Internships in Mukono, Uganda

Volunteers assist our partners with a variety of public health improvement activities that help Ugandans stay healthy and make good decisions for their families. They talk to people in schools, village meetings, private homes, and churches about health care issues directly affecting them. They also design seminars based on topics such as household hygiene, malaria prevention, HIV prevention and AIDS care, safe sex, family planning, maternal and child health, and nutrition. Other activities such as teaching, youth mentoring, and community gardening may be on offer by the host organization. Basic training and educational materials are on site, but volunteers are encouraged to bring new materials as well. This project involves walking long distances in the sun; volunteers are encouraged to bring a sleeping bag, hat, and walking shoes. As you’ll be working off-the-beaten track, expect to ride to work on the back of a motorcycle. These are the requirements to join: - Be 18 years or older - Be able to walk distances up to 2 kilometers daily - Obtain a police check from home country prior to volunteering - Sign a general waiver of liability - Have a positive and outgoing personality

The Uganda medical volunteer program organized by the Ssamba Foundation monthly offers skilled medical professionals and students a chance to experience a new culture and working environment while learning and developing their specialized medical knowledge. This is a unique opportunity to gain first-hand medical experience working in Uganda. The Uganda Medical Volunteer project provides free prevention education, health talks, awareness, counseling, testing, treatment, and other informational programs to communities of the Mukono district. You can stay on the program from 2 weeks to 12 weeks. Our medical volunteers provide services such as vaccinations for different diseases, family planning, screening and treatment for general diseases, epilepsy clinics, dental services, cervical cancer screening, eye care, voluntary counseling and testing for HIV, antenatal care, vitamin-A supplementation, and de-worming or getting involved in the theater. Your exact role at the Uganda healthcare volunteer program will be determined by your level of medical experience as well as by the enthusiasm and effort you show to the local staff.