In just a month approximately 800 individuals and 15 partner organizations have enlisted in the Association of First Aid and Tactical Medicine Operators and Instructors

During the past month, the Association of First Aid and Tactical Medicine Operators and Instructors has seen a substantial surge in membership, with approximately 800 individuals and 15 partner organizations jumping on board, marking a promising start for its revamped operations. 

Leonid Fedorovskyi, Chairman of the Board, disclosed these developments during a briefing at the Media Center Ukraine – Ukrinform.

“We’re seeing some really encouraging positive strides made. Already, around 800 individuals have been attracted, and this is just the tip of the iceberg. Additionally, we’ve secured partnerships with 15 organizations, with whom we’re collaborating on a project basis. They’ve come aboard through memorandum activities and associate memberships. Our organization is picking up steam rapidly, actively engaging in initiatives. We’re dedicated to enhancing our effectiveness, including through partnerships with government institutions,” he explained.

Furthermore, Fedorovskyi outlined several ongoing initiatives, with a key focus on developing a web platform for knowledge exchange among medical professionals, rescuers, and first responders.

Moreover, in collaboration with state entities, progress on the “Professional Standard for Tactical Medicine Instructor” project has reached 70% completion.

“We anticipate that within the next 1-2 months, we’ll establish an officially recognized profession for tactical medicine instructors, along with a formal process for accrediting individuals engaged in this profession,” he stated.

The Association’s Chairman also highlighted ongoing and forthcoming initiatives, including workshops addressing legal advocacy for military personnel, the training of tactical medicine instructors, and more.

Simultaneously, he underscored the organization’s initiation of three significant projects alongside the ongoing and forthcoming ones. These include “Research on the effectiveness of tactical medicine training,” “Alignment of civilian and military care standards,” and “Development of quality benchmarks for first aid and tactical medicine.”

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