Knowledge for Children + GlobeMed at Morgan State University “Because of my research [on HIV/AIDS in Swaziland], I am motivated to educate people about the effects of HIV/AIDS.” SARAI NWAGBARAOCHA, FOUNDER, GLOBEMED AT MORGAN STATE
MISSION // OVERVIEW ! GlobeMed is a network of university students who partner with grassroots organizations around the world to improve the health of people living in poverty. Through their involvement today, students commit to a life of leadership in global health and social justice. The GlobeMed Network currently includes 56 chapters at university campuses across the United States. The Network is coordinated and supported by our National Office in Evanston, IL. The grassroots health organizations supported by our chapters span the world.
MODEL GlobeMed’s 56 student-led chapters each sustain a long-term partnership with a grassroots health organization. Students do three primary things: 1.
Fundraise for public health projects that partner organizations implement
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Learn and educate through GlobeMed’s unique global health and leadership development curriculum, globalhealthU.
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Intern on-site with partner organizations
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This approach empowers students and grassroots health organizations to work together to improve the lives of people living in poverty.
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GlobeMed’s model has shown tangible results: -In the past four years, GlobeMed has grown from 350 students to nearly 2000 students and from 17 to 56 chapters. -GlobeMed chapters have positively impacted over 50 organizations by supporting public health projects and are sending 200 students abroad to intern with their partner organizations this year.
Ecuador !
Nicaragua
El Salvador !
Peru
Ghana
Rwanda
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-Since 2006, our network of chapters has raised over $1,000,000 for health projects in their partner communities. -We have expanded our team at the National Office, currently composed of 6 full-time staff and 20 student staff who each devote up to 10 hours a week.
PARTNERS Currently there are 56 GlobeMed partners in 19 countries around the world, impacting health through prevention programs, treatment, and education.
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Thailand
Haiti !
Togo
India !
Uganda
Kenya !
USA
Laos !
Vietnam
NATIONAL OFFICE There are six full-time staff and 20 student staff members at the GlobeMed National Office in Evanston, Illinois. The six full-time staff are:
Executive Director Maya Cohen maya@globemed.org
Director of Development Olivia Koshy olivia@globemed.org
Director of Partnerships Alyssa Smaldino alyssa@globemed.org
Program Director Anupa Gewali anupa@globemed.org
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Based on the great partnership between RVCP and GlobeMed at GWU, we will continue to use knowledge and experience gained through this work to shape our personalities for the better of society.
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-- Vincent Ndebwanimana, Former Coordinator, Rwanda Village Concept Project
All of our staff members are here to serve your organization and help enhance your mission. Please do not hesitate to contact us at any time!
KEEP IN TOUCH Program Director Rosalind Dillon rosalind@globemed.org
Website: www.globemed.org Blog: www.globemed.org/blog The Current: GlobeMed’s newsletter sign up on our website! Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/ pages/GlobeMed/22873938912
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/#!/GlobeMed Program Director Caroline Nguyen caroline@globemed.org
Our staff works on five teams. Anupa, Rosalind, and Caroline also actively advise GlobeMed chapters throughout the year.
YOUR GLOBEMED CHAPTER For your GlobeMed partnership, you will be working with students at Morgan State University. Below is more information about the founder of GlobeMed at Morgan State University:
Sarai Nwagbaraocha 2nd year student Studying Electrical Engineering sanwa2@morgan.edu
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Sarai and her co-president will work with an Executive Board of a staff made up of fellow students. The Executive Board consists of the following positions: • Co-Campaign Coordinators responsible for fundraising • Co-globalhealthU Coordinators - lead education sessions • GROW Internship Coordinator coordinates and leads internship program • Director of Community Building - plans staff retreats and local activities • Director of Finances - manages MOU and fundraising budgets • Director of Communications - manages chapter blog, social media, newsletters The staff is split up into teams that each work with an Executive Board member.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS How often should I communicate with my GlobeMed Chapter? You should speak on the phone or skype with your GlobeMed Chapter about twice per month. Usually emails will be sent between these conversations. Historically, the chapters that communicate regularly with their partner organization are the most successful. How do GlobeMed Chapters raise money? How much should I expect my chapter to raise this first year? As students, GlobeMed chapter members work hard each year to raise the money to meet the goals of their partnership. They raise funds through holding events on campus, planning individual giving campaigns, and applying for grants. In their first year, most chapters raise around $3000. When and how should I contact the GlobeMed National Office? Your GlobeMed Chapter Co-Presidents will be your primary point of contact. However, if you ever have questions or Type to enter we text are here to provide concerns, support. Email us at partnerships@globemed.org.
Why do you want to START A GLOBEMED CHAPTER? “Two experiences motivated me to care about global health and to contribute solutions. First, the United States has more resources then most countries in the world. This motivates me to help other countries who are in need. Americans take a lot for granted. We have access to drugs to treat diseases, affordable education, and prenatal care. I know as an individual I am able to help. ... Second, in class we performed an experiment dealing with water filtration. We were instructed to design and build a system that will filter the water and reduce its cloudiness. From the experiment, I realized other countries have no option but to drink unfiltered water. From the experiment, I became motivated to design a cost efficient system that will produce clean water for rural regions in the world.” -- Sarai Nwagbaraocha, Chapter Founder, GlobeMed at Morgan State University
What is the difference between the Partnership Proposal Form and the Memorandum of Understanding? The Partnership Proposal Form, which you have already completed, is the application for the GlobeMed National Office. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) is completed with your GlobeMed Chapter and helps guide the partnership. The MOU ensures that you and your chapter both and agree to and understand your responsibilities and expectations. Each year, you and your chapter will work together to complete an MOU.
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The changes here in our institution have been very positive. there have been various activities executed that would not have been possible without the help of the students of Globemed.
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-jose farinango, jambi huasi otavalo, ecuador