you’re part of an organisation that helps people in need, deploying to some truly unique environments to provide relief, from man-made catastrophes that result in severe poverty, to life threatening natural disasters. Explore the map below to see some of our humanitarian work.
Operation Weald
Typhoon Haiyan
Operation Gritrock
people helped in the Philippines after Typhoon Haiyan
litres of fresh water supplied by HMS Illustrious
tonnes of food and aid were delivered to those in trouble
refugees rescued by HMS Bulwark in a 60-day operation in the Med
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Helping deliver aid to Sierra Leone was the best and most rewarding experience of my career in the Royal Navy. It was hard work, but I got to work side-by-side with the people who would benefit most, and saw what a difference my efforts made.
James
Marine Engineer
I’ll never forget the people we met in the Philippines after the devastation of Typhoon Haiyan. They saw us working out in the heat trying to get their school back up and running, and were trying to give us food and water – and yet they were the ones in need. It was a humbling experience I will never forget.
Sophie
Logistics Officer
Alongside my day job, I get trained in emergency response, first aid and firefighting. That means I get called upon when the ship responds to a request for aid. Getting stuck in and making a difference is what sets this career apart.
Angus
Catering Services