"When it comes to global health, there is no 'them'... only 'us.'"

Children under 5 years old in Uganda die at a rate approximately 10 times higher than those in the US and about 89% of the population do not have access to electricity. Drinking water is not accessible to just over a third of the rural population and the life expectancy is only 51.5 years old. But health conditions for this vulnerable population can improve with your help.

As a field practicum I will be in the Iganga District of Uganda as an intern for two months working with the Uganda Village Project. Uganda Village Project, established in 2003, partners with community-based organizations and the government to make sure that health programs meet local needs and are sustainable for long-term success. While I’m there, I’ll gain experience in public health, community education, and international development, all while helping people of a rural village in Iganga District. I have the amazing opportunity to be part of a program that improves community health and well-being through access to services, health and behavior change education, and prevention information.

I hope you’ll help the people we are targeting in Uganda, which means supporting Uganda Village Project and the great work that they do with a financial contribution. You can make your gift to improve the health conditions of the villagers by clicking the Donation link.

For more information visit www.ugandavillageproject.org.

With much love and gratitude for your financial support,

Jiana Calixto
Master of Public Health Candidate ’15
University of Illinois at Chicago, School of Public Health