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Midwifery Program Abroad

Young Surgeons Travel
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Homa Bay, Kenya
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    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime)
    Time Commitment:
    Flexible
    Commitment Details:
    You will be required to travel to the host country where the program will be held. The duration will be chosen by the volunteer.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Cost:
    Fee Required
    Cause Areas:
    Health & Medicine, Reproductive Health/Rights
    Benefits:
    Apoyo con el idioma y la integración cultural
    Good For:
    Grupos públicos, Edad 55+, Voluntarios internacionales, Grupos Corporativos o Empresas Privadas

    Description

    The Midwifery Program by Young Surgeons Travel provides hands-on experience in maternity wards, hospitals, and community health clinics across Kenya. Volunteers work alongside midwives and healthcare professionals, assisting with prenatal care, childbirth support, postnatal care, and newborn health education. The program offers exposure to maternal health challenges, emergency obstetric care, and traditional birthing practices in resource-limited settings. Participants also engage in community outreach, educating expectant mothers on nutrition, hygiene, and newborn care. Running from 2 weeks to 6 months, the program includes accommodation, meals, and 24/7 support, ideal for midwifery students and professionals.

    The Midwifery Program by Young Surgeons Travel provides hands-on experience in maternity wards, hospitals, and community health clinics across Kenya. Volunteers work alongside midwives and healthcare professionals, assisting with prenatal care, childbirth support, postnatal care, and newborn health education. The program offers exposure to maternal health challenges, emergency obstetric care, and traditional birthing practices in resource-limited settings. Participants also engage in community outreach, educating expectant mothers on nutrition, hygiene, and newborn care. Running from 2 weeks to 6 months, the program includes accommodation, meals, and 24/7 support, ideal for midwifery students and professionals.

    Location

    On-site

    Homa Bay Kenya

    Homa Bay, Kenya

    How to Apply

    1. Visit the website https://www.youngsurgeons-travel.org
    2. Navigate to the apply section
    3. Fill in the application forma nd choose your program
    4. Proceed to payment
    5. Receive onboarding instructions via email
    1. Visit the website https://www.youngsurgeons-travel.org
    2. Navigate to the apply section
    3. Fill in the application forma nd choose your program
    4. Proceed to payment
    5. Receive onboarding…
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