Students for Global Health

Introduction, Question of the Day

Announcements

• Come out and show your support Students for Global Health on Monday, February 6th outside of the Duck Store. We’ll be tabling and selling baked goods along with FACE AIDs pins from 10 AM-2 PM!
• On Saturday, February 11th members of Students for Global Health will be volunteering at the Grassroots Garden that is affiliated with Food for Lane County. Any and all who would like to participate in an opportunity for some hands-on volunteering should stay after the meeting this Wednesday to discuss rides and car-pooling!
• On February 13th SGH is teaming up with University of Oregon student group Slow Food  to provide a screening of the documentary “The Dark Side of Chocolate.” This revealing documentary provides a first-hand look into the system of human trafficking and child labor in the Ivory Coast that fuels the international chocolate industry. More details to come.
• Once again the Western Regional International Health Care Conference is taking place at the University of Washington on April 27-29. Check out the website for conference details if it sounds like something you might be interested in attending.

Agenda

Event Fundraising Ideas

• Jog-A-Thon
• Agate Alley Drink Wheel Special
• Snail Racing
• Bingo
• Cards Tournament

Partners In Health

Last meeting we discussed the work that Partners in Health does in rural communities and whether or not their plans always align with those of each respective community. Check out the accompanying articles to gain a better understanding of the work PIH does and how their collaboration with community members ensures the best assistance that is possible.

1. “From Grass-Thatched to Metal Roofs”
2. “Children Receive a Chance to Attend School”

Special thanks to University of Oregon Peace Corps campus recruiter Hannah Klausman for speaking about her experience as a volunteer in Mongolia! If you’re interested in learning more about the Peace Corps check out the campus webpage or head over to the Career Center to find out more information.

Introduction, Question of the Day

Announcements

• CAER (Coalition Against Environmental Racism) is hosting a screening of the film Crude on January 26th from 7PM-9PM. Head out to Friendly 106 to learn more about the legal battle against Chevron and the pollution taking place in the Amazon River. Check out the official trailer to get a better look at what will be shown.
• Our very own University Health Center is open weekdays from 9 AM-5 PM for all your medical needs! If you’d like to get more actively involved in issues regarding health on our campus check out the Peer Health Internship and the Student Health Advisory Committee (SHAC).

Agenda

• Miss today’s meeting? You’re going to want to learn all about the new theme from FACE AIDS for the Nyamirama Health Center for the month of January: Social and Economic Rights. Take a look at the accompanying link to view the interactive tool designed to give you more information about this month’s theme.
• Don’t forget to check the website calendar for upcoming events! Also, join our Facebook group to stay up to date on relevant articles and events dealing with global health.

Volunteers in Medicine (Quick Facts)

• Volunteers in Medicine provides a free, comprehensive program of primary care, mental health services, prescription assistance, laboratory services, and women’s health care to low-income Lane County adults who have no health insurance and are ineligible for government health care programs.
• Over 73,000 residents of Lane County are living without health insurance.
• 75% of VIM clients claim unemployment benefits as sole means of income. Despite this staggering statistic, patients donated $27,000 back to the hospital last year.
• VIM Eugene has a core staff of 13 employees and 62 volunteer doctors.
• Looking to help? Check out the volunteer page on the VIM website to learn today what you can do to help uninsured residents in our community.

Everyone come out to the potluck on Friday, January 27th to socialize and get to know the dedicated individuals that make up Students for Global Health! Further details will be located on the Facebook page.