Image: Heartbeat [4 weeks]

Heartbeat [4 weeks]

CT University·Ludhiana, Punjab, India

Global Volunteer

Volunteer in NGOs, Schools, or Foundations in various Countries/Territories.

English

These are the locally spoken languages that you’ll have to know.
Project
The project aims to impact the SDG #3 by raising awareness on prevention of non-communicable diseases and the importance of mental health.
This project contributes to,
Image: Good Health And Well Being - Target 3.4

Good Health And Well Being - Target 3.4

By 2030, reduce by one third premature mortality from non-communicable diseases through prevention and treatment and promote mental health and well-being

Role

Project Activities

Week 1
Run an analysis on the NGO progress and focus regarding NCD, substance abuse and/or mental health initiatives.
Start building the plan for following weeks based on community and NGO needs, focusing on the issue that is more relevant for the community in the moment.
Getting to know the NGO/non-profit representatives.
Research for deeper understanding of the priority NCD of the community, issues with substance abuse and/or mental health needs
Week 2
Creating an online presence and engagement on social media (to boost community interest on the campaign).
Building up your presence in the community: participate of community spaces, distributing pamphlets among community members, run physical engagement activities, etc.
Plan and create material for outcome data collection.
Preparing training sessions and workshops.
Week 3
Workshop: Act of kindness and learning the importance of gratitude.
Workshop: The key elements for a healthy lifestyle.
Session: The good habits commitment (a session where beneficiaries debrief their learning on health lifestyle and make a commitment to implement those that are relevant to them).
Workshop: Connecting with your emotions
Week 4
Collect data from beneficiaries (you can use surveys, interviews, focus groups, etc.)
Build final project report and presented to AIESEC members and NGO/non-profit representatives
Present the results of the campaign to project beneficiaries and add final recommendations for healthy habits moving forward.
Analyse data to determinate outcome results (level of awareness of beneficiaries post-project activities).

Working hours

Monday to Friday

9:00 am - 5:00 pm

Process

The steps involved in being selected for this opportunity.
Canada
Estimated process time is not yet available.

Logistics

What you’ll be provided with during your stay

Benefits of becoming a Global Volunteer

Learn about the Sustainable Development Goals and participate in a social project designed for impact.
International Exposure - Experience new cultures and industries.
Develop your Leadership (our programs can help you develop the following leadership values: striving for excellence, demonstrating integrity, activating leadership, acting sustainably, enjoying participation and living diversity).
Receive AIESEC Support for Selection (assistance with your application to opportunities and decision making process).
Receive AIESEC Support after Selection (Visa support, help in finding and providing accommodation, assisting during first day of work).

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