VAW Global Team Leader Fellowship

Safety is our priority. We use reputable, licensed transport and private, pre-arranged travel monitored by staff. Students stay with vetted host families and partners trained in health and safety protocols. We maintain close ties with local clinics for 24/7 medical care and follow CDC guidelines. Through rigorous vetting and constant staff communication, we ensure a secure environment for all participants.

We provide healthcare to 20,000+ people annually through a sustainable grassroots model. By connecting students seeking global health experience with communities in need, we fund year-round medical services.

Fund Allocation:
- 45%: Intern logistics (food, housing).
- 28%: Local administration.
- 27%: Social projects for 150 communities.
- 55% of total funds ensure essential care continues even when interns are not on-site.

No prior experience is required; this is a shadowing and learning experience. Interns join biweekly prep meetings or our online Training Program. We recommend practicing essential skills—like vitals for medical or animal handling for vet students—with a local professional beforehand. Once on-site, all interns must pass a skills check with our licensed staff before participating in clinical days to ensure competency and safety.

You do not need any specific vaccinations to travel and participate in a VAW program. However, VAW follows all current CDC travel health guidelines and recommendations for each country. Participants are strongly encouraged to review those recommendations and consult with their primary care provider or a travel medicine clinic to determine which vaccines or medications are appropriate for their personal health needs.