Dominican Republic: Global Health Initiative

Bring your leadership skills to the next level! This experience is ideal for those looking to explore a new culture, make new friends, and get hands-on experience in the field of public health and medicine through volunteer work. Learn from local leaders and meet teens from across North America (and the world!) as you spend two weeks working, playing, and learning together. 

In the mornings, we'll wake early and engage in projects that lend a hand with public health initiatives in a nearby Haitian refugee community, working on projects such as sanitation, community outreach and infrastructure. We will also have the unique opportunity to shadow and assist health professionals in medical clinics. After lunch, enjoy our beautiful Home Base, a hidden ecolodge complete with swimming pool and open-air dorms. Practice your Spanish with local staff and immerse yourself in Caribbean culture! We'll also dive deep to discover our individual paths, including exploring our leadership styles and professional and educational goals for the future. 

Highlights include:

• Swim in the natural caves of the majestic Dudu Lagoon
• Cruise on a catamaran and snorkel in the crystal blue Caribbean
• Test your limits on an adrenaline-packed waterfall adventure
• Explore colonial Puerto Plata, including its famous cableway an distinct architecture