Museums And Archives

Saving Lives Together: 150 Years of Community First Aid

We will bring the history of community first aid to broad and diverse audiences across England and inspire more people to get involved with our lifesaving mission. We will spotlight the voices and experiences of volunteers over the last 150 years and the vital role that civilians have played in first aid emergency response. Heritage at risk will be protected through recording and preserving undocumented stories of post-war first aid, from the development of CPR to volunteers’ contributions during Covid-19. With co-creation central, St John volunteers and young people will learn new heritage skills and explore the past, present and future of first aid through hands-on events and activities. They will be empowered and equipped to share these stories with the communities they serve. Their contributions will help us transform our Museum in London, with new interactive people-centred and accessible interpretation that inspires visitors to join today’s first aid movement.