Week of anti-knife crime activities to fund Sefton student first-aid training
It includes a Bootle to Southport school relay
Thousands of schoolchildren, teachers and staff from across Sefton will be taking part in anti-knife crime activities this week - to raise money for student first-aid training.
The week includes assemblies, a relay race between Bootle and Southport, and five teachers from Southport Learning Trust running the London Marathon on Sunday.
60 children will also be representing the borough on Saturday in the Mini London Marathon.
It's all to support the #kNOwKnifeCrime campaign in its third year.
In previous years, Southport Learning Trust has raised money to buy bleed control kits, which have been installed in schools and community spaces across Sefton.
This year, it will go towards the roll out of Mini Medics- an initiative to train children in CPR, catastrophic bleed control, and how to respond in emergency situations.
Laura Hughes, who founded the campaign after losing her brother Colin McGinty to knife crime, said:
"What Southport Learning Trust continues to achieve is nothing short of inspirational. Their fundraising efforts over the past three years have brought real, tangible change to our communities.
"This year's focus on first aid education will help young people understand the importance of acting in emergencies and hopefully save lives. We're so grateful for their continued support and belief in this mission."
Christina Greaves, Head of Primary Education at Southport Learning Trust, said:
"At Southport Learning Trust, our partnership with kNOwKnifeCrime empowers young people to stand up for safety and unity. Through education and proactive action, we equip our students with the knowledge, confidence, and courage to keep themselves and others safe.
"Our fundraising efforts bring students together with a shared purpose - to build safer, stronger communities for all."
Laura Grigsby, Head of Careers Education/Children's University Manager - lead on Mini Medics - said:
"Elevate EBP is proud to support the #kNOwKnifeCrime campaign in partnership with Southport Learning Trust through the delivery of our Mini Medics training.
"This engaging and age-appropriate training equips young people with vital first response skills, giving them the confidence to act in an emergency.
"The training provides students with a well-rounded introduction to basic first-aid, while also teaching them how to stay safe and make responsible choices."