Pediatric Care and Reproductive HealthAbout Internships

Each UC Davis Summer Abroad Internship program pairs UC Davis Study Abroad with a partner organization that manages the personalized internship placements; arranges accommodations and excursions; leads onsite orientations and optional social events; and provides 24/7 emergency support.

Please note that homosexuality is illegal in Ghana, and attitudes towards LGBTQIA+ individuals may be extremely hostile. We recommend reviewing resources such as Equaldex - LGBT Rights in Ghana and the ILGA World Database. For further support, please contact the Program Coordinator.

The Pediatric Care and Reproductive Health program allows eligible students to use financial aid for summer internships, with fees covering accommodation, meals, and excursions but excluding airfare and personal expenses, while estimates for total costs are provided for planning.

The Pediatric Care and Reproductive Health program includes accommodations in local homes or dorm-style lodging with meals provided, features excursions like city tours and hospital visits during orientation, and addresses the unique health challenges faced by children in Ghana, while emphasizing the importance of understanding the risks associated with living abroad.

Dr. Elisabeth Lore holds a Ph.D. in Comparative Literature from UC Davis, specializing in French, Caribbean, Chicanx, and multilingual literatures. Her current research explores Mediating Literature, a genre focused on negotiating relationships between conflicting cultures, particularly those shaped by immigration.

UC Davis Summer Abroad Ghana offers students the opportunity to earn units over the summer through immersive coursework, enhanced by local excursions, guest lectures and reflective assignments.

Join local medical professionals in the historic Children’s Hospital and see how these professionals provide care in a resource-scarce environment.