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PUBLIC HEALTHCARE PROJECT IN ZAMBIA

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Destination:
Livingstone, Zambia
Avaliable:
All Year Round
Duration:
2 weeks+
Price: From $1,950
This cost covers your accommodation, meals, project fees, transfers, 24/7 support and in-country orientation.

Offer Personalized Care to Rural Communities in Need

Calling all medical enthusiasts – whether pre-med, a seasoned professionals or purely an enthusiastic caregiver! Join African Impact and make a profound difference in rural Livingstone, Zambia. Witness firsthand the challenges of limited healthcare access, and become a beacon of hope for those in need. Deliver essential health care through home visits, clinic support, and educational workshops, tackling critical issues like HIV awareness and healthy living.

Empower communities to thrive by equipping them with the knowledge and resources they need to live healthier lives. This isn’t just public health volunteering in Zambia; it’s a transformative journey where your passion for medicine translates into tangible healing and empowerment, leaving a lasting impact on individuals and communities alike.

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CLINIC ASSISTANCE

Help local clinics manage their workload and gain invaluable experience.

HOME-BASED CARE

Accompany local caregivers to rural homes of those unable to reach clinics.

HEALTHCARE EXPERIENCE

Work in a variety of departments whilst assisting in medical clinics.

SUPPORT THE ELDERLY

Provide medical assistance and companionship to elderly members of the community.

AFTERNOON PROJECTS

Spend your afternoons with other volunteers on different community projects.

HEALTHCARE EXPERIENCE

Work in a variety of departments whilst assisting in medical clinics.

CLINIC ASSISTANCE

Help local clinics manage their workload and gain invaluable experience.

HOME-BASED CARE

Accompany local caregivers to rural homes of those unable to reach clinics.

SUPPORT THE ELDERLY

Provide medical assistance and companionship to elderly members of the community.

AFTERNOON PROJECTS

Spend your afternoons with other volunteers on different community projects.

Project Highlights

Here’s how you will create significant impact through the Public Healthcare Volunteer Project in Zambia:

Clinic Support

Witness the realities of public healthcare in Zambia alongside dedicated local staff. Observe patient care in Livingstone’s formal and informal clinics, while gaining invaluable insights into their unique challenges. Limited equipment and high patient volumes create a demanding environment where your support will shine bright. Assist with taking vitals, streamlining patient flow, and lending a helping hand across departments, like adult/child outpatient, HIV/TB services, pharmacy, and maternity.

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Home-based Care

Imagine bringing healthcare directly to those who need it most. In some of Livingstone’s communities, clinics are beyond reach. Join home-based carers on visits around the local community attending to everyday medical issues such as burns, bites, and cuts, for example. Carefully assess wounds, track progress, and monitor vital signs, ensuring each patient receives vital health care.

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Health Education

Share your health expertise through engaging talks at schools, training centres, and support groups. Facilitate workshops on crucial topics like living with HIV, nutrition, cervical cancer, and women’s health. Empower individuals to make informed choices, tailoring your message to their unique cultural context. Remember, knowledge is power! As a public health volunteer in Zambia you can translate your passion into action, motivating community members to embrace healthier lifestyles.

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Life At Base

All African Impact volunteers stay in a comfortable, private area located within the vibrant Victoria Falls Backpackers. Volunteers will have access to all the facilities, including a spacious dining area, bar and even a swimming pool! ​Bedrooms sleep 4-8 people, with bunk beds in each room, and there are shared bathrooms with hot water showers.

The backpackers is conveniently located a short 5-minute walk away from the town centre of Livingstone, where you’ll find grocery stores, cafes, bars, and restaurants.

Livingstone is a vibrant, soulful town with a friendly atmosphere. It is known as the adventure capital of Africa, situated close to Victoria Falls. Adventure isn’t all that awaits female empowerment volunteers in Zambia – Livingstone’s heart beats with the rhythm of a rich culture and history. Enjoy dinner overlooking the Zambezi river and take in the most spectacular sunsets you’ve ever seen.

SIM cards can be purchased from most shops or at the airport with various packages allowing for phone calls and/or data usage. Our accommodation offers free WiFi that enables you to make contact with home. Power and electricity supply can be intermittent in Livingstone and its surrounds so do bring your power banks and embrace patience if you encounter an outage. TIP: Ensure your cellphone is enabled to allow for a foreign SIM card if you intend to use one.

Arrive at Harry Mwanga Nkumbula (Livingstone) International Airport (LVI) on your Monday start date, landing between 9am and 6pm in order to make the complimentary transfer service. Look for the African Impact sign – a friendly face will be there to welcome you!

Our brilliant African Impact team, led by Base Manager Sander, will look after you during your time with us! Whichever project you choose, you’ll get to know everyone incredibly well both out on project and around the base. Our crew of changemakers are waiting to welcome you to Livingstone!

Our base has outsourced security staff patrolling 24/7, and our team is trained in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) competencies. The base is equipped with fire safety equipment and evacuation plans. We have comprehensive policies, including child protection, to protect all participants. Upon arrival, trained staff will induct you on our policies, procedures, and code of conduct to ensure your safety and awareness.

Location

Livingstone is a vibrant, soulful town with a friendly atmosphere. It is known as the adventure capital of Africa, situated close to Victoria Falls. Adventure isn’t all that awaits female empowerment volunteers in Zambia – Livingstone’s heart beats with the rhythm of a rich culture and history. Enjoy dinner overlooking the Zambezi river and take in the most spectacular sunsets you’ve ever seen.

Accommodation

All African Impact volunteers stay in a comfortable, private area located within the vibrant Victoria Falls Backpackers. Volunteers will have access to all the facilities, including a spacious dining area, bar and even a swimming pool! ​Bedrooms sleep 4-8 people, with bunk beds in each room, and there are shared bathrooms with hot water showers.

The backpackers is conveniently located a short 5-minute walk away from the town centre of Livingstone, where you’ll find grocery stores, cafes, bars, and restaurants.

Communications

SIM cards can be purchased from most shops or at the airport with various packages allowing for phone calls and/or data usage. Our accommodation offers free WiFi that enables you to make contact with home. Power and electricity supply can be intermittent in Livingstone and its surrounds so do bring your power banks and embrace patience if you encounter an outage. TIP: Ensure your cellphone is enabled to allow for a foreign SIM card if you intend to use one.

Getting There

Arrive at Harry Mwanga Nkumbula (Livingstone) International Airport (LVI) on your Monday start date, landing between 9am and 6pm in order to make the complimentary transfer service. Look for the African Impact sign – a friendly face will be there to welcome you!

The Team

Our brilliant African Impact team, led by Base Manager Sander, will look after you during your time with us! Whichever project you choose, you’ll get to know everyone incredibly well both out on project and around the base. Our crew of changemakers are waiting to welcome you to Livingstone!

Safety

Our base has outsourced security staff patrolling 24/7, and our team is trained in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) competencies. The base is equipped with fire safety equipment and evacuation plans. We have comprehensive policies, including child protection, to protect all participants. Upon arrival, trained staff will induct you on our policies, procedures, and code of conduct to ensure your safety and awareness.

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DurationProgram Fee
2 weeks$1,950 ($975 per week)
3 weeks$2,800 ($934 per week)
4 weeks$3,650 ($913 per week)
5 weeks$4,500 ($900 per week)
6 weeks$5,350 ($892 per week)
8 weeks$7,050 ($882 per week)
10 weeks$7,150 ($715 per week)
12 weeks$8,450 ($705 per week)
2 weeks£1,560 (£780 per week)
3 weeks£2,240 (£747 per week)
4 weeks£2,920 (£730 per week)
5 weeks£3,600 (£720 per week)
6 weeks£4,280 (£714 per week)
8 weeks£5,640 (£705 per week)
10 weeks£5,720 (£572 per week)
12 weeks£6,760 (£564 per week)
2 weeks€1,764 (€882 per week)
3 weeks€2,576 (€859 per week)
4 weeks€3,358 (€840 per week)
5 weeks€4,140 (€828 per week)
6 weeks€4,922 (€821 per week)
8 weeks€6,486 (€811 per week)
10 weeks€6,578 (€658 per week)
12 weeks€7,774 (€648 per week)
2 weeks$2,886 ($1,443 per week)
3 weeks$4,144 ($1,382 per week)
4 weeks$5,402 ($1,351 per week)
5 weeks$6,660 ($1,332 per week)
6 weeks$7,918 ($1,320 per week)
8 weeks$10,434 ($1,305 per week)
10 weeks$10,582 ($1,059 per week)
12 weeks$12,506 ($1,043 per week)

Inclusions
  • Backpacker style accommodation with swimming pool
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner (Mon - Fri)
  • Airport transfers on arrival and departure
  • All project transport, equipment and resources
  • Support from experienced local and international African Impact staff
  • Full orientation for responsible project contribution
Exclusions
  • Flights
  • Visas
  • Insurance
  • Weekend tours
  • Personal expenses
Requirements

Volunteers need to be over 18 years old to join this project alone. Please contact us for information regarding minors travelling with a guardian.

Minimum Duration

The minimum stay for this project is 2 weeks.

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Project FAQS

WHAT QUALIFICATIONS DO YOU NEED TO BECOME A PUBLIC HEALTH VOLUNTEER?

We place each volunteer in a healthcare setting in Zambia that perfectly suits their education, previous experience, interests, and the local community’s needs. We’ve welcomed everyone from nursing students, recently graduated doctors to experienced healthcare professionals in the past. If you have any questions about qualifications for volunteer opportunities, please contact us.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF BECOMING A COMMUNITY MEDICAL VOLUNTEER?

As a community medical volunteer in Zambia, you’ll be making real, transformative impacts on the lives of the local community members in desperate need of medical attention. Working alongside local doctors and nurses and gaining invaluable professional experience in global healthcare practices, this is an adventure like no other, powerfully transforming you and the local community alike.

WHAT ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS ARE IN PLACE TO ENSURE I AM PROVIDING APPROPRIATE SUPPORT DURING MY PUBLIC HEALTH PLACEMENT?

We prioritise ethical and responsible volunteering practices through all our placements. You’ll never be expected to perform tasks beyond your training or qualifications, and our experienced program coordinators will closely supervise your involvement. We emphasise cultural sensitivity and respect for local customs and traditions throughout your placement. Additionally, we have established strong partnerships with local healthcare facilities, ensuring your contributions align with their existing needs and complement the work of qualified professionals.

Weekend Activities

It's not all work! Here's what we do for fun:

  • Overnight safari in Chobe National Park, Botswana

  • Do a guided tour of the Victoria Falls

  • Visit local villages and markets

  • Game Drive in Mosi-oa-Tunya National Park

  • Go bungee jumping or white water rafting

Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe.

Recent Reviews

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Sarah Vahle, 42, United StatesPublic Healthcare Volunteer Project, Zambia

“I have had the most amazing experience with African Impact. From the staff, the other volunteers, the locals, everything about this place is magical. I was part of the medical team doing home based care and it was some of the most rewarding work I have done. In the afternoons I helped out with the reading club or the health club and the kids here in the schools are so eager to learn and absolutely lovely. In my spare time the activities that you can do around are abundant. I went on the safari in Chobe, Victoria falls, did karaoke at one of the local bars and so much more. I will never forget the connections I made with some of the most beautiful humans I have met. Zukomo!”

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Kianah Murao, 21, Canada/JapanPublic Healthcare Volunteer Project, Zambia

“My experience with African Impact in Livingstone has been unforgettable! The public health internship was a great opportunity to explore an area of health within the community and have opportunities for hands-on experience volunteering in local communities and clinics. As volunteers, we also had the opportunity to help in other community-based initiatives including education, sports, building and cleaning efforts. The staff were all very welcoming and readily available to answer any questions and concerns throughout my time in Zambia. I have met so many incredible people through this experience and have learned a lot about Zambian culture. I would recommend this experience to anyone who is keen on observing and experiencing new cultures as the experience has been very immersive. Thank you again African Impact!”

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Nicholas Jackson, 30, United StatesPublic Healthcare Volunteer Project, Zambia

“African Impact, Livingstone projects are truly amazing. They have well articulated goals and measurable endpoints. As far as volunteering, the projects are definitely reasonable. I was anticipating long days with minimal breaks. We never worked more than 8 hours in a day and always had a 2 hour lunch. It was truly a pleasure to get to work in the community. The community health workers are amazing. The AI staff is incredible. The Victoria falls backpackers is absolutely wonderful for accommodations.”

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Emily Smith, 26, United StatesPublic Healthcare Volunteer Project, Zambia

“Overall, medical volunteering was wonderful. I learned so much about the culture and community dynamics. Home Based care was very rewarding in comparison to work in the clinic. I truly felt like I was making a difference when working with patients in their space. The afternoon, community project put me pretty far out of my comfort zone, but I ended up enjoying them overall. I was not really prepared to do lessons with kids who don’t always know exactly what I’m saying, but it all worked out. All of the employees at African Impact were outstanding and extremely welcoming. I met so many people who I adore throughout the experience!”

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Alexa Pacheco, 19, United StatesPublic Healthcare Volunteer Project, Zambia

“This experience was something I will hold onto forever and will always be something I have the best memories of. Thank you to every single person on staff with AI for making volunteering possible and impactful. I can’t want to work with you guys again in the future!”

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Anna Tuttle, 21, UKPublic Healthcare Volunteer Project, Zambia

“A well organized organization. Very well looked after with excellent food and lovely staff. The project itself was really good, good hands on experience and was nice to be working with the community. You will be well looked after and get really good hands on experience, however I felt we could have spent more time on project.”

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