Young MDA
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About Us
Young Magen David Adom was founded in 2004, with the mission of raising awareness and funds for Magen David Adom amongst young professionals.
Having witnessed the Magen David Adom infrastructure and facilities in Israel and spent much time with the volunteers and leaders of the Charity, the committee fully understands the needs of MDA and its reliance on its supporters and donors.
Over the past 7 years, YMDA has held an array of very successful, well-attended events. All the events have been themed and managed to exceed ordinary expectations. With sponsorship secured before each event, 100% of all income can go straight to the charity, which is spent based on the principle “Israel tells us what it needs and we try to buy it”.
Over £300,000 has been raised from YMDA events so far. To see what events we have coming up click here.
Funded Projects
‘Prank’ Call Filter System
Magen David Adom, like all emergency organizations in Israel, puts up with harassing ‘prank’ callers in its regional dispatch centers. Magen David Adom, with the help of an outside computer company, has developed a software which is able to sift through these harassing calls on emergency lines. This will subsequently diminish the burden on dispatching centers’ routine and emergency activities, enabling Magen David Adom to provide a better service to the general public. A similar software is already being used by the Israeli Police and has proved its efficiency in regard to this problem. After determining the software’s requirements and receiving the legal approval to set it in motion, the system is now ready to be implemented in all Magen David Adom dispatching centers.
Answering Service System
Magen David Adom’s answering service system enables the transfer of calls to voice compartments which dispense a wide range of medical data such as: Pharmacies and ERs turns of duty, MDA First Aid courses, Blood Donations at MDA stations, etc. This system is already in use in five regional dispatching centers and at MDA Blood Services as well as at MDA National Headquarters. This system will now be installed in the six remaining regional dispatching centers.
Computer equipment
Funds have been used to provide laptop computers to assist with MDA training. Effective training is key to the success of Magen David Adom and this new computer equipment will dramatically improve the organization’s activities and heighten the level of services given by Magen David Adom.
The Future
With regular sell-out events, a reputation for originality and entertainment, and over £300,000 raised, Young Magen David Adom has already gone a part of the way to achieving its mission. But there is still a long way to go.
Young Magen David Adom will work tirelessly to further its mission by broadening its range of events, increasing its network of donors and extending its reach outside of London.
The committee is planning a fact-finding mission in Israel in 2012 to see its projects first hand.
Get involved
If you would like to know more or become more involved with the work of YMDA please contact Jodie Norman at the Magen David Adom office on 020 8201 5900.
Making a donation to Young Magen David Adom
A donation towards the work of Young Magen David Adom can be made by credit or debit card using our secure online donation facility and choosing ‘Young MDA’ from the ‘Make a donation’ selection box.
Young Patrons
For just £42 a month you can play a significant part in Magen David Adom’s work in Israel. By becoming a Young Patron you will be showing ongoing support and commitment to Israel’s only medical emergency and blood service. In return, your contribution will be recognized on the Young Magen David Adom letterhead and Young Magen David Adom communications.
In addition, Young Patrons will receive:
· Personal updates from the Magen David Adom Fundraising team
· Invitations to exclusive Young Patrons events
· The opportunity to participate in a Young Patrons mission
To become a Young Patron and help MDA to save more lives just click here or contact Jodie in the office on 020 8201 5900.
