GPHA is collecting essential items to bring to communities in the Dominican Republic during Spring Break! Help us make a meaningful impact by donating needed supplies 💛Items We’re Collecting:• Toothbrushes & toothpaste• Hand soap• Dental floss• Feminine hygiene products (pads only, no tampons)• First aid supplies• Healthy snacksDrop-Off Locations:• CBET – Student Services• Eastman Hall – Dean’s Office• Liberal Arts Hall – Suite 2210• College of Science – Dean’s Office• Slaughter Hall – PA Program OfficesDonations accepted now through March 4th! ... See MoreSee Less
This thanksgiving, APL is grateful to God for each and everyone of you! Despite the political unrest and all other issues the nation of Haiti keeps facing, you have remained strong in faith with us:-Our high school is up and running its first junior class. -The school clinic is fully functional with a doctor on board providing medical care and access to medication to all students and their families. -God’s mercies continue to bless upon us and bring hope via education. -Our donors continue to believe in our mission for a brighter future! We cannot do this alone, and so we take this moment to thank you and wish you a very Happy Thanksgiving! 🍁 ... See MoreSee Less
Day 3 began with a drive to Barahona to visit the Jaime Mota Regional Hospital, a second-level hospital where the RIT students had the opportunity to observe and ask questions. They also met with the former Minister of Health and learned more about the country’s health system 🏥On the way to Santo Domingo, they stopped by Los Patos, where we saw the shortest river in the Dominican Republic, located near the beach. Later, they visited another river with a beautiful view and abundant natural resources 🏞️After getting some rest yesterday, the team will have a packed schedule today. Please keep them in your prayers! 🙏 ... See MoreSee Less
Day 2 was yesterday for the RIT team and it was packed with activity! The college crew started off with a trip to Banano on the Dominican side and they had the opportunity to see the students at the Lighthouse Foundation. Then they traveled to the community of Agua Negras, where they taugh personal hygienene to more than 250 students, ranging in ages 6 to 16 years old. Later, the team visited the local jail, fire station, Civil Defense department, and the Red Cross. It was a very productive day wrapped up with a visit to the town square of Pedernales 🌴 ... See MoreSee Less
