Description

Your adventure begins in Delhi where you'll spend two days recovering from jet-lag and visiting Delhi's historical sites - including Gandhi's eternal flame and the Red Fort. After some time to rest, you will board a spectacular flight to Ladakh, often called "Little Tibet". Ladakh is one of the most remote regions of India - situated on the Tibetan plateau and encircled by 25,000-ft. mountains.

It is in this setting - under the shadows of the Himalayan and Karakoram Mountains that we set up our clinic in the small town of Leh at 12,000 ft. The clinic provides care to children around the Ladakh valley. Local staff work in the clinic without regard to religious views - Ladakh is home to people of Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist and Christian faith. It is amazing and affirming to be a part of this truly multi-cultural clinic experience.

Days off are spent soaking in the spectacular landscape - taking day hikes or visiting age-old Buddhist monasteries perched on the highest hilltops. After the clinic, there is an optional sightseeing visit to Agra to see the Taj Mahal.

Highlights

* Improve the oral health of hundreds of Ladakhi children.
* Being a part of something bigger than yourself.
* Treat hundreds of children that otherwise lack resources and access to dental care.
* Visit ancient Buddhist monasteries set against a breathtaking landscape.
* Visit the Taj Mahal

Qualifications

There are no qualifications required for non-dental volunteers to participate in this project. Non-dental volunteers help to run the clinic, teach toothbrush instruction, manage patient lines and keep master records.

In addition, we also need qualified Dentists, Hygienists and Assistants to work in the clinic.

Languages

• English

Cost in US$:

From USD 950 to USD 2,450 (depeinding on duration)

Cost Includes:

• Excursions
• Food
• Housing
• In-country orientation/Training
• In-country staff support
• Pre-departure orientation/Training
• Registration fees
• Travel while in host country
• Written materials abroad
• Written materials pre-departure

Experience Required

no

Volunteer Types

Typical Volunteer

GDE volunteers come from all over the world. They range in age from teenagers to grandparents. They love life and are interested in being part of something bigger than themselves. GDE volunteers form long lasting friendships and return year after year.

Age Range

from 18 to 85 years old

This Program is open to

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

Typical Living Arrangements

• Guest House

Participants Travel

Independently or in Groups

Typically Participants Work

Independently or in Groups of 12-16 people

Application Process Involves

• Phone/Video Interview
• Written Application

Typically The Application Process Time is

1 to 2 weeks

Global Dental Expeditions's Mission Statement

Global Dental Expeditions brings free dental care to impoverished children of Nepal, northern India, Vietnam and Guatemala in partnership with local organizations. Volunteer dentists, hygienists, assistants and non-medical volunteers deliver treatment and preventive care in dental clinics that serve children in schools, orphanages and remote villages.

Year Founded

2002