Our Story
The Origins
The Idea
behind The QuickFix Learning Hub
Mission
Reduce preventable deaths by equipping communities with first aid and health knowledge.
The Problem
Thousands of Kenyans die each year due to a lack of basic first aid skills, particularly in situations like:
- Sudden cardiac arrest
- Stroke
- Choking in infants
- Severe bleeding injuries
The Solution
The Quick Fix Learning Hub works to bridge the gap in accessibility to first aid education by:
- Providing free resources on first aid
- Offering courses and training programs
Conducting research to improve access for disadvantaged groups
Beliefs
- Knowledge is power: Equipping individuals with first aid skills can save lives.
- Community is key: A strong, informed community is better equipped to handle emergencies.
- Accessibility matters: Everyone, regardless of their background, should have access to life-saving knowledge.
Our Brand
The Core
Culture
- Compassionate: A culture of empathy and care for others.
- Collaborative: A focus on teamwork and partnership within the community.
- Innovative: A commitment to staying at the forefront of first aid education and best practices.
Voice
- Informative: Clear and concise communication of first aid information.
- Empowering: A tone that encourages individuals to take action and feel confident in their abilities.
- Accessible: Using language and terminology that is easy to understand.
Feeling
- Safety: Instilling a sense of security and preparedness.
- Empowerment: Fostering a belief in one's ability to make a difference.
- Community: Promoting a feeling of belonging and support within the community.
Tribe
Lifesavers: A group of individuals who are passionate about saving lives and making a positive impact on their communities.
Learners: People who are eager to acquire new knowledge and skills.
Advocates: Individuals who are committed to spreading awareness about the importance of first aid education.
What makes us different
What makes us different
Our Course curriculums are locally developed and contextualized to the Kenyan and African set up
We have redefined First Aid in Kenya by incorporating local contexts, while still upholding the Science
We leverage on technology to have First Aid guidelines readily available on our website in English and Swahili
Our Team
Meet the hardworking team that's making The QuickFix project possible.
Christine Gichana
Co Founder
christine@thequickfix.org
Duncan Ndichu
Marketing
duncan@thequickfixorg
Frank Mocha
Social Media
frank@thequickfixorg
William Kimanzi
Founder
kimanzi@thequickfix.org
Dr. Wanjiru Kariuki, MD
Clinical Head
medical@thequickfixorg
From the Horse’s mouth
“Practicing as an entry-level Paramedic in urban and rural Kenya, I Witnessed firsthand how a little more knowledge and willingness from bystanders could have drastically changed outcomes during emergencies.The QuickFix Learning Hub is committed to changing this!”
Our mission is to make sure every Kenyan has easy access to accurate First Aid education, empowering communities to save lives until advanced medical help arrives.
Let's collaborate
