MCS Trip to SriLanka
5 Nights - 6 Days
Medicine & Community Service Program in Sri Lanka: A Unique Opportunity to Learn, Serve, and Explore
About This Trip
Travel, Explore & Learn
Contribute to community health initiatives and gain valuable medical experience in Sri Lanka. Our Medicine & Community Service Program offers the chance to shadow doctors, assist with outreach efforts, and discover the rich culture and beauty of Sri Lanka.
Trip Itinerary
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Day 1
Welcome to Sri Lanka
• Arrive at Colombo Airport (CMB) and meet with UniHawk staff.
• Transfer to your accommodation, settle in, and enjoy a welcome dinner.
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Day 2
Orientation Day
• Participate in cultural awareness training to learn about Sri Lankan culture, customs, and traditions.
• Take a tour of the local area and visit your placement to meet staff, discuss expectations, and go over your schedule.
• Enjoy dinner at a local restaurant.
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Day 3 - 6
Placement & Medical Experience
• Shadow doctors and gain practical medical experience in a clinical setting.
• Assist medical staff during community health outreach, including tasks like taking patients' height, weight, blood pressure, and blood sugar.
• Attend workshops on anatomy, first aid, tropical diseases, and Ayurvedic medicine.
• Conduct health education sessions in local schools, focusing on topics such as dental care and nutrition.
Special Evening - Social and Cultural Activities
• Participate in a Sri Lankan cooking class to learn how to make traditional dishes.
• Enjoy cultural activities, including playing traditional Avurudu games, sports (indoor football, cricket), and a movie night.
• Explore Colombo: Visit Independence Square, Gangaramaya Temple, Red Mosque, the local market, and unwind by the beach or pool.
Trip Inclusions
What's Included
- Pre-departure Orientation
- Transportation
- Accomodation "Hotel"
- Meals
- Guided Tours
- Emergency Support
- Certificate of participation
What's NOT Included
- Flight tickets and visa fees
- Travel Insurance
- Personal Expenses
Enroll for the Tour
We organize this tour in collaboration with your school, ensuring a smooth and enjoyable experience. Once you submit the form, our team will connect with your school to coordinate the trip. You can also speak with your school counselor, as all tours must be organized through your school.
For enquiries contact +971561992709 or email us at [email protected]
Fill out this form to enroll
Reviews
The Medicine & Community Service Program in Sri Lanka was an incredible experience. I loved working alongside local doctors and learning about traditional and modern medical practices.
This program provided me with invaluable medical experience, from shadowing doctors to participating in health outreach.
Volunteering in Sri Lanka was one of the most rewarding experiences. I got to help with real-world health challenges while immersing myself in the country's culture. The workshops and community work were eye-opening!
This program was life-changing! It gave me a deeper understanding of medicine in a global context while making a tangible difference in local communities. I’ll never forget the people I met and the places I visited in Sri Lanka.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Program about?
This program features a curriculum designed by the professors of
Harvard Business School, Harvard Education School, and Harvard School of Law, and is delivered by
Harvard students. It is designed to empower students, unleashing their leadership potential while
they create actionable solutions for global challenges. Throughout the 3-day course, participants
collaborate in teams to gain insights into global issues and formulate social change projects to
tackle them.
Who are my mentors?
Our team of instructors/mentors comprises current Harvard University undergraduates who are
carefully trained before taking on their roles.
What can I expect to gain from participating in the program?
Participants after completing the program successfully will receive a certificate from The
Leadership Institute of Harvard College and one year of mentorship from the Harvard mentors.
What can I expect on the day of the presentation?
On the program’s final day, students collaborate in teams to present their social change projects to
an audience of approximately 200 individuals. We extend invitations to students’ parents, school
principals, counsellors, members of the press, and distinguished guests to participate in this
event. Additionally, we livestream the proceedings on Facebook and YouTube for those joining us
online.
Could you give me information regarding the social change initiative I'm supposed to participate in?
Students will form groups to undertake a social change project aimed at delivering practical
solutions to global challenges. The scope of these projects is broad, across diverse domains such as
mental health and the welfare of animals.