Tomorrow’s leaders for global health. Making an impact today.

1. Welcome to Tomorrow’s leaders for global health. Making an impact today.

2. Intro Video • http://www.iambecauseweare.com/

3. Why does GlobeMed exist? • Great disparities exist in access to quality health care around the world • Dynamic grassroots organizations are often challenged to meet the growing needs of their communities • Students have the energy and passion to make a meaningful impact • More opportunities needed for student engagement in global health

4. GlobeMed’s unique model allows us to make significant differences in communities around the world • Student-led and student-run • Making an impact now through collaborative projects with grassroots partner organizations • Shaping the next generation of global health leaders by educating and training students on global health challenges and solutions

5. GlobeMed’s Network of 16 chapters is diverse and growing

6. GlobeMed’s Central Staff coordinates and supports the Network of Chapters • 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation started in 2002 at Northwestern University • National Headquarters is in Evanston, IL • Annual Leadership Institute and Summit • Central Staff provides advising and assistance to help chapters succeed

7. GlobeMed’s unique model allows us to make significant differences in communities around the world • Student-led and student-run • Making an impact now through collaborative projects with grassroots partner organizations • Shaping the next generation of global health leaders by educating and training students on global health challenges and solutions

8. GlobeMed is guided by our core values • We go beyond compassion • We value the dignity and assets of all people • We match our passion and energy with critical reflection and strategic thinking • We see partnership as a powerful mechanism to change the world.

9. Chapters partner directly with a grassroots health organization working in communities around the world • GlobeMed partnerships are rooted in the belief that local aspirations are a centripetal force behind community change • Northwestern University- H.O.P.E. Center in Ho, Ghana • Raised money to build infrastructure of H.O.P.E. Center • Supporting a community-based nutrition program as well as assisting in data collection and evaluation H.O.P.E. Center

10. Chapters partner directly with a grassroots health organization working in communities around the world • Truman State University- Maison de Naissance in Torbeck, Haiti • Purchased a satellite dish for clinic’s new Community Health Center • Entering and analyzing data collected in the community • University of Michigan- Joy Southfield Health and Education Center in Detroit, Michigan • Focusing on preventive measures to improve health of community • Organizing and advertising for monthly health education sessions Volunteers outside Maison de Naissance

11. Penn State University-CURE International in San Pedro Sula, Honduras • San Pedro Sula, Honduras • Partner since 2006 • Provide free pediatric orthopedic care • Requires many clinic visits (pre/post-op, follow-up, etc) • Patients too poor to travel to and from clinic • Access Granted Fund • Grants resources to CURE’s patients for transportation to and from the Leonardo Martinez Hospital • Significantly increases many Hondurans’ access to health care

12. GlobeMed-Honduras Trip 2007

13. GlobeMed-Honduras Trip 2007

14. Our Exec Board currently runs and manages the Chapter • President- Jonathan Lichkus • Vice-President- Amita Patel • Director of Communications- Megan Metzger • Campaign Coordinator- Hillary Darville • globalhealthU Coordinator- Robyn Cree • Director of Finances- Sam Mowry • Webmaster- Todor Khristov

15. Break-out Session • Campaigns for specific health projects • globalhealthU Curriculum • Partner Trips

16. Ways to get involved • Members are part of Campaign Teams to organize and plan events that raise money for specific health project • Present globalhealthU curriculum at meetings • Attend global health workshops and public events • Participate in a trip to partner site • Be a part of the Exec Board

18. Expectations for membership • We seek committed, skilled, and passionate students who want to contribute to the organization and help us advance our cause • Attendance and Participation Policies

19. Membership Benefits • GlobeMed will offer you a lot of opportunities to get involved in something unique, meaningful and rewarding • You will make an immediate, significant difference in people’s lives • Education and training help you become a future leader in global health • GlobeMed offers diverse ways to think about global problems and challenges • Leadership experience • Global Health Summit and Leadership Institute • Keep in mind this organization is for students from all disciplines, not just Pre-Meds

20. Our Impact • Johny Alexander • Duchenne Muscular dystrophy • Lost the ability to walk at 5, now 11 years old • Access Granted Fund provides him and his two sisters with resources for transportation and medical expenses • Significantly improves his quality of life

21. Next meeting Wed, Sept. 10th @ 7:30pm 205 Henderson South

22. Any Questions? You can also contact: globemed@psu.edu Visit our website @ www.globemed.org/psu

23. Thank You for Coming!