The Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health info www.proworldvolunteers.org
Intro to ProWorld: Who we are? Founded in 1998 Expanded to 15 countries globally Latin America (Belize, Brazil, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Mexico, Panama, Peru) Asia (Cambodia, India, Nepal, Thailand, Philippines) Africa (Ghana, Morocco, South Africa) Nearly 6000 alumni Mission: Promote social and economic development, empower communities, conserve the environment, and cultivate educated and compassionate global citizens. Program-types Volunteer: 1-26 weeks Personal development Intern: 1-6 months Professional experience Study Abroad Academic Focus, mixed with Development work Fall, Spring, Summer Group Programs Projects are defined based on the needs identified by the community and we match the skills and interests of the participants info www.proworldvolunteers.org
Projects Health: Promote health education; Hands-on Clinical work Education: Primary and High Schools, Education Center Women s Empowerment: Working with women s group in Urban and Rural areas Environment / Conservation Land-use Management Organic Farm/ Butterfly School gardening programs. General education on the need to preserve. Community Development: Sustainable Farming Assisting governmental and non-governmental groups with construction projects..
Program Offerings ProWorld programs include the following: Airport pick-up, Airport Drop-off (or Drop-off Stipend) Cultural Classes Excursions: 2 weekend Excursions Orientation: Comprehensive overview upon arrival Homestays/Accommodations Meals: 3 meals/day Project: 30-40 hours per week (this can and does vary). Transportation or Transportation Stipend to and from project Staff support throughout program 24-hour Emergency Staff support Use of ProWorld lounge area Wireless Internet access Clean drinking water
Public Health Programs Belize, Ecuador, Peru, Brazil, Ghana, South Africa, Nepal, and Thailand Shadow doctors in local hospitals Organize health clinics in rural communities Educate children in local schools Gain hands-on experience, observe health practices in another country, educate youth about nutrition, hygiene, common health risks, etc.
Day in the Life 7am: Breakfast 8-9am: Get to work! 12pm: Lunch 5pm: Workday ends (start and end times vary depending on the type of project the participant is working at) 6pm: Dinner with homestay family ProWorld weekly activities (Participant check-ins, Cultural classes ) On other weekends participants often travel independently, hang around town, or go on excursions
Next Steps? Check us out on the web at www.proworldvolunteers.org for more Country and Project specific info Contact a Program Advisor at 877-429-6753 or info@proworldvolunteers.org Submit application online via our website Submit $200 deposit to reserve your space Finalize program interests with on-site program delivery team Submit final payment 45 days prior to start date Go Abroad!
Scholarship & Fundraising Opportunities Media Intern Scholarship ProWorld will award a $500 Media Intern Scholarship to one incoming ProWorld volunteer, intern, or study abroad participant per term (Fall, Spring, or Summer session). Scholarship recipients would be responsible for blogs, photographs, and videos about their ProWorld program and projects. This scholarship is only available to those who have prior experience (or are majoring) in Photography, Video production, or Journalism. General and Heritage ProWorld Scholarships ($100 to $500) General Scholarship: All Participants are eligible to apply Heritage Scholarship: ProWorld encourages participants to visit or revisit their ancestral home. The Heritage Scholarship is offered to ProWorld participants whose family is originally from their chosen program location. Discounts Bring a Friend Discount: Semester: $400 Volunteer/Intern: $200 Alumni: Volunteer: $200 Intern: $500 Summer Study: $500 Semester Study: $750 Check out our website for more Scholarship & Discount info: http://www.proworldvolunteers.org/about-us/scholarships
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