Description

Gambia is a tiny fertile sliver of vast and varied Africa, but is no less appealing for its dainty size. It is characterised by the might of the eponymous Gambia river; this vast tract of water pierces the country through its heart and saturates the surrounding land with fresh water, ensuring flourishing ecosystems, forests brimming with every variety of flora and fauna, and an intriguing culture that has evolved from roots embedded in the artisanal fishing traditions. Visit this perfect pocket of an ancient continent to discover mysterious standing stones, tribal dancing, a dazzling array of wildlife and an African adventure that will be truly unforgettable!

* What Will I Be Doing?

Your work in the village will be a mixture of general basic healthcare and advice. You may be dealing with anything from common complaints like headaches and toothaches to more serious ailments such as malaria and typhoid. You will be assisting the doctors in taking vital measurements such as blood pressure and temperature as well as dispensing medication and undertaking nursing duties.

A typical itinerary for the day may include:

8.30: A breakfast consisting of local Tapalapa bread with condiments and pancakes.

9.30: Go around the classrooms for a general health check on the children.

11.00: Visit compounds (living areas) in the village to check up on the health of local residents.

13.30: A lunch, usually of fresh salad.

14.30: Look into dietary requirements and implement nutrition programmes for the village.

16.00: Assisting with basic medical procedures in the local clinic.

19.30: Dinner, for example, grilled fish with potatoes.

20.30: Local African entertainment.

Highlights

* Visit this little-known corner of Africa!
* Make lifelong friends.
* Provide an invaluable service to the local community.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

1700

Cost Includes:

• Food
• Housing
• Written materials pre-departure

Program Fees Include:

Before you go:
* Pre-departure support
* Travel & medical advice & documentation
* Equipment advice
* Discounted medical kit
* Free Frontier t-shirt

In-country:
* Airport pick-up & drop-off
* Food
* Accommodation
* Local orientation
* Project briefing
* Ground transfers & in-transit accommodation
* In-country emergency support
* 24-hour international HQ back-up

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

• Community Health
• Health
• Home Visit
• Nutrition
• Volunteering

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants. This Program is also open to Couples and Individuals.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Group living
• Other

Participants Travel

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Phone/Video Interview

Frontier's Mission Statement

To conserve the world's most endangered wildlife and threatened habitats and to build sustainable livelihoods for marginalized and under resourced communities in the world's poorest countries. To create solutions that are apolitical, forward-thinking, community-driven, and innovative and which take into consideration the long-term needs of low income communities.

Year Founded

1989