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Center for Cultural Interchange

746 N. LaSalle Drive
Chicago, IL 60610
United States
Phone: 866.684.9675
Fax: 312-944-0728

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Regional Hospital in Porto Novo, Benin

  Benin
    Porto Novo

Durations of Program: 2-4 weeks and 5-8 weeks
Typical Duration of Program: 2-4 weeks
Dates: Flexible, year-round

Description: Get to know the real Benin through working to help its people and communities. This large public hospital serves the capital city of Porto-Novo. Equipped with an emergency room, neonatal unit, pediatric center, general medicine department, and many other specialty areas, it is always busy and help is always appreciated.

Volunteers will be working closely with hospital staff to help with routine check-ups, special procedures, administrative duties, and taking care of long-term patients. Volunteer are able to help in any area of the hospital they find most interesting.

This volunteer project is an unmatched opportunity to get to know the country and its people on a personal level, and contribute to programs that are making a real difference in the lives of the Beninois it serves. You will work side by side with Beninois and stay with a carefully screened and welcoming host family, giving you special insight into daily life in Benin.

Our staff in the US are experienced volunteers themselves who are happy to share their experiences and expertise with prospective volunteers. Our partner staff in Benin are friendly, caring and dedicated to ensuring that all volunteers have a rewarding experience. You will be met upon arrival in Porto Novo and will receive a three day orientation to Beninois culture and the project.

Qualifications: Volunteers must have some experience or study in the health field. An intermediate level of French is required. French lessons are available prior to the volunteer project for an additional fee.

Languages :
  • French
  • Cost in US$: Cost begins at $1,490 for a two week program

    Cost Includes :
  • Food
  • Housing
  • In-country orientation/Training
  • In-country staff support
  • Medical insurance
  • Medical services
  • Pre-departure orientation/Training
  • Registration fees
  • Written materials abroad
  • Written materials pre-departure
  • Experience Required: yes

    Some experience and/or education in the health care field is required.

    Volunteer Types :
  • health care
  • medicine
  • Typical Volunteer: CCI volunteers are flexible and caring travelers who want to have a positive impact on the places they visit.

    Age Range: 18 and over

    This Program is open to American and Canadian Participants. This Program is also open to Families, Couples and Individuals

    Typical Living Arrangements :
  • Home-stays
  • Participants Travel to Benin Independently

    Typically Participants Work Independently Or in Groups

    Application Process Involves:

    • Written Application

    Center for Cultural Interchange's Mission Statement: Founded in 1985, the Center for Cultural Interchange (CCI) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the promotion of cultural understanding, academic development and world peace. Based in Chicago, Illinois, CCI organizes cultural exchange programs for participants of all ages, including high school abroad, independent homestay, internship, language study, eco-tours and volunteer programs in over thirty countries around the world.

    Year Founded: 1985

     



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