At MEDLIFE, we're dedicated to building a global movement that empowers disadvantaged communities in their quest for equality in healthcare, education, and access to a safe home. As a volunteer in the Service Learning Trip (SLT) program in Guatemala, you'll contribute to development projects, participate in educational workshops, and provide free medical care to those in need. Additionally, you'll have the invaluable opportunity to immerse yourself in a new culture and understand other realities.
By signing up for a Service Learning Trip with MEDLIFE, you agree to the following terms and conditions.
Please wait to book your flight until the trip has at least 14 confirmed participants. For updates or questions, please contact your Chapter Manager or email info@medlifemovement.org.
For the Mobile Clinic & Project.
8-nights dorm room accommodation for 6 to 9 people, exclusively with MEDLIFE participants.
3 meals a day are provided Monday-Friday, along with breakfast provided on the weekends.
To and from the airport (within the established schedule), and to SLT activities.
The insurance requires a $250 payment as a deductible for coverage.
Arrive at La Aurora (GUA) between 6:00am and 12:00pm. A MEDLIFE representative will meet you at the airport and escort you to your accommodation.
You will have time to relax, settle in, and then head out to explore with your Trip Leader. Meals aren’t included during the day, but you can enjoy a tasty
dinner at one of the nearby restaurants.
In the morning, we'll hold an orientation to discuss the week's agenda, safety measures, and introduce Mobile Clinics. After that your Trip Leader will guide a walking tour of Antigua, offering insights into local life. Meals aren't provided today, but many dining options are nearby.
On a MEDLIFE Reality Tour volunteers join MEDLIFE stay in the eld to learn about our partner communities and the challenges they face daily. It is often our volunteers’ rst exposure to extreme poverty, making it one of the most impactful experiences of their trip. The Reality Tour's main goal is to introduce volunteers to the area's culture and history. This lays the groundwork for cultural awareness and sensitivity, which are so important when you’re serving communities in another country.
Wake up bright and early for your first day of volunteering at a Mobile Clinic! Staffed by local practitioners, our clinics offer basic medical treatment and preventative screenings to low-income patients. After returning to the hotel in the afternoon, we will hold our second Engaged Education Roundtable Discussion, focusing on the relationship between poverty and healthcare.
Help MEDLIFE bring free healthcare to low-income communities with another day of volunteering on a Mobile Clinic. Upon arrival, we will work together to set up each station. Volunteers will spend the morning shadowing medical professionals as they provide treatment and identify patients in need of follow-up care. After returning to the hotel in the afternoon, we will hold our second Engaged Education Roundtable Discussion about the relationship between education and poverty.
Engage in meaningful community activity that makes a real dierence. Returning to the hotel you will have the chance to relax and enjoy a documentary movie on the important topic of global health.
Today, you'll work alongside locals on a project centered around installing fuel-efficient stoves. Departing the hostel at 8:00am, ensure you wear attire suitable for hands-on tasks, such as mixing cement or painting. Once we finish, we'll join the community in an inauguration to celebrate our joint achievements. Expect to return to the hostel between 2:30pm-4:00pm for a debrief and reflection session with the MEDLIFE team to conclude the week.
Begin your adventure with a visit to the stunning Lake Atitlán, surrounded by majestic volcanoes. Upon arrival, you’ll embark on a boat tour to visit three indigenous villages around the lake. Throughout the day, you’ll experience breathtaking panoramic views of the lake and surrounding volcanic landscapes, with plenty of opportunities for photography and exploring local artisan shops to pick up handcrafted souvenirs.
Depart Guatemala anytime between 12:00 PM and 6:00 PM
