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Refugee Camp Experience in Greece
Volunteer at a refugee camp in Greece. Our goal is to expose young people to professional options in global health and international development, working with a diverse population. Rotate through various refugee service areas, meet staff and residents, and learn the reality of life for these individuals and the unique challenges encountered in managing services provided to displaced populations....
Volunteer at a refugee camp in Greece. Our goal is to expose young people to professional options in global health and international development, working with a diverse population. Rotate through various refugee service areas, meet staff and residents, and learn the reality of life for these individuals and the unique challenges encountered in managing services provided to displaced populations. Work with different groups (ages, origins, and genders) in various ways to provide specialized services, whether addressing the current situation or preparing them for the next steps. Healthcare placements are available for participants without a license and still completing their training. These volunteer projects are generally located in specialized living facilities and involve working with ...
Program Highlights
Organize and implement educational programs in our facilities, school facilities, camps, green spaces, and urban parks of Larissa.
Take on tasks based on your training and skills: shadow a doctor or nurse, assist with general check-ups or dental procedures, or help in the community pharmacy.
Get the chance to shadow medical professionals in another high-resource country like Greece, which faces the same diseases as the US but employs different approaches.
Join Philotimo activities such as excursions and group meals, and still have free time on top of that.
Acquire essential knowledge through personal observation and experience, all while developing empathy, cooperation, teamwork, self-esteem, self-respect, and responsibility.
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- Larissa, Greece
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- Multiple Year
- Summer
- Alternative Spring Break
- Childcare & Children
- Community Centers
- Dental
- Disaster Relief
- Education
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- Australian
- Austrian
- Belgian
- Canadian
- Chinese
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My experience on the Medical mission
by: Sarah Buzon - United StatesProgram: Refugee Camp Experience in GreeceMy experience on the Medical mission in Larissa is truly amazing I can't even begin to describe this life-changing trip! Volunteering at the shelter was really hands-on, and I learned so much from the staff there, they were so involved and made sure we learned as much as we could, helped as much as possible, and let us feel welcome! I met amazing people there from whom I am so grateful for everything !!! This trip also allowed me to meet other volunteers from all around the world !! I made life...
Super med project in Greece
by: Milena Turci - ItalyProgram: Refugee Camp Experience in GreeceI am Milena from Italy and I did 2 weeks of medical volunteering in Larissa at University Hospital it was an amazing experience. If I had to choose again a project I would choose this one with the volunteer project. The organization lets you feel at home with a lot of friends, opportunities, and learning that never stops. The medical project was amazing, in the hospital and at the shelter they let me do a lot of things on my own and I felt part of the team from the first day! If you have to ch...
I wish I could have stayed longer!
by: Mariana Rodriguez - United StatesProgram: Refugee Camp Experience in GreeceIt was my first volunteer trip, so I decided to only go for two weeks, but I wish I could have stayed longer! Stavros helped answer any questions before the trip. The description of the accommodation was accurate, so I was prepared to be with another female student. I was able to meet people from all over the world in different projects and at the hospital. I went in July, and since it is the peak of summer in Larissa it was very hot. Once I arrived, the Philotimo team in Greece was very we...
Program Details
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Locations
- Larissa, Greece
Types & Subjects
- Biology
- Biomedical Science
- Chemistry
- Childcare & Children
Availability
Years Offered: 2024, 2025
- 1-2 Weeks
- 2-4 Weeks
- Alternative Spring Break
Age Requirement
Open to All Ages
Guidelines
- Australian
- Austrian
- Belgian
- Canadian
Program Cost Includes
- Tuition & Fees
- Accommodation / Housing for Program Duration
- All Program Activity Costs
- Medical / Accident Insurance
Accomodation Options
- Apartment/Flat
- Dormitory
- Other
Qualifications & Experience
Any/All Education Levels Accepted
Application Procedures
- Phone/Video Interview
- Physical Exam/Health Records
- Resume
- Other
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