Diversity and Health in Ecuador and Miami
This virtual program is designed to introduce students to the variety of factors that influence health outcomes. Students will compare and contrast Ecuador and South Florida, learning about cultural diversity, differences between public and private healthcare, and environmental elements. Students will gain an understanding of this complex issue through conversations that include a medical director of a community health clinic, a young leader from the Miccosukee Tribe who will share his thoughts on spiritual and herbal medicine, and volunteers at a community garden located in a food desert.
Simulation hospital at UDLA offers the chance to learn in person or remotely
Virtual Program Components
Module 1 - Introduction to Ecuador
Google Earth and 360° VR media tour of Ecuador
Lecture and Q&A with Universidad de las Americas (UDLA) faculty on health technology and economic health policy in Ecuador
Module 2 - Alternative Medicine in Ecuador
Presentation and discussion on rural and traditional healthcare with an Afro-ecuadorian women’s association
Lecture and Q&A by UDLA faculty on medicinal plants
Virtual visit to a rural health clinic that combines modern and traditional medicine and conversation with clinic director
Module 3 - Health and Diversity in Miami, FL
Presentation and Q&A with Florida Dept. of Health
Virtual tour of community garden space and conversation with director
Module 4 - Cultural Connections
Presentation and Q&A on indigenous culture and medicine by Miccosukee Tribe member
Conversation with a representative of an Ecuador nonprofit organization
Why Learn from Travel
Learn from Travel is a social enterprise study abroad provider with a mission to enrich the traveler and the host. We provide life-changing international experiences for students and a valuable source of income for host country partners. During our virtual international education programs, we arrange engaging discussions with community leaders, directors of nonprofit organizations, and other local experts from whom your students will gain invaluable insight, preparing them for careers and life in a world increasingly interdependent. The conversations are also a way to support local people and nonprofits and provide income in communities where it is needed.
Our Role
Learn from Travel will arrange and facilitate all of the activities listed above. We will provide live translation when necessary. The activities described above can be modified to meet specific learning objectives and preferences.
