Papua New Guinea is a country with limited access to healthcare, particularly in remote areas. The YWAM medical ship provides much-needed medical services to these underserved communities, including general medical care, dental services, optometry, and more.
Volunteering on the YWAM medical ship is a unique opportunity to make a tangible difference in the lives of those in need. Whether you are a medical professional or simply have a heart for service, there are opportunities for volunteers of all backgrounds and skill levels.
As a volunteer, I had the chance to work alongside a dedicated team of medical professionals and support staff, providing crucial healthcare services to those who may otherwise go without. In addition to medical care, volunteers also had the opportunity to engage with local communities, offering education and support to promote long-term health and wellness.
Volunteering on the YWAM medical ship was not only a chance to make a positive impact, but also an opportunity for personal growth and cultural enrichment. I had the chance to immerse myself in the vibrant culture of Papua New Guinea and gain a deeper understanding of global healthcare challenges.
Rototuna Rotary Club – Eye Care for Africa
About the charity Eye Care for Africa
Life is hard enough if you’re one of the 54 million plus orphan children in Africa…imagine if you couldn’t see?
Did you know there are over 200 orphanages in Uganda alone?
It is Eye Care for Africa’s goal to work with these orphanages and other organisations to provide eye care to some of the most marginalised groups in the countries of Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda & Kenya.
There are so many children whose eyesight is in dire need of appropriate attention – children with such conditions as cataracts. We are working with the teams at ground zero to help train staff and give these children the best possible eye care solutions.
My work with Rototuna Rotary Club
Last year we collected a total of 200 spectacles!
The Eye Care For Africa team travelled to Shinyanga, Tanzania and took 200 spectacles in their suitcases. On arrival at the clinic, they found 60 patients had slept outside the clinic overnight, so they could be first in the queue.
In a very long first day, 260 patients were checked for eye disease and eyesight problems, all 200 specs were given to those that needed them.
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