MEDLIFE for College Students
Welcome Students to the MEDLIFE Movement
As a non-profit, we believe in transforming volunteering through real-world experiences. Our programs are designed to provide profound insights into global health, sustainable development, and ethical volunteerism. We aim to inspire you, broaden your perspectives, and equip you with the skills to become a future leader.
Why join MEDLIFE?
Why join MEDLIFE?Impactful Volunteering and Educational Opportunities
MEDLIFE offers a unique opportunity for students to engage in meaningful, sustainable projects that make a real difference. Our approach is not just about providing aid; it’s about empowering communities and fostering long-term development.
Our Framework: The Educational Path vs. The Reactionary Path
We guide students to move beyond initial emotional reactions to poverty and inequality. Our educational framework emphasizes listening, analyzing, and acting responsibly to address complex social issues ethically and sustainably.
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MEDLIFE APPROACH
Strengthening Local Capacity
We train community leaders to manage and sustain development projects, ensuring lasting benefits.
Preventative Health Education
Our educational initiatives focus on preventing health issues before they arise, promoting long-term community wellness.
Sustainable Community Projects
From building safe housing to improving infrastructure, our projects are designed for durability and long-term impact.
Economic Growth
By hiring local professionals and using local resources, we boost the local economy and ensure that our projects are culturally relevant and sustainable.
Mobile Clinics and Follow-Up Care
Our mobile clinics provide essential healthcare services, and our follow-up care ensures ongoing support and treatment for patients.
How to Get Involved
How to Get InvolvedStart a MEDLIFE Chapter >>
Starting a MEDLIFE Chapter at your school school or college lets you lead fundraising, advocacy, and organizing local service projects. You will gain valuable leadership skills while accessing trip scholarships, internship opportunities abroad, and more! Get more information.
Join Service Learning Trip (SLT) >>
Embark on an 8-day immersive trip to South America or Africa with MEDLIFE. On this transformative trip you’ll engage in hands-on projects, learn from local experts, and contribute to sustainable community development projects. It’s a chance to gain new skills, explore global issues, and make a meaningful impact. Download the brochure now.
Empower Your Growth
Skill Development
Develop critical thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and empathy skills that will prepare you for future challenges.
Social Impact
Make a real difference by contributing to a more just and sustainable world through meaningful volunteer projects.
Curriculum Enrichment
Engage in hands-on projects that complement your studies and bring classroom lessons to life.
Testimonials
“You don’t have to be in Pre Med, Physical Therapy or any health care field. We have business majors, people who just want to make an impact, people who like to travel, who want to see their impact in the communities and they love it.”
“I really enjoyed connecting with different patients and the global health aspect of MEDLIFE as well. It has made me also potentially consider a path in global health.”
“Besides the really neat aspect of touching people’s lives and helping others, coming to an SLT is also really good for a president like myself in a leadership role. Med Schools love seeing that leadership or even just being a part of MEDLIFE shows leadership. It shows initiative and Med Schools really like that.”
OUR IMPACT AT A GLANCE
Numbers of those assisted up to August 2023.
30,000+
Volunteers
330,000+
Consultations Provided
800+
Patient Follow-Up
600+
Community Development Projects
Join Us in Making a Difference
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