YOUR WORLD. DISCOVER IT. UNIBREAK

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1 Antipodeans Abroad Flinders University Health Placement Vietnam YOUR WORLD. DISCOVER IT. UNIBREAK

2 Flinders University Health Placement What? Three week Community Health Placement in Vietnam. Students start with a visit to the local hospital in Hanoi and then travel to Mai Chau to work alongside local health staff to set up mobile health clinics in each village. Why? Allow students to travel overseas and gain practical health care experience in very different and resource-poor environments. When? 27 November 18 December 2011

3 What is a UniBreak? Structured placements for groups of skilled students to further their study and experience Gain credit for international professional experience Add value to your resume Support local communities Managed travel & cultural immersion experience Test yourself to the limits and explore the world!

4 Who is Antipodeans Abroad? Australian owned with 15 years experience in designing and operating overseas adventurous trips and challenges Experienced Staff Well-researched itineraries Strong Risk Management Procedures Responsible Tourism Policy and Guidelines Experienced in-country agents and local guides Full support prior, during and post UniBreak placement

5 In-Country Agent In-country local partners Oversees meet and greet plus orientation of student group Organises sustainable community project in line with university course and academic requirements Responsible for management and safety of students 24-hour back-up and support

6 to Where is the placement? Mai Chau, Vietnam Begin with a day shadowing doctors and nurses in a provincial hospital in the capital city, Hanoi. Then travel west to the sleepy hilltribe region of the Mai Chau Valley. Immerse yourself completely in the fascinating culture and experience health care in a disadvantaged area with limited or no access to health care.

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8 Quick Info Trip Grade: Dates: Length: Depart: Return: Challenging 27 Nov 18 Dec 3 weeks Adelaide Hanoi Total Cost: $4590 (based on 12 students travelling)

9 Itinerary Day 1-2 Depart Australia - Arrive in Hanoi. Orientation and welcome dinner. Day 3-4 Enjoy sightseeing in Hanoi, visiting the orphanage and a day at Bach Mai hospital Day 5: Visit the Ho Chi MInh Quarter, and the Ethnology museum before travelling out to Mai Chau Day 6: Observe local doctors and nurses at Mai Chau hospital and ask questions about health care provision in the area

10 Itinerary Working Week Travel by foot and local transport to earmarked villages in the Mai Chau region. Observe and assist nurses in local clinics, run health education classes at schools and gain insight into health care and health problems in the area. Free time Immerse yourself in the local culture, explore each different village, enjoy delicious homecooked Vietnamese food, meet the locals, observe a new way of life. *Traditional Vietnamese cooking class *Trip to Halong Bay

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14 Inclusions International airfares ex. Adelaide Travel Insurance Accommodation and most meals Transport and airport transfers Community Health Placement Cooking class in Hanoi Trip to Halong Bay Antipodeans Abroad Training Workshop In-country meet & greet, orientation and project management Guides and Interpreters Placement and screened community project 24 hr back-up by Antipodeans Abroad in Australia and in country

15 Exclusions Visa Vaccinations Some meals

16 Accommodation & Meals 2* guesthouse in the heart of the Old Quarter Hanoi Traditional homestays in Mai Chau, Hang Kia and Van - basic but facilities provided and all meals catered for

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18 Highlights Invaluable professional and personal experience Opportunity to gain insight into health care in a developing community Use the experience to gain credit towards one of your academic units Discover the fascinating area of Mai Chau Travel with a group of other health students from Flinders University Antipodeans Abroad experienced guides Back up support Support the local resource-poor community Explore this amazing part of the world!!!

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20 Do I need to be a fit or experienced traveller? You will need to be reasonably fit We will provide you with all sorts of support and advice to ensure you are fully prepared for the experience Tough but rewarding experience! Have to have a love of water!

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22 How do I Fundraise? Fundraising Guide provided with lots of tips and advice Hold group fundraising events - cinema nights, sausage sizzles, raffles, parties! Approach local schools for resources and supplies Approach media and local businesses for support Fundraising meeting to see how you are doing and provide support It s easier than you think!

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25 What next? Read the Information Brief with any questions Submit expression of interest to Annette Stenberg of Louise Reynolds by Friday 15 April Submit booking form and deposit First team meeting Start fundraising

26 Find out more! Antipodeans Abroad twitter.com/antipodeans Thank you!