Health and Social Care in The Gambia
Program Overview
This program supports a small medical center/hospital that aims to provide affordable health care to everyone in the local community. It is based in Bijilo, on the friendly sunshine coast of West Africa.
Volunteers with any of the following skills and experience are encouraged to join this project:
• Nurses
• Midwives and gynecologists
• Physiotherapists
• Lab technicians
• Radiographers
• Alternative therapists
Depending on their skills and experience, volunteers can help to develop the capacity of Bijilo Medical Center in a variety of ways while working alongside local medical practitioners and/or running training workshops to develop skills.
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Program Highlights
What's Included
Quick Details
- 2-4 Weeks
- Health
- Health Care
- Health Education
- Hospital
- Medicine
- Nursing
Updated Apr 13, 2026
Program Details
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Locations
- Gambia
Available Terms / Availability
- Years Offered
- Year Round
Eligible Nationalities
- All Nationalities
- This Program is also open to Solo, Couples, Group
Education Levels & Language
- Education
- Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Accommodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Home-stays
Application Procedures
- Written Application
- Letters of Reference
- Resume
- Online Application
Age Requirement
21+
Duration
- 2-4 Weeks
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