Image: Heartbeat [4 weeks]

Heartbeat [4 weeks]

Pahan Piyasa Mental Rehabilation Unit·Wadduwa, Sri Lanka

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
Support staff to organize activities for the patients
Run an analysis on the NGO progress and focus regarding NCD, substance abuse and/or mental health initiatives.
Getting to know the NGO/non-profit representatives.
Support the staff in carrying out day to day activities.
Doing research related to the psychology field.
Engage in therapeutic activities
Week 2
Organize activities to improve the mental health of clients.
Doing research related to the psychology field.
Building up your presence in the community: participate of community spaces, distributing pamphlets among community members, run physical engagement activities, etc.
Engaging in physical activities to enhance the mental stability of the clients
The power of meditation: run a meditation session (tip: seek for a partner to deliver the session)
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).
Week 3
Exercise: run a demonstration of basic at-home exercise practices and/or activities to keep the body active and healthy (such as dancing, conscious walking, morning running, etc.)
Preparing training sessions and workshops.
Engaging in physical activities to enhance the mental stability of the clients
Engage in therapeutic activities
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).
The power of yoga: run a yoga demonstration class (tip: seek for a partner to deliver the session).
Week 4
Present the results of the campaign to project beneficiaries and add final recommendations for healthy habits moving forward.
Workshop: The key elements for a healthy lifestyle.
Exercise: run a demonstration of basic at-home exercise practices and/or activities to keep the body active and healthy (such as dancing, conscious walking, morning running, etc.)
Engage in physcio therapy activities with the clients.

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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