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Nurses In Action

Phone: +61 8 8340 1266

Address: 8/977 North East Road 5092

Website: worldyouth.org.au/volunteer/nurses-in-action

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24.01.2022 Now months into the global pandemic, we have been able to see and experience the impact on a diverse range of health and social issues. Linsie is a Mental Health Occupational Therapist and past Nurses In Action Volunteer, currently working as a Community Mental Health Clinician in Victoria. She has kindly shared her insights with us.

24.01.2022 Linsie is a Mental Health Occupational Therapist and past Nurses In Action Volunteer, currently working as a Community Mental Health Clinician in Victoria. Linsie reaffirmed her passion for working within the mental health space while on our Kenyan Nurses In Action program a few years ago. She saw how little mental health issues were identified and treated in Kenya compared to how accessible treatment is in Australia. From memory, at the time I went on the Nurses In Action program, there were approximately only 100 psychiatrists for the entire population of Kenya. There is significant stigma towards people who have mental ill-health in Kenya. Often people are rejected by their families, Linsie reflects. Read Linsies full story here: https://buff.ly/3joBWnL

23.01.2022 Once we realise the benefits of volunteering, we can also find its an activity which can quickly become addictive. Helping others at home or abroad improves our lives as much as the lives of others, and finding meaningful work to do while travelling the world is a true privilege.

22.01.2022 "I have been on a number of volunteer placements where I have had little warning and attended disaster areas that were often in unpredictable unstable environments, in tent accommodation. The refugee crisis was a slow moving disaster that overwhelmed specific countries that could not cope with the influx of people and it exceeded the capabilities of existing resources and infrastructure. The refugees were on the move and fleeing conflict. They were not living in homes; they w...ere in refugee camps and they were traumatised. I needed to support with health issues including chronic conditions but also emotional trauma. The Nurses In Action program in Kenya was different because I was in a developing country where poverty exists across the board. Deeply seeded systemic issues in health care means that people have a lack of access to medical facilities or they cannot afford to seek treatment. There are endemic diseases such as Malaria and HIV affecting people on a large scale, with limited funding or resources available. On a more personal level, the program was much more organized than my previous placements; I had booked it in advance, stayed in a house, there were showers with running water and the area was safe. I felt safe." Humanitarian Nurse & Nurses In Action Ambassador Helen Zahos discusses some differences between her previous volunteering placements. Read more here: https://buff.ly/3h1UCsu

22.01.2022 Many of our Nurses In Action Volunteers are First Responders and healthcare professionals who, as a result of this years bushfires and pandemic, have experienced an extremely tougher year than usual. Were more likely than ever to hear Im not OK. A reminder on todays R U OK Day to continue supporting and checking up on your friends, family and colleagues, and in particular our emergency services personnel. Do you know what to say after R U OK? Visit the R U OK web...site to download helpful resources: https://buff.ly/2A9YzKS #AreTheyTripleOK #firstresponders #volunteers #paramedics #nursing #firefighters #nursesinaction #ruokday #emergencyservices

21.01.2022 The perfect response!

19.01.2022 This Fathers Day, we would like to acknowledge one of the Founders of World Youth International and a father figure to many over the years, Ralph Hoey. As well as being a father and grandfather, Ralph and his wife Ann have provided scholarships to many children in Nepal over the years. In particular, they sponsored a girl named Kalpana which enabled her to attend and graduate from the World Youth International School. They went on to support Kalpana so that she could comp...lete her nursing degree and then Kalpana helped run our Nurses In Action Nepal Programs as an Assistant Team Leader for a year. In 2018, Kalpana was married and moved to Australia where she has continued her studies and nursing career. This is an example of Ralphs continuous commitment to empower youth through education, so that they can be inspired to achieve their dreams in life. See more

18.01.2022 The capacity to care is what gives life its most deepest significance.

17.01.2022 The cumulative impacts on peoples mental health as a result of this years challenges has been increasing significantly due to isolation, financial and economic uncertainty, unemployment, and loneliness. Linsie is a Mental Health Occupational Therapist and past Nurses In Action Volunteer, who has kindly shared her insights: We are a seeing greater prevalence of people presenting for mental health treatment for the first time, and those with pre-existing mental ill-health ar...e reaching out for support more than ever. My colleagues who work in acute services have reported an increase in presentations to the emergency departments in the context of acute mental health crisis. Were more likely than ever to hear Im not OK. So on todays R U OK Day, learn how to listen, and help your friends, family and colleagues, find support and better ways to manage the load. Resources can be downloaded from the R U OK website: https://buff.ly/2A9YzKS

17.01.2022 A new report by the ICN - International Council of Nurses has revealed that many countries were experiencing shortages of nurses before COVID-19 and that the pandemic has exposed staffing gaps which could now lead to further short-term reductions for nations hardest hit due to issues such as burnout. The report highlights that if high-income countries continue to recruit large numbers of overseas nurses, they will further threaten the ability of low and middle-income countries to meet healthcare demands and cope with COVID-19. Australian Nursing & Midwifery Journal

16.01.2022 Volunteering feeds your soul. Learn more about Nurses In Action: https://buff.ly/2N8mCzq

16.01.2022 Wondering what it's like to be on a Nurses In Action program? Read these beautiful words from a past Team Leader, reflecting on the team's experiences in Nepal.... "Our March 2018 Nurses in Action program in Nepal was a massive success! Not only did we climb mountains for sunrises and take boats on the lake at sunset, but the Nurses delivered education sessions to over 250 Nepali people, and provided direct healthcare to over 450 more! The legacy of the work they conducted ...will live on long after the program has finished in the healthcare practices and education that continues in the hearts and minds of the people we met there. It was a profound joy to bear witness to the team’s kindness and support, not only of the communities we operated in, but also of each other. I hope we can do it all over again together one day." Click for the full piece: https://buff.ly/2J6ESZB

15.01.2022 "Most of my time in Kenya on the Nurses In Action program was spent at the Odede Community Health Centre, where we hosted sessions for the Centres permanent local nursing staff and community health workers, providing education on nutrition, diabetes and maternal health. This then empowered them to educate the Odede locals and encourage them to receive the care they needed at the Centre. Having the opportunity to work alongside Kenyan nurses and midwives, gaining insight and sharing skills has been invaluable to me," reflects Helen Zahos (Humanitarian, Emergency Nurse and Paramedic). Combine your passion for helping others with your desire to see the world all while developing vital skills to excel in your nursing profession! Click to learn more: https://buff.ly/2N8mCzq

15.01.2022 Developing countries like Nepal and Kenya are struggling more than ever. There is limited government funding that is being distributed to health facilities in these countries creating major barriers for the healthcare sector. Many nurses recognise the extra help these vulnerable communities need and are keen to travel as soon as its possible to lend a hand. We have continued to receive new applications for our Nurses In Action programs over the last few months and over 85% ...of existing applications have simply postponed their travel plans rather than cancelling altogether. This is really positive for us, but also highlights the generosity, strength and courage of nurses everywhere, highlights Terry, General Manager of World Youth International (Nurses In Action). Read more: https://buff.ly/2ClvrCg If youre passionate about giving back, and want to plan future trips, particularly when some of the communities we work within will need more support than ever while the world is recovering, consider signing up in advance to the Nurses In Action program: https://buff.ly/2N8mCzq

14.01.2022 Happy International Men's Day - a day to recognise and celebrate the positive value men bring to the world, their families and communities globally. Here's to all the male health professionals who have participated in our Nurses In Action and Global Adventurer's Programs over the years. They have all embraced their opportunity to make a real difference to the lives of people living within vulnerable communities, and we appreciate their ongoing dedication and commitment to ...helping others on a daily basis. In celebration of International Men's Day, we have put the spotlight on two of our inspirational volunteers - Steve and Rohan! Read their stories: Steven: https://buff.ly/2FTeoJ1 Rohan: https://buff.ly/2WaWGoS

13.01.2022 Well have a double-shot latte, pronto - thanks Australian Nursing & Midwifery Journal!

13.01.2022 On todays World Humanitarian Day we recognise and celebrate those who have committed their lives to helping others in the most extreme circumstances throughout the world. As a result of the pandemic, many of us have found the extreme circumstances to be on our very own doorsteps. The pandemic has demonstrated the generosity, strength and courage of nurses globally more than ever. But we shouldnt dismiss that there is great sacrifice and a fear that our health professionals... have needed to overcome, just to be able to do their jobs. We need to do all we can to acknowledge our Nurses and Health Professionals who are working in various roles around the globe testing, treating and preventing covid-19. One of our very own Real Life Heroes is Katy, Registered Nurse, Midwife and Nurses in Action Leader. Katy is currently working in a Respiratory Assessment Centre in Victoria, completing covid-19 testing for her community. #worldhumanitarianday #reallifeheroes #nursesinaction

13.01.2022 We are so pleased to hear that the World Health Organization (WHO) recently declared that Africa was free of the virus that causes polio. "This historic achievement was only possible thanks to the leadership and commitment of governments, communities, global polio eradication partners and philanthropists," Dr Moeti, WHOs regional director for Africa said. We acknowledge and thank all the health workers who were fundamental in this cause!

13.01.2022 Thanks but no thanks!

12.01.2022 Abbey is an Intensive Care Nurse and past Nurses In Action Volunteer currently working at the Royal Melbourne Hospital. For Abbey, the most difficult part of nursing during the pandemic has been the minimal human contact she can provide her patients in their time of need. The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) is a scary place where no one wants to end up. As ICU Nurses we understand this. With a smile, a look in our eyes and holding a patients hand we can provide reassurance and alleviate anxieties, Abbey highlights.

12.01.2022 We would like to take the opportunity on todays International Day of Charity to thank all our supporters and volunteers. Our supporters and volunteers are incredibly generous advocates of our mission and vision, ensuring we can continue to enhance quality of life, strengthen communities and reduce poverty through sustainable development projects in Nepal, Kenya and on a global scale, particularly through the Nurses In Action program. We deeply value and appreciate the support of everyone who helps us create real impact. We couldnt achieve what we do without your help. Thank you!

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12.01.2022 For all the night shift nurses!

12.01.2022 Thanksgiving is a day dedicated to giving thanks and being grateful for what we have. With so many of us impacted by the past year's pandemic, it can sometimes be hard to stay positive. However it's so important to be able to reflect and find light in the darkness. Today, let’s all try and think of 3 things we are thankful for. Thanksgiving helps remind us to not only be thankful for today but for every day. Can you write down (or type out) three things you're thankful for ...at the beginning of every day? This will start your day off right and help acknowledge where you are. We invite you to join in and answer the question what are you thankful for? in the comments below. Let’s all come together and share our thanks #worldyouthinternational #nursesinaction #thanksgiving #givingthanks #grateful #thankful

10.01.2022 Did you know that our Odede Community Health Centre is one of the first medical facilities in Kenya to roll out a malaria vaccine? The vaccine is being made available to children up to 2 years of age across Kenya, Ghana and Malawi all who have the highest rates of malaria cases in the world. The Malaria Vaccination program is being carried out as part of a national strategy led and funded by the Ministry of Health with the aim to eventually eradicate Malaria. Community leaders and health workers, including our Nurses In Action volunteers, have been encouraging parents to ensure all the children of the target age receive the vaccine, stressing the importance and the long-term benefits. #worldmosquitoday #nursesinaction #zeromalaria #worldyouthinternational #kenya

09.01.2022 We are happy to announce that World Youth International's new Maternal Health Centre in Kenya has completed construction and is officially open. Nurses and health professionals who participate in our upcoming Nurses In Action programs (which will resume once travel restrictions ease) will spend time supporting the team within the new Centre. We can't wait for you to see it first-hand! Read more about this exciting good news here: https://buff.ly/2KrNQAO

09.01.2022 Wishing all Nurse Dads a Happy Fathers Day!

08.01.2022 Every year, World Humanitarian Day acknowledges and celebrates those who have committed their lives to helping others in the most extreme circumstances. Our Nurses in Action Ambassador, Helen Zahos, is an Emergency Nurse and Paramedic who has volunteered in disaster areas around the world. Thank you to Helen, and the thousands of health professionals worldwide who engage in humanitarian work to provide help where its most needed, in particular our past and future Nurses In Action volunteers. Learn more about Helen; her insights, and her experiences as a humanitarian nurse. #worldhumanitarianday #nursesinaction #reallifeheroes #worldyouthinternational #volunteer #awarenessdays #accesstohealth #healthforall #ambassador #helenzahos #nurse

08.01.2022 When we volunteer, we grow and develop by learning new skills and embracing situations that are outside of our everyday lives. Every humanitarian volunteer placement is an experience and is considered not just admirable from a philanthropic sense but also from a professional sense. If you are able to volunteer in a developing country it shows character, capability, resilience and motivation.

07.01.2022 Countries like Nepal and Kenya need your expertise as they deal with the challenges of being in lockdown for many months. Healthcare is at an all-time low and they need your help. With the ability to accumulate CPD hours on our Nurses In Action programs, RNs, EENs and Midwives of all ages and experience levels will have more opportunities than ever to develop their skills, working alongside local health professionals within vulnerable communities to inspire change where its most needed. Apply today - interest free monthly payment plans can be set up. If travel restrictions are still in place next year, you can defer your travel plans for up to 2 years at no further cost! Find out more: https://buff.ly/2N8mCzq

06.01.2022 On this weeks Womens Health Week, we would like to highlight the work we do to improve the health and well-being of women within developing countries through providing access to education. One of the UNs Sustainable Development Goals is "good health and well-being for all. This is a huge task when it comes to remote villages in Nepal and Kenya, and is proving to be an even more challenging goal due to the impacts of the global pandemic. During our Nurses In Action program...s, our Volunteers host a range of educational sessions on womens health topics. The women in these sessions are very engaged and have lots of questions, showing just how important it is for them to have access to this type of information. Without our teams work within these vulnerable communities, they may not receive even basic health information. Training sessions are also held at World Youth Internationals Odede Community Health Centre for the Centres nursing staff and community health workers, educating them a range of topics such as nutrition, diabetes and maternal health. This then empowers them to educate the Odede locals and encourage women to receive the care they need at the Centre. See more

05.01.2022 In celebration of World Children’s Day, we would like to acknowledge and thank all our past volunteers who have helped so many children from within vulnerable communities abroad through our Nurses In Action program. We receive a lot of feedback over the years that the highlight for our Volunteers is their involvement in Vulnerable Children’s Day, which is held during their placements at our Odede Community Health Centre in Kenya. Children from the Odede community are encoura...ged to attend the Health Centre on this day, and are provided with a free health check-up and a nutritious meal. For some children, this is the only substantial meal they will receive that week. As well as providing healthcare and food, our Nurses In Action volunteers have been able to support these children by engaging them with interactive educational games and dancing. These are very special moments for our Volunteers and we thank you all for your incredible contributions during this program. While our Volunteer programs are grounded due to the pandemic, there are vulnerable children who have no access whatsoever to healthcare or education. Can you contribute to the cost of a Health Camp, to support children and their families to recover from the impact of covid-19? It doesn't matter how much you can afford to contribute, every dollar counts! Donate here: https://buff.ly/38QPGoX Our short-term goal is to generate financial support so we can deliver free Health Camps for children and their families all over western Kenya. A Health Camp costs just $2000 and it will provide assistance for 300-600 patients. Click the link above for more information on how you can make a positive impact to the lives of so many people who won't receive help from elsewhere. Donations to World Youth International are fully tax deductible and you will receive progress updates on your camp. #worldchildrensday #worldyouthinternational #nursesinaction #volunteers #nurses #children

05.01.2022 HealthTimes most recent edition includes a dedicated Midwifery feature - for all things pregnancy, birth and babies during the pandemic. Their article on self-care during the International Year of the Nurse & Midwife is also definitely worth a read! And can you spot our Ambassador Helen Zahos amongst the pages?

05.01.2022 Its crucial that EENs and RNs continue to be empowered and inspired on all our Nurses In Action programs. Going forward, EENs will be partnered with a RN to experience a wider scope of placements, and there will be a huge emphasis on education. With the ability to accumulate CPD hours on our programs, there are more opportunities than ever for nurses to to develop their skills. Apply today - Interest free monthly payment plans can be set up. If travel restrictions are still in place next year, you can defer your travel plans for up to 2 years at no further cost! Click to learn more: https://buff.ly/3gOlb4B

05.01.2022 On our new-look Nurses In Action Kenyan programs, there will be more opportunities than ever for Australian EENs and RNs to develop their skills, including being able to host educational sessions for the local nurses. Click to learn more: https://buff.ly/3gOlb4B

05.01.2022 We thank our Nurses In Action Volunteers who have worked alongside Kenyan health professionals supporting the crucial services delivered at World Youth Internationals Odede Community Health Centre over the past 12 months! Our Health Centre is a community-driven initiative that brings crucial healthcare services to thousands of people living in poverty every year in western Kenya. It provides maternal and infant health care, HIV testing and support, and many other vital services. Hundreds of women give birth safely at the Health Centre each year, and community outreach programs provide education and basic medical services for the schools and villages surrounding Odede. Read more about how the Centre is improving access to care, particularly for the women and children of Odede: https://buff.ly/39ZKKMr

05.01.2022 It seems fitting that on todays International Youth Day we take a moment to acknowledge that World Youth International was first founded over thirty years ago with the aim to create opportunities for young Australians to be challenged, inspired, and motivated while helping those less fortunate. While our organisation has evolved over the past three decades, our mission remains to educate, empower and inspire positive change on a global scale, in particular through our Nurses... In Action programs. We can empower the next generation of nurses by encouraging the sharing of skills and knowledge across cultures and roles. No matter our age, we all have the opportunity to play a role in enabling communities around the world to access quality healthcare and education. Lets strive to empower the youth of today, to make way for a better tomorrow! Find out more about Nurses In Action here: https://buff.ly/2N8mCzq

04.01.2022 When the pandemic hit, getting our nurses on flights home was my priority. It was a whirlwind 48 hours; dealing with contacts and partners across various time zones. I admit, there were some moments of concern; a few times I had a volunteer booked on a flight, only to find out a few hours later that the flight had been cancelled and we needed to scramble around to find another route home. Miraculously, all the volunteers made it home safely before the countries went into loc...kdown, and our volunteers were able to undergo their 14 days of quarantine. Not one of them tested positive for the coronavirus, Terry, World Youth International General Manager. Earlier this year when the impact of the coronavirus was beginning to be felt all over the globe, there were groups of Australian nurses over in Nepal and Kenya on our Nurses In Action program. As countries around the world began closing their borders, Terry knew he had to do everything he could to get the volunteers home safely before there were no flights left. He personally assisted all volunteers to make it home, working around the clock to make it happen. Read more here: https://buff.ly/2ClvrCg

03.01.2022 Tomorrow is World Humanitarian Day! We are continuously blown away by the many stories we hear about humanitarian volunteers around the world, particularly those who have been involved in our programs over the years. We thank our past and future Nurses In Action volunteers for your ongoing passion and commitment to making the world a better place! This years pandemic has been the biggest challenge to humanitarian operations globally. As the pandemic continues to impact th...e globe, there are many impoverished communities who will not be able to recover without the help of humanitarian aid volunteers. Disasters such as this affect us all; but those living in poverty are always the most vulnerable as it makes it even harder for them to break the cycle. If we cant help these communities gain access to quality healthcare, who will? #worldhumanitarianday #reallifeheroes #nursesinaction

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