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Brown School - TPO Uganda Practicum (Outgoing Program)

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  • Locations: Kampala, Uganda
  • Program Terms: Fall, Spring, Summer
  • Homepage: Click to visit
  • Restrictions: WashU applicants only
Dates / Deadlines:

There are currently no active application cycles for this program.
Fact Sheet:
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Click here for a definition of this term Approved Areas of Study: Public Health, Social Work Click here for a definition of this term Minimum GPA: 3.0
Click here for a definition of this term Language of Instruction: English Click here for a definition of this term Non-Language Prerequisite(s): One international course from Brown with a B or better
Click here for a definition of this term Scholarship Opportunities: Khinduka Scholarships Click here for a definition of this term Program Advisor: Tammy Orahood
Click here for a definition of this term Additional Opportunities: Internship, Research, Service-Learning Click here for a definition of this term Programs by School: Brown School
Program Description:
TPO Uganda
Address: Plot 3271 Kansanga off Ggaba Road, P.O. Box 21646 Kampala, Uganda

Website: https://www.tpoug.org/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tpouganda/

Sector of Work: Child Protection (Orphans and vulnerable children), Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) and Eco systems, Food Security and Livelihood Support, Peaceful Co-existence, Mental Health and Psychosocial Support and HIV/AIDS Prevention

Region/Country: Uganda

Mission: TPO Uganda is a national Ugandan non-governmental organisation. Our programs cover both development focused and humanitarian work.

Description: 
Since 1994, we have supported and partnered with civil society organizations and government to empower communities with the skills and tools they need to effectively address their problems.  Our objectives are to strengthen national and community systems and structures for effective protection and promotion of children’s and women’s rights, increase access to psychosocial and mental health services to vulnerable communities, and enhance vulnerable communities’ capacity to manage and respond to disaster and socioeconomic shock. As we design and deliver services, we are building a society where mental, social and economic wellbeing is prioritized to enable all people enjoy a harmonious and productive life.
 

PRACTICUM DETAILS


Language Requirement: English
   
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Cost: Students are responsible for flights, housing, potential visa fees, potential vaccine fees, and living expenses. Students are required to purchase purchase WUSTL travel insurance for the duration of their practicum for $40/month.

Travel Immunizations or preventative medication is recommended and may be required for your program participation. Students are responsible for covering all associated costs. Please refer to the CDC for more information. 

Brown School Contact: Global Programs Office

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