Eurobank initiative teaches first aid to young participants

Eurobank recently organised a first aid training event for the children of its employees in Nicosia, offering a hands-on educational experience designed to teach life-saving skills to participants aged six to twelve.

The initiative was held as part of the bank’s #VolunteersChallenge volunteer action, which continues for another year with strong participation and engagement.

During the event, children between the ages of six and twelve took part in an interactive first aid training experience, where learning was combined with practical demonstrations and activities.

The initiative was organised by Eurobank’s human resources unit in cooperation with the State Health Services Organisation (Okypy) ambulance service directorate and training office.

According to the organisers, the aim was not only to teach basic first aid practices but also to strengthen the children’s confidence, sense of responsibility and empathy.

Through music and interactive presentations, the children learned how to respond during an emergency situation, even at a young age.

Among the skills taught were how to call for immediate help, how to react if someone loses consciousness, how to place a person in the recovery position, and how to perform basic chest compressions.

Participants were also shown how to identify and locate an automated external defibrillator in public spaces, a device commonly referred to as an AED.

The training session also included discussions and practical examples on road safety, covering safe behaviour on the road and inside vehicles.

Particular emphasis was placed on the importance of wearing helmets and protective equipment when travelling by bicycle, scooter or other personal mobility devices.

Speaking during the event, nursing officer and health and safety officer of the ambulance service directorate, Vassos Argyrou, representing the director of the service, highlighted the importance of learning first aid skills from an early age.

“First aid education from childhood is crucial,” said nursing officer and health and safety officer Vassos Argyrou.

“With simple language and an experiential approach, children can understand and apply basic practices that save lives,” he added.

“We are particularly pleased with Eurobank’s initiative, which with sensitivity invests in prevention and the education of the new generation,” Argyrou continued.

From the bank’s side, deputy head of the human resources unit Loukas Theodorou welcomed the children and their parents and emphasised the importance of first aid knowledge.

“First aid knowledge is a gift of life,” said deputy head of the human resources unit Loukas Theodorou.

“A simple action, such as immediately calling for help, can change the outcome of a critical moment,” he added.

“We warmly thank the ambulance service of Okypy for their cooperation and for the time they devoted to our children,” Theodorou said.

The event was held as part of the International Year of Volunteering for Sustainable Development 2026, reflecting the growing emphasis on community engagement and social contribution.

It also forms part of Eurobank’s ESG strategy, specifically within the pillar focusing on society and people.

The bank considers it important to promote social responsibility from a young age, encouraging values such as solidarity, prevention and community support.

Through this initiative, Eurobank said it continues to support actions that contribute to shaping active and socially aware citizens, reinforcing its commitment to community development and education.