Upcoming tripS TO SENEGAL
KANEL, SENEGAL
The 2023 trip has been completed. We will post next year’s information soon.
Where Is the Trip?
Kanel, Senegal, West Africa
wHO QUALIFIES TO ATTEND THE TRIP?
Anyone! Students, medical providers, social workers, and anyone excited about community health and medicine is welcome to inquire.
Please note: medical providers and nurses are required to have valid practicing licenses.
wHAT IS THE COST?
EXPENSES
$200 deposit with the application.
Airline ticket: ~ $1,600 - $1,800
Room/board/group transportation: $1,500/person
2 people will share rooms. Private rooms are subject to extra cost.
x3 meals/day are included in this cost.
*Please note: we accept one-time payments and monthly payment plans.
CANCELLATION POLICY
A full refund will be given prior to booking housing. Partial refunds will be given after housing is booked.
Each individual is responsible for their own airline changes/cancellations/fees associated with their airline ticket.
WHAT WILL THE TEAM BE DOING?
Since our trip in 2018, we have remained connected with local community health workers in Kanel. The long-term goal is to create a sustainable care model that echoes local needs and are replicable in other areas.
Build a temporary outpatient clinic inclusive of various stations: triage area, exam rooms, pharmacy, and public health education areas.
Clinic time for direct patient care with local medical providers and community health workers.
Distribution of medical supplies, mosquito nets, and female hygiene kits.
Interested in applying to go on an upcoming trip?
Email info@cellal.org for further details regarding the application process.
IF i CAN’T ATTEND THIS UPCOMING TRIP, HOW ELSE CAN I GET INVOLVED?
Volunteer administratively - we are at our infancy and would love to hear any feedback or fresh ideas you may have.
Donate:
Please donate through our website: https://www.cellal.org/donate
Donate items: over the counter medications, wound supplies, gloves, other medical supplies, baby clothes, diapers, prescription glasses etc
