Who We Are

Heart First Aid Africa is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to improving health and well-being in rural communities by providing education, social services, and humanitarian assistance starting in Ghana with the goal of expanding throughout Africa. Our programs operate in various public settings, such as schools, places of worship, and community centers, working in close collaboration with dedicated volunteers and healthcare partners to create a meaningful and lasting impact on the lives of those we serve.

What We Do

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Community-based Health Education Programs

Heart First Aid Africa provides more than 50 community-based health education programs, which include first aid skills training, to empower communities to respond effectively to emergencies and save lives. In addition, we offer programs that provide individuals with valuable knowledge on health promotion, disease prevention, and proper health monitoring.

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Hands-on

The organization takes a hands-on approach, actively engaging with local communities, committed volunteers, and healthcare partners to tailor programs that address specific needs, ensuring a meaningful and lasting impact.

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Radio Audience

Alongside the complimentary live health initiatives, fostering a culture of health awareness and preventive care was achieved through contributing to a daily health segment on a nationally syndicated radio show in Ghana. This initiative not only raised awareness about the importance of preventive care but also encouraged listeners to make positive changes in their daily habits.

Empower Change

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Health and Safety are Fundamental Human Rights.

Since our establishment in 2019, we have invested significant time and resources into our health projects. As we look to the future and the expansion of our services, our focus will include providing complimentary medical supplies and equipment for effective self-monitoring and women’s health screenings through our health campaigns, #KnowYourNumbers and #HeartWomenHeartFamilies. By empowering individuals to take proactive steps toward managing their health,  we aim to achieve improved health indicators and healthier communities. 

The 10 Essential Public Health Services

The 10 Essential Public Health Services provide a framework for public health to protect and promote the health of all people in all communities. To achieve equity, the Essential Public Health Services actively promote policies, systems, and overall community conditions that enable optimal health for all and seek to remove systemic and structural barriers that have resulted in health inequities. Such barriers include poverty, racism, gender discrimination, ableism, and other forms of oppression. Everyone should have a fair and just opportunity to achieve optimal health and well-being.

Goals

  1. Assess and monitor population health status, factors that influence health, and community needs and assets
  2. Investigate, diagnose, and address health problems and hazards affecting the population
  3. Communicate effectively to inform and educate people about health, factors that influence it, and how to improve it
  4. Strengthen, support, and mobilize communities and partnerships to improve health
  5. Create, champion, and implement policies, plans, and laws that impact health
  6. Utilize legal and regulatory actions designed to improve and protect the public’s health
  7. Assure an effective system that enables equitable access to the individual services and care needed to be healthy
  8. Build and support a diverse and skilled public health workforce
  9. Improve and innovate public health functions through ongoing evaluation, research, and continuous quality improvement
  10. Build and maintain a strong organizational infrastructure for public health
Source:https://www.cdc.gov/publichealthgateway/publichealthservices/essentialhealthservices.html

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) emphasizes the importance of educating the public about health issues to empower informed decision-making.

By raising awareness and promoting health education, we can create a healthier and more informed society.

Alima's Story

 

My name is Alima Toure. I am the founder of Heart First Aid Africa.

During my childhood, I tragically lost several family members to medical emergencies. Witnessing the devastating consequences of preventable tragedies that have claimed the lives of my loved ones served as a powerful motivation for me to establish Heart First Aid Africa Corp., a nonprofit organization driven by professionalism and compassion where we prioritize preventative care and health education.

Whether you choose to volunteer your time, donate to our cause, or simply spread awareness about our mission, every action helps. Working together, we have the power to effect positive change and forge a healthier future for marginalized communities.

 

Welcome and thank you for your interest and support.

Sincerely,

Alima

Alima@HeartFirstAidAfrica.org

VISION

An environment of health and wellness across underserved communities, where individuals understand and prioritize the importance of preventive health measures, and where health emergencies are swiftly addressed to reduce mortalities and morbidities

MISSION

Our mission is to cultivate healthier and safer communities by prioritizing health education, with a particular emphasis on providing effective first aid training.