Volunteer Abroad news

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I am a great believer in alternative medicines. Anyone that knows me, knows my stance on the pharmaceutical industry. I am a nutritional therapy student, who believes in homeopathy, herbal remedies... I could go on. However, the introduction of ARVs has been instrumental in the treatment of HIV & AIDS.

Unfortunately though, not enough people have access to the medications.

Claire Wlash from Co. Wicklow spent six weeks in Shanghai volunteering in a school with her friend Dolores

The school had a very good atmosphere of care and a fine standard of work. All the teachers were young and very hardworking. I loved it all – I learnt a lot / I don’t think our contribution was vast but everyone was very accepting and appreciative.

A Nigerian Whirlwind: Crazy, Laid Back, Busy, Rich, Poor, Challenging, Fun

I made great friends in Nigeria and had a really good experience. It’s a country with a rich culture, full of friendly people. The work made me a lot more aware of important issues, both at home and abroad. Since returning I’ve begun volunteering with an organisation working with HIV/AIDS in Ireland. The experience also showed me the positive impact that organisations such as EIL can have, so I’ve become more involved with EIL as well. I’d recommend it to anyone.

Deirdre tells us about her first two weeks in Thailand

If you read this blog and are considering doing volunteer work...My advice is just do it...Its a great experience. My only regret so far is hat my time here will end too soon.

Promiscuity, the polio vaccine and HIV

When I chat with people about the prevelance of HIV & AIDS in Africa, usually their first response is to suggest that Africans are more promiscuous than Westerners.

Pre-departure Workshop

On the 12th of December, outgoing volunteers attended a workshop aimed to prepare them for their volunteer experience.

Some good news this time!!

A few months ago, there seemed to be noone willing or able to look after I and as for L, it was thought that he would be in hospital for years.... but now...

International Volunteer Day! EIL thanks all of our volunteers

5th of december 2010: International Volunteer Day!EIL takes this opportunity to thank all of our volunteers

EIL at the DCU volunteer expo - November 4th 2009

EIL will have a stand at the DCU volunteer Expo on the 4th of November. Past volunteers will be there to share their experience with the students. Noel Carroll who volunteered in Nigeria this summer will also be one of the guest speakers.

For more info visit: http://www.dcu.ie/students/careers/events.php?function=2&id=1253877384