Melissa Forbes

Brooklyn, NY

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God gave us two hands, one to help ourselves and one to help others. I live by this quote and this is my main reason for joining the medical brigades. I along with other student volunteers will be traveling to Honduras on June 3rd for a 9 day mission. We will be empowering the local communities with programs that improve the quality of life while respecting the culture and improving their environment. Personally, I have to raise $1,630 for in country logistics, medical supplies and supplies to help build up the community. I appreciate everyone who donates and I will in turn work hard to impact the lives of everyone I meet in Honduras.

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Brooklyn College Med/Public Health Nicaragua Jun 14
  1. Affiliated Organization: Global Brigades USA
  2. Program: Medical Brigades
  3. Chapter: Medical Brigades at Brooklyn College
End Date: Jun 15, 2014 12:00 AM
Volunteer Activity Message

Medical Brigade volunteers set up medical clinics in pre-identified communities to provide healthcare where access is limited. Each community receives a brigade every 3-4 months and between brigades the in-country team maintains relationships with the communities to provide follow-up and conducts community health worker trainings to empower local leaders to perpetuate a consistent level of healthcare.

Public Health Brigade volunteers work side-by-side with community members to improve heath in their homes through the construction of eco-stoves, latrines, water storage units, and concrete floors. These projects and public health education taught to the communities help to decrease life threatening diseases.

Volunteer Goals

Program Goal: $0.00 / Airfare Goal: $0.00

Melissa N Morrison donated $50

May 27, 2014 01:57 PM

Keisha Grandison donated $95

May 17, 2014 09:19 AM

Tyrone Oneale donated $50

Saying "Tiffany Toussaint"

May 15, 2014 08:31 PM

Annekay Forbes donated $50

May 11, 2014 07:40 AM

Jamaul Morrison donated $25

Saying "What you're doing is awesome. Glad I could help! -Jamaul"

May 10, 2014 05:21 AM

Kelleeya Singleton donated $50

Saying "Hey Mel. God bless you on your endeavors. "

May 07, 2014 03:37 PM

Ashley Schloss donated $25

May 07, 2014 01:57 PM

carl forbes donated $300

Saying "one hand washes another"

May 04, 2014 06:39 PM

April Jones donated $50

May 02, 2014 06:19 PM

Nicole Stewart donated $100

Saying "Travel and giving back. Girl after my own heart! Love you."

May 02, 2014 02:23 PM

Dawn Antoine donated $200

Saying "I am so excited for you!"

May 02, 2014 05:54 AM

Keianna Haley donated $20

May 01, 2014 07:27 AM

Anonymous donated $30

May 01, 2014 01:22 AM

Anonymous donated $50

Apr 30, 2014 07:05 PM

Edward Pinder donated $15

Apr 30, 2014 04:06 PM

LARHONDA PERKINS donated $20

Apr 30, 2014 04:05 PM

Ashley A Hines donated $20

Saying "This is great Mel. I pray you have a safe and wonderful experience."

Apr 30, 2014 11:59 AM

Christina abebreseh donated $20

Saying "Hi Wife! I'm so happy you're helping God's children! God bless u "

Apr 30, 2014 10:08 AM

Tessa West donated $50

Apr 29, 2014 07:56 PM

Rohan Pessoa donated $40

Apr 23, 2014 07:50 AM

melisa Francis donated $50

Apr 20, 2014 08:04 AM

Melissa Forbes donated $250

Mar 30, 2014 02:17 PM
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