Hello!
I am Leslie Morales, and I am currently on the path to becoming a veterinarian. From a very young age, I have always loved and adored animals. I am very dedicated to improving and changing the world of veterinary medicine concerning our fabulous furry friends.

This summer, I joined the University of South Florida Veterinary Outreach chapter of VAW Global Health Alliances. I will spend two weeks promoting public health by doing service projects in Peru!

Many communities there lack what we in the United States consider essential utilities. Our primary task is to hold mobile veterinary clinics to provide free veterinary care to communities in rural areas. Doing so will allow us to work with local veterinary professionals to provide free care, such as veterinary procedures, treatment courses, and clinic operations. This will be done through shadowing, measuring vital signs, giving vaccines, and deworming animals. We will also visit surrounding elementary schools and teach the children basic public health classes.

To make this trip a success, I need your help! We are working to raise funds to treat cats, dogs, and other small animals in Peru. Your donations will go toward providing free veterinary attention to these communities in rural Peru, such as hiring local health professionals, purchasing veterinary supplies, and transporting and lodging for interns while in-country.

I appreciate your support in this amazing, life-changing experience.

About the program:
VAW Global Health Alliances (VAW Global) is a global health and development organization committed to cultivating sustainable and equitable partnerships with local communities and professionals through support and capacity-building for essential and accessible health services. Our focus is to work hand-in-hand with local initiatives and leaders to provide communities with improved access to medical, dental, and veterinary treatment. We also work to provide medication, nutritional security, clean water, and health education to these communities. The work of VAW Global Health Alliances is accomplished by interns who donate their time and energy to VAW Global Outreach projects, sponsors who donate funds and supplies to support VAW Global Outreach projects and local health professionals and community members who collaborate with VAW Global to make the Outreach projects a reality in their communities.