African Initiative Association Conducts First Aid Workshop at Sandogo B General Education College in Burkina Faso

OUAGADOUGOU, Burkina Faso – In an effort to enhance safety and health awareness in educational settings, the African Initiative association, in collaboration with Russian cooperation, held a first aid workshop on Friday for the students, parents, and staff of the Sandogo B General Education College (CEG). The workshop aimed at equipping participants with essential emergency relief skills.

According to Burkina Information Agency, the workshop emphasized the importance of mastering basic health care techniques within the school environment. Azenwo Soumaïla Ayo, President of the African Initiative Association, highlighted the critical role that knowledge of emergency first aid plays in addressing potential injuries and ailments among students before professional medical treatment can be obtained. The training session, led by Doctor Dolbnya Dmitri, attracted over fifty attendees, including students, parents, and school administration members, underlining the collective commitment to fostering a safe educational atmosphere.

The workshop in Ouagadougou covered various practical skills, such as cardiac massage and the lateral safety position, alongside the appropriate use of first aid supplies and the importance of promptly contacting emergency services. Furthermore, the training addressed how to respond to specific emergencies like electrocution, drowning, snake bites, and burns, providing comprehensive preparedness for a range of potential incidents.

This initiative not only strengthens the community’s ability to respond to emergencies but also bolsters the relationship between the Burkinabè people and the Russian Federation, showcasing a collaborative approach to health education. Patrick Sourou, the Director of CEG Sandogo B, expressed the significance of such knowledge for those involved in education, acknowledging the critical learning outcomes of the workshop.

Feedback from the workshop participants was overwhelmingly positive, with Rufin Somé, President of the Parents’ Association, expressing gratitude towards the African Initiative for organizing the training. Somé also voiced the desire for the establishment of a medical-school center within the college, further indicating the community’s interest in advancing health and safety measures.

The distribution of first aid equipment to college officials marks another step towards ensuring that the Sandogo B General Education College is better prepared to handle health emergencies, reflecting the broader goals of the African Initiative’s educational and health-related endeavors in Ouagadougou.