Our Values

At Ixchel First Aid, our mission is powered by a set of uncompromising values that redefine what it means to be a first responder. We don't just teach skills; we cultivate a culture of courageous care. We believe in:

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• We are committed to achieving equity in emergency care. Our training isn't just about what to do, but about who you are when you do it – challenging and decentering implicit biases to ensure every person receives immediate, dignified, and prejudice-free intervention.

• We cultivate environments where freedom of speech thrives, distinguished clearly from hate speech. We welcome the awkward and the challenging conversations that are necessary to forge genuine understanding, break down silos, and build a truly inclusive community.  

• We critically address the mental and emotional health needs of our youth, equipping them with not just skills, but profound self-efficacy and resilience. Our courses are designed to be a catalyst for their personal power, integrating conversations on diversity and inclusion to shape compassionate and capable leaders.  

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• We transcend conventional training, integrating emotional intelligence and cultural humility as foundational pillars. Our approach acknowledges the full humanity of those in crisis, ensuring responders intervene not just physically but with profound human dignity. We believe in the power of collective action.