MAP International Health Fellowship

Purpose

MAP International (MAP), since its inception in 1954, has supported health programs in over 100 developing countries. MAP partners with organizations, missions, and individuals to provide essential medicines and health supplies, prevent and mitigate disease, disaster, and other threats; and promote community health development.

As a part of that mission, MAP established the MAP International Health Fellowship to provide travel scholarships to health students and graduates pursuing global health missions. The purpose of this Fellowship is to encourage lifelong involvement in global health missions by supporting health students and graduates serving the direct health needs of developing world communities.

Scope

Mission Site/Placement Eligibility

Students/graduates are required to secure their own mission placement site. Placement sites are considered in selection of MAP Fellows.

· Christian mission hospitals and other Christian-healthcare facilities are given preference. Mission placements that demonstrate a strong Christian focus and mentorship capacity are also favored.

· Placements that demonstrate direct patient care and/or direct health outcomes for individuals and communities are preferred.

· Although clinical investigation may be included in any individual project, the overall emphasis is on a broad health care experience.

· Mission placements 4 weeks or more in duration are given preference.

A written confirmation of placement acceptance and projected time of service is required.

Applicant Eligibility

Students and/or graduates in health-related fields including medicine (physicians and physicians assistants), nursing (nurses and nurse practitioners), allied health, dentistry, pharmacy, and physical and occupational therapies are eligible to apply. Students who are unsure if they qualify can reach out to MAP’s Community Engagement manager, Charlie Iro (ciro@map.org).

Scholarships will be awarded one time only.

Selection

Applications are reviewed by the MAP Program Committee. Applicants are notified of acceptance within 30 days of application submission when at all possible. Fellowships are awarded on an ongoing basis as slots are available.

Applications received by MAP at least two months prior to travel are given preference.

Awards

MAP Fellowship Awards are announced via email.

· Each Fellow is eligible to receive up to $3,000 for travel-related expenses including airfare and other transportation costs. Scholarship funds are disbursed as direct reimbursement (via mailed check or direct deposit). Reimbursement requires submission of paid invoices/receipts.

All travel arrangements are the responsibility of the applicant.

Airfare: MAP will reimburse the amount of the lowest fare available for a particular itinerary at the time of booking, as shown by a documented minimum of at least three different flight options.

Grants will be reimbursed upon receipt of (1) a paid booking invoice and (2) documented minimum of at least three different flight options.

Costs incurred prior to the mission can be submitted in advance. Costs incurred during the mission can be submitted upon return.

Method of Application

Completed application forms and required documents should be submitted electronically using the below application form.

Requirements

MAP International Health Fellowships must be utilized at the approved site submitted with the application. Any mission placement site changes must be submitted and approved by MAP International. No Fellowship will be granted retroactively. In the event a student is unable to complete an assignment as approved, the award must be refunded to MAP International.

Travel Documents

Students/graduates are responsible for all travel arrangements and travel documentation.

MAP International Health Fellowship is not responsible for travel-related plans, arrangements, or required documents. Any expenses incurred due to issues with travel documents, including additional airfare, and costs for visas or passports, are not eligible for scholarship reimbursement.

Final Reports

Awardees are required to submit a report to MAP International within 30 days after completing the Fellowship. The report must be submitted electronically and should contain a summary of activities and an assessment of the value of the experience to the student and to the health care of the community. The report should include photos and personal stories. Students agree that all reports and photos submitted can be used by MAP to promote the Fellowship and raise awareness of global health needs.

Name*

First NameLast Name

Date of Birth*

Date

Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.

Email

Please provide your school email.

Email*

Please provide a personal email address for future communication.

How did you hear about the MAP International Health Fellowship?*

Who referred you to the MAP International Health Fellowship?

Expected Departure Date*

Expected date of initial flight departure.

Expected Return Date*

Expected date of return flight.

Expected Flight Origin*

Flight origin City, State

Final Destination*

Destination City, Country

Will anyone else be traveling with you?*

YesNo

Who will be traveling with you?

Destination*

Country and City/Community

Site Name*

Name of health care facility that you will be working at/with.

Estimated Mission Start Date*

Estimated Mission Completion Date*

Have you received placement approval from your school? (If Applicable)

YesNo

Have you received approval from the placement site?*

YesNo

Is the site a Christian Mission Hospital?*

YesNo

Sponsoring Mission Board (if applicable):

Is the site a Christian-health care facility?*

YesNo

Do you have a contact at the health care facilitiy?*

YesNo

What is the name and position of the contact you have at the placement facility?

Will you be having Christian mentorship during your STM?*

YesNo

Who will be providing the mentorship?

Please briefly describe how Christian mentorship is part of your mission placement:

Please briefly describe the health care facility and the work you will be involved in:*

Have you had any previous experience abroad, in health care or otherwise?*

YesNo

Please briefly describe your previous abroad experiences (include dates, places and purposes of travel):

Please list any language(s) you understand (read, write, or speak) and indicate your fluency level (good, fair, or excellent):

Highest Level of Education Achieved and Date of Graduation*

Education level, Date of Graduation/Expected Graduation.

Institution of Highest Education:*

Name of institution where you received your highest level of education.

4-year institution attend(ing)(ed) and year of graduation*

Name of 4-year institution you attend or attended and date of graduation/expected graduation.

Name of your faith community (if applicable):*

If not applicable, please note N/A.

Address of Faith Community (if applicable):*

City, State (If not applicable, please note N/A.)

Contact information of faith leader*

First NameLast Name

Phone Number*

Please enter a valid phone number.

Email*

example@example.com

Please briefly describe any service you are involved in with you faith community:

Are you a citizen of the United States?*

YesNo

Do you possess dual citizenship?*

YesNo

In which countr(ies) do you possess citizenship?

Please upload a detailed CV listing academic achievements, scholarships and awards, extra-curricular activities and relevant work experience. *

Please upload a letter of good standing from a school representative or a copy of your diploma and license if graduated. *

Please upload two letters of reference: 1) from a health care professional you have worked with and 2) from your pastor or someone who knows you through a faith-based organization or group *

Please upload a copy of your personal statement that answers the following questions. After reviewing MAP’s website (www.map.org), 1) How does your personal approach to health care and health development compare or contrast with MAP’s program models? 2) What experiences in your life have influenced your view of global health? 3) How has your personal Christian faith journey impacted your desire to be involved in global health? The statement should be no longer than 2 pages.*

If accepted, I declare: 1. I fully and personally accept all risks associated with participation in mission supported in any way by the MAP International Health Fellowship, both known and unknown, and hereby voluntarily waive any and all claims I may have against MAP International, its subsidiaries, its Board of Directors and officers, individually and corporately, and its employees in connection with any activities during my period of participation in the approved site placement. 2. I have read the conditions of this Fellowship, agree to abide by them, and accept full responsibility for all personal insurance during my mission placement should I be awarded a Fellowship. 3. I agree to authorize the release of my name, school and other pertinent site and experience information as appropriate to MAP to be used in the interest of the MAP International Health Fellowship Program.*

MAP International Health Fellowship

Fellowship Information and Details

Applicant Information

Travel Information

Mission Fellowship Site

Education and Faith

Required Information

Acknowledgements and Waiver