The mountainous south Asian country of Nepal has struggled in its development. The beauty and diversity of its landscape and cultures attract many visitors, but the landlocked nation faces many challenges, including poverty, illiteracy and poor infrastructure. Currently, 57% of its population lives on less than $2 a day and only57% of its adult population is literate. A history of civil strife and interethnic conflict has also impeded the country’s economic and political development.
To address these pressing development issues, Singular Humanitarian experience (SHe) has joined together with CHOICE Humanitarian (www.choicehumanitarian.org) to assist the Nepalese with infrastructure projects, as well as offer medical and dental services.
From November 16 to 25, 2012, I will travel with approximately 40 volunteers to a remote village in Nepal, where we will dedicate our time, skills and resources to a country struggling to meet the needs of its 27 million citizens. As a nurse I will specifically be involved with a small group responsible for providing medical care and health education for these beautiful people.
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i cannot wait to read/see more!
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