This 17-day summer program in Bali immerses you in the multifaceted world of public health while gaining hands-on experience in a developing healthcare system. You'll work directly with local medical students at a primary care clinic in Ubud, shadowing them during patient visits, helping check blood pressure, recording data, managing supplies, and educating families about preventative care. This direct engagement gives you insight into the real challenges medical professionals face when implementing public health initiatives in underserved communities.

Beyond the clinic, you'll explore the holistic dimensions of Balinese healthcare by visiting a midwife clinic founded by a 2011 CNN Hero of the Year—a facility offering free prenatal care and birthing services to anyone in need. You'll also meet with traditional healers and participate in an herbal medicine walk through rice fields, discovering how traditional and modern medicine intertwine in Balinese culture. These experiences cultivate the cultural awareness essential for public health professionals working in developing countries.

The program balances serious service work with meaningful cultural immersion and adventure. In Ubud, you'll participate in laughing yoga, explore iconic temples, attend a traditional water ceremony, tour the Royal Palace, and enjoy dinner with a Balinese prince followed by an authentic cultural show. You'll learn traditional Balinese arts including dancing, Gamelan music, and woodcarving. In Amed, a hidden gem on the northeast coast with black sand beaches and volcano views, you'll lead children's health education workshops while enjoying beach activities and optional scuba diving. Your final days in Sanur include a jungle waterfall swim and a surf lesson at one of Bali's most iconic spots.

Accommodations are thoughtfully selected family-run guesthouses and a beautiful eco-camp (glamping), keeping you close to local communities rather than isolated in chain hotels. All meals, ground transportation, guides, and program activities are included. You'll earn up to 30 hours of community service while developing a comprehensive understanding of global health systems, cultural competency, and your own capacity to contribute meaningfully to underserved communities.