hosted by The Black Emergency Managers Association International,

Samuel DeWitt Proctor Conference, Inc.

and Faith-Based Community Partners

Black  Emergency Managers  Association International (BEMA) and Samuel DeWitt Proctor (SDPC) is hosting a city-wide Boston  "Until HELP Arrives" hybrid (virtual and in-person) training. 

On-Line Virtual Training

Tuesday February 11, 2025 6pm - 8:30pm

In- Person Training

Tuesday February 18, 2025

At the end of the free 5-hour course, participants will be able to help citizens prepare for an emergency. Use simple and effective skills to save lives.

  • Communicate with 9-1-1 operators effectively.

  • Act to protect the injured from further harm.

  • Position the injured.

  • Stop life-threatening bleeding.

  • Provide emotional support.

The course is FREE  and you will receive access Boston "Until HELP Arrives" members portal and "Until HELP Arrives" kit upon course completion.

This  no cost training includes an online lecture portion and is to be followed up by an in-person, hands-on practical portion.