Author:
Lasker, Judith, 1947- author.
Imprint:Ithaca : ILR Press, an imprint of Cornell University Press, 2016.
Descriptionix, 262 pages ; 23 cm.
Note:Introduction: A "tsunami" of international volunteers -- pt. I. The sponsoring organization. Who sponsors international medical missions? ; The activities and goals of sponsoring organizations -- pt. II. The volunteers. Becoming a volunteer ; What leads to volunteering, what volunteering leads to -- pt. III. The host communities. The best and the worst: host perspectives on volunteer programs ; Benefits to host communities ; "First, do no harm": the unintended negatives for host communities -- pt. IV. Principles for maximizing the benefits of volunteer health trips. Mutuality and continuity: two pillars of effective programs ; Community-focused research ; Programmatic focus -- Conclusion: Lessons learned; Responding to the debate -- Appendix A. Methods of study -- Appendix B. Recommendations for having the best possible global health volunteer trip.
Bibliography Note:Includes bibliographical references and index.
