Our centres host first aid classes in conjunction with local healthcare organisations – such as the Rwanga Community hospital. Basic first aid skills are demonstrated and then practiced by the participants so that they can use these skills in their daily lives and within the community. Upon completion, participants receive a first aid medical bag containing supplies that they can use on their own to put their newly acquired skills to work.
CASE STUDY
Nora is an ISIS survivor who came to live in camp after several family members were killed in the war. She lives with her sick mother, and first aid training has given her more confidence that she will be able to help if she faints or has urgent medical needs. “I’m alone with her and I knew that I need to learn the first aid skills so as to be able to help my mother. She is the only one left for me and I want to take care of her very well.”