Ecuador October 15 - 23/2016, SR1274
POSITIONS NEEDED: Physicians, Dermatologist, Physician Assistants, Nurse Practitioners, Dentists, Dental Hygienists, Dental Assistants, Pharmacists, Nurses, Physical & Occupational Therapists, Logistics (non-medical helpers)
Santo Domingo de los Colorados, simply referred to as Santo Domingo, is a city and seat of the canton that bears its name. It is the fourth most populous city in Ecuador with a population of over 305,000, It is an important commercial and industrial center and serves as the capital of the Santo Domingo de los Tsachilas Province. Santo Domingo has a tropical monsoon climate with influences of altitude. Average temperatures hover around 71 degrees Fahrenheit.
The name "de los Colorados" refers to a local ethnic group, the Tsachila, and the custom of men in that tribe is to dye their hair with extract of the achiote plant; hence "Santo Dominigo de los Colorados" or "Santo Domingo of the Dyed." This group, which is indigenous to the area, is recognized with a substantial statue near the town center.
Our host will be the local Verbo Santo Domingo church and is currently the fastest growing Verbo church in Ecuador. True revival is taking place. While this area has a predominately Catholic history, the evangelical church has grown rapidly in the past few years. Our goal in visiting is two-fold. One is to provide medical and dental help to the poor in the community, while the other is to encourage and support the work of the local church.
Team Leader: Bill Sasser, DMD Email: [email protected]
Global Health Outreach
P.O. Box 7500 • Bristol TN 37621
Phone: 888-230-2637
Fax: 423-764-1417
Financial
$2,850.00
$150.00
| $150.00 | Application fee (due upon applying) | |
| $1,500.00 | Project fee (due two weeks prior to trip) | |
| $900.00 | International Airfare* (approximate) (due upon ticketing) | |
| $300.00 | Domestic Airfare* (varies with starting location) | |
| $0.00 | (*Administrative credit will be made when exact costs available) |
Forms
Frequently Asked Questions - Travel
Frequently Asked Questions - Trip Costs
Frequently Asked Questions - Applications
Frequently Asked Questions - Trips
Travel/Waiver Form Required
Please fill out this form and email ([email protected]) or fax (423-764-1417) after submitting your application.
Trip Participant Handbook
An in-depth manual to guide you start-to-finish on your GHO trip.
Requirements
Prerequisites
- Important Note! The expiration date on your valid passport MUST be 6 months beyond the return date of your trip. It may take 3 to 6 months to receive a passport from your local passport office; therefore, you may consider obtaining your passport via g3visas at www.g3visas.com.
- Some foreign language skill is greatly appreciated
- Vaccinations
Responsibilities
- Attending morning and evening team meetings, including devotions
- Serving in the capacity of position on team and/or at direction of the team leader
Preparation
- Complete passport if not already
- Talk with family
- Start fundraising
- Complete required forms & fax to 423-764-1417 or scan and email to [email protected]
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