AMBASSADOR DR. LUIS SUÁREZ HERNÁNDEZ NAMED "U.S. AMBASSADOR AND GUARDIAN OF GLOBAL CULTURE"
Mr. Dr. LUIS SUÁREZ HERNÁNDEZ—U.S. Ambassador (Miami, Florida)—is hereby formally accredited as Coordinator/Representative and International Peace Officer by the Ecuadorian Foundation for Immediate Operational Search and Rescue Response (National and International), known as "FERIOBRNI BOINAS ROJAS," based in the city of Riobamba.
This recognition is granted in acknowledgment of his demonstrated commitment, dedication, and effort toward the Foundation, specifically regarding the strengthening of rescue operations, volunteer initiatives, and social aid efforts.
He has formally signed an agreement establishing his prerogative with FERIOBRNI BOINAS ROJAS, pledging to demonstrate loyalty, commitment, and responsibility through the year 2030.
The Ecuadorian Foundation for Immediate Operational Search and Rescue Response (National and International).
WHO WE ARE:
FERIOBRNI "BOINAS ROJAS" shall be governed in accordance with the Constitution of the Republic of Ecuador, the provisions of the Civil Code, international treaties and conventions, and any other legal provisions applicable to these Statutes. Ministerial Resolution No. 0085-R; Ministerial Agreement No. 000029-20-08-2014; SUIOS Code: 0000133749 (Secretariat for Human Rights). We are a foundation possessing private legal personality; we are a non-profit organization dedicated to social and public purposes, endowed with our own assets and autonomous private administration, and possessing the legal capacity to exercise rights and incur obligations. RUC No. 0691784327001.
MISSION
To support the entire citizenry by providing competent personnel trained in various specialties within the fields of prevention, emergency response, disaster search and rescue, humanitarian aid, and the diverse areas of Risk Management; to forge bonds of cooperation among the various governmental and private entities responsible for administering and participating in disaster safety management; and to extend our support and ideals to the general community in the face of any arising contingency—aiming to satisfy support needs during any adverse event while fulfilling a social duty characterized by high levels of excellence, motivation, professionalism, and loyalty—achieved through the implementation and strengthening of training processes for both volunteer personnel and the community, as well as within the specialized domains of search and rescue knowledge.
VISION
To be a foundation worthy of training pioneer volunteers in the delivery of our services—volunteers dedicated to meeting the operational needs of immediate search-and-rescue response during emergencies and natural disasters, and to addressing related issues with both quality and spirit.
To be a specialized team composed of committed and highly trained personnel, capable of supporting and managing the events and actions necessary to prevent, mitigate, respond to, and facilitate the recovery of communities affected by emergencies and disasters.
OBJECTIVES
Strengthen the educational and training processes for our volunteers regarding the prevention of and response to emergencies or disasters; promoting service-oriented actions—specifically basic care for the injured—within the community, the family unit, and society at large.
GENERAL OBJECTIVES
Enhance the probability of survival by safeguarding human life.
Mitigate the risk of mortality throughout the human life cycle.
Reduce biological and geological risks within our challenging environment through training, prevention, and intervention, in accordance with the scope of action outlined in Article 1.
Foster, develop, and provide advisory support to the governing authority whenever requested.
Improve the management and operation of rescue equipment, adhering to the guidelines established by the regulatory body.
SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES
Distribute humanitarian assistance during emergencies, facilitating its delivery in coordination with the governing authority to ensure the physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual integrity and well-being of individuals across all public and private institutions and within the family environment—specifically through the execution of projects aimed at fostering the *Sumak Kawsay* (harmonious living) of society.