At MEDLIFE & Safe Homes Movement (a specialized division of MEDLIFE, committed to improving living conditions), we’re dedicated to building a global movement that empowers underserved communities by ensuring access to safe and dignified housing. As a volunteer in the Safe Homes Service Learning Trip (SLT) program in Lima, Peru, you’ll help construct staircases, restore homes, and create community spaces that reduce risks and improve quality of life. Beyond the impact of your work, you’ll also gain the unique opportunity to immerse yourself in local culture and witness firsthand the resilience of the communities you serve.

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 15 confirmed participants. For updates or questions, please contact your Chapter Manager or email info@medlifemovement.org.

Arrive at Jorge Chavez International Airport (LIM) between 5 pm and 11 pm. A MEDLIFE associate will be waiting for you outside of the airport with a MEDLIFE sign. Participants will arrive at the hostel and have the night to settle in at the hotel and recover from the long travel day.

Day 2 is an introduction to Lima for all volunteers with a walking tour of Miraflores led by your Trip Leader. In the afternoon, participants can enjoy some free time to explore the area. The evening will be dedicated to an orientation meeting where we will cover what to expect for the week and review safety precautions.

At 2:00 pm, volunteers and Trip Leaders will depart for the Reality Tour, providing your first immersive experience in the urban settlements where MEDLIFE works. Throughout the afternoon, we will explore the harsh realities of living in these settlements and learn about how MEDLIFE works to bridge the gap between Peru’s public health system and low-income families. We will also visit the Mini MED Center in the community of Union Santa Fe for a firsthand look at MEDLIFE projects. Additionally, we will participate in a community meeting during the evening. Return to the hostel is expected around 8:00 pm.

Every day, you take part in community development projects focused on local needs, such as building staircases, public spaces, or roads. Traveling to these communities usually takes between 30 minutes and 2 hours, depending on traffic. After a brief training session, the work begins. Volunteers continue until the lunch break, around 11:30 a.m., and then resume tasks until 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. On the final day, the project concludes with an inauguration.

Exploring Ica & Paracas (Full day experience), explore Peruvian history and diverse ecosystems on a thrilling journey from penguin-filled islands to expansive desert dunes.

Continue exploring Peru or return home. 

Depart Lima anytime between 12 pm and 9 pm.