Virtual Service Learning Trips
This is MED Anywhere, MEDLIFE’s Virtual Service Learning Trip. This educational program explores Peru’s journey through COVID-19 and gives students insight into the lived experience of locals.
Although in-person Service Learning Trips have returned, we will continue offering MED Anywhere programs as an additional way for students to make a difference. Contact your Chapter Manager to learn more!
InTRODucing MED Anywhere
We are thrilled to introduce MED Anywhere, a Virtual Service Learning Trip that provides interactive learning and remote service opportunities. This program offers students an immersive educational experience all from the comfort of their own home or dorm. Join us to learn more about COVID-19 in Peru, meet community members and medical professionals facing the crisis, and network with fellow MEDLIFErs from around the world. Check out this video to get a taste of the experience!
To join a trip, look for available trip dates on our website or contact us to explore additional date options!
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE SLT
Interact with professionals and community members on the front lines
Participate in dynamic workshops and interactive learning from anywhere
Contribute to MEDLIFE’s work in medicine, education, and development
Network with fellow MEDLIFErs from around the world
Build your CV with a certificate from MEDLIFE
Develop a greater understanding of global health
Empower yourself and others to facilitate change by working together
An Overview of the MEDLIFE Virtual Service Learning Trip
An Overview of the MEDLIFE Virtual Service Learning TripVirtual Service Learning Trips (SLTs) are remote programs that offer students an insider experience with MEDLIFE staff, community members, and professionals.
On your Virtual SLT, you will have an unfiltered look at how the virus has impacted the developing world. Interacting with professionals and community members, you will participate in engaging workshops and interactive learning. Live streams, webinars, breakout discussions and group messaging will allow for a real-time, engaging experience.
Make an Impact from Home
Make an Impact from HomeYour participation in a virtual service learning trip will directly contribute to MEDLIFE’s work bringing medicine, education, and development to communities. Every donation goal will Mobile Clinics, infrastructure projects, or other initiatives. MEDLIFE is hard at work every day listening to partner communities and finding sustainable solutions. You can be a part of that.
MED Anywhere is for everyone
To accommodate students from all backgrounds and help make sure every MEDLIFEr has the chance to join a Virtual SLT, we’ve launched 2 trip options:
6-DAY VIRTUAL SLT
The 6-day Virtual SLT allows the group to take an in-depth look into the root causes of social inequality and how they have played a part in Peru’s confrontation with COVID-19. Through remote field visits, workshops, and discussions, we explore key historical and social contexts as well as the current reality of communities and MEDLIFE’s response to the pandemic. This immersive online experience will equip you with tools and information to become an agent of change in the fight for a world free from the constraints of poverty.
- Monday – Saturday from 1:00pm – 3:30pm EST or Monday – Saturday from 5:00pm-8:00pm
- Gain a certificate from MEDLIFE
- $249 USD donation per person
2-DAY VIRTUAL SLT
Short on time? Join MEDLIFE on a weekend Virtual Service Learning Trip! As an alternative option for students who are busy during the week, this condensed version of MED Anywhere offers an eye-opening remote experience, without interfering with your classes! This two-day express version will take place on Saturday & Sunday of select weekends. In this two-day program, you will take an unfiltered look at how COVID-19 has impacted Peru by interacting with professionals and community members on the ground.
- Saturday – Sunday from 1:00pm – 5:00pm EST
- Gain a certificate from MEDLIFE
- $189 USD donation per person
STILL NOT SURE? Check out what PAST participants have to say about the experience!
“I think my favorite part of the entire thing was being able to actually interact and ask questions with the community leaders and the chef. It gives you a different perspective…”
– Aalia, Virtual SLT Participant, December 2020
