About MDA Friends Societies
Magen David Adom cultivates and encourages ties with individuals and associations around the world. MDA has Friends Societies in many countries across five continents. These societies organize public community activities and receive donations on behalf of MDA in order to establish and renovate stations, and acquire ambulances and medical equipment. Several associations also sponsor development programs such as "Command & Control" and Computerization and Modern Data Systems. They also contribute to professional training and refresher courses for MDA staff and volunteers.
Throughout the year, Magen David Adom hosts many visitors and representatives from the various Friends Societies abroad. These visitors come to Israel to participate in ambulance dedication ceremonies and to tour MDA stations nation-wide. Close ties are often established between visitors and MDA personnel.
