Doctors Without Borders Student Chapter at UW Madison
About
The Doctors Without Borders Student Chapter at UW Madison is affiliated with the international non-governmental organization, Doctors Without Borders (aka Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF)) . MSF delivers emergency medical aid to those in need, irrespective of racial/political factors. Doctors from around the world team up to treat victims of armed conflict, natural disaster, epidemics, and exclusion from healthcare. Additionally, MSF has developed campaigns, such as the "Access to Essential Medicines Campaign." These movements bring forgotten crises to public attention, and construct projects for clinical development.
Our chapter aims to engage the community in MSF's work, and in global humanitarian issues. We provide exposure to professionals in the field, and deliver resources to students who are interested in pursing careers in non-governmental organization post-graduation. We host speakers from Doctors Without Borders, orchestrate fundraisers on campus, and plan social events to foster friendships within our community.
As a global society, we have developed a large amount of medicine and technology necessary to treat a multitude of diseases. However, delivery of these treatments is where humanity is lacking. Let's work together to deliver medical aid to those in need!
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