Case Study: SACMHF empowers young people with lifesaving CPR training

Thanks to a £1,500 grant from Resuscitation Council UK, the Sandwell African Caribbean Mental Health Foundation (SACMHF) successfully delivered vital resuscitation training to young people in Birmingham.

Partnering with Mini First Aid, SACMHF hosted two interactive workshops at Aston Manor Academy and one at Queensbridge School, equipping students with essential CPR and first aid skills. These hands-on sessions provided students with the confidence to act in emergency situations, ensuring they could respond effectively in a crisis.

Aligned with the PSHE and ASDAN curriculum, the training reinforced key values of responsibility, safety, and care for others, particularly benefiting children from diverse ethnic communities.

A total of 45 students took part, with many expressing a newfound confidence in handling emergency situations. Teachers also highlighted the importance of incorporating life-saving training into school curriculums.

One student shared their confidence in applying their new skills, saying, "I know what to do if this happens when I am shopping." Another commented, "The dummies were a great idea to try it on, and it has taught me something for the future."

The success of this initiative demonstrates the invaluable impact of Resuscitation Council UK’s Community Grant Scheme in reaching underserved communities and empowering young people with life-saving knowledge. To find out more about Resuscitation Council UK’s Community Grant Scheme and how we’re supporting communities across the UK, please read our dedicated information hub.