Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) is an international organization humanitarian aid that has been providing medical assistance to those affected for more than 50 years. armed conflicts, epidemics and natural disasters. The organization also conducts prevention and training activities in case of crisis situations.

The aim of the project, which Ełk is joining, is to increasing the competences of participants in the field of crisis response, organization of medical assistance, patient care in emergency situations and the exchange of experience with experts with experience in international humanitarian missions.

The training project will be attended by representatives of the health sector and those involved in outreach and rescue services.

As part of the project, a series of trainings is planned, workshops and expert meetings. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about modern solutions used during medical activities carried out in difficult conditions and gain knowledge useful in everyday professional work.

The project is based on several training modules covering m.in mental health, preparedness for crisis situations, the preparation of underground and reinforced hospital facilities or a plan of action in the event of mass events injured parties.

training will be attended by representatives from the hospital Municipal Pro-Medic and the 118th Military Hospital with the SPZOZ Clinic in Ełk.  Training is also planned officials.  The first meetings have already been held at the Ełk City Hall to discuss the training and consultation schedule. The project will start in around autumn.