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Tena, Ecuador

MEDLIFE is a nonprofit working alongside low-income communities in Latin America and Africa to expand access to medicine, education, and opportunities for growth.

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One of the entryways into the Amazon rainforest, Tena is the capital of the Napo province of Ecuador.

Visitors come to Tena to experience the jungle’s incredible biodiversity, raft or kayak down the white-waters of the nearby rivers, and to learn about the indigenous communities that call the area home. If you’re looking to volunteer abroad in Ecuador, MEDLIFE Tena offers essential medicine, education, and development to underserved communities.

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Population

34,800

Land Area

261.8 km²

Languages

Spanish

Currency

American Dollars

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Why Volunteer Abroad
in Tena, Ecuador?

Tena is an urban center in the Amazon rainforest in Ecuador. It serves as the primary economic and governmental hub for a network of surrounding Indigenous communities. Due to isolation and poor infrastructure, residents have limited access to healthcare and other essential services. Travel restrictions and health risks have exacerbated this lack of access during the pandemic. Although our COVID-19 response brought hunger relief and some limited healthcare services to the region, many communities have had to rely on local resources and traditional medicine to get through the pandemic. The area also faces environmental problems caused by the Amazon’s large-scale industrial extraction of natural resources. This has resulted in severe health complications for its inhabitants, including higher rates of cancer and skin diseases.

By coming on a Service Learning Trip to Tena, you will empower local communities in their recovery from COVID-19 by bringing free healthcare and improved infrastructure. Sign up today for a trip today and join the MEDLIFE Movement!

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Highlights of MEDLIFE Tena:

  • Explore various inspiring and impactful service learning trip options available year-round, including classic, nursing, dental, high school, physician assistants, engineering & architecture, and more!
  • Airport pick-up, orientation, accommodation, meals (mon-fri), and 24/7 in-country support.
  • Free medical insurance is included.
  • Comfortable dormitory-style rooms during your stay.
  • Enhance your adventure with exciting add-ons!
  • Volunteer work in Ecuador that gives back and assists low-income communities.
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How You Can Help AS VOLUNTEER

Mobile Clinics Development Projects
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Mobile Clinics

Since 2009 MEDLIFE has worked to address the needs of the underserved populations in the Ecuadorian Amazon through mobile clinics, preventative health education workshops, and patient follow-up. However, our efforts rely on dedicated individuals like you, who choose to volunteer on Service Learning Trips (SLT), making our work possible.

These are the stations in which you would participate during mobile clinics in Tena:

  • Triage
  • General Medicine
  • Dental
  • OB/GYN
  • Toothbrushing
  • Education
  • Pharmacy

 

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Development Projects

Discover the development projects you could participate in while volunteering in Tena, Ecuador. These projects are collaboratively designed and developed with the community to address their needs, resulting in meaningful and sustainable impact and empowered communities.

  • Home Renovations
  • School Renovations
  • Hygiene Projects
  • and more!

To learn more about our volunteer opportunities in Ecuador, download our brochure!

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MEDLIFE TENA SAFETY

When you sign up for a Service Learning Trip to volunteer abroad in Tena, Ecuador, you are automatically registered for medical emergency insurance for the duration of your trip. Visit our travel safe page or email us at info@medlifemovement.org to learn more.

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Enhance Your SLT Adventure

Our optional add-ons let you dive deeper into your SLT destination, supporting MEDLIFE communities sustainably along the way.

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Machu Picchu Extension

Witness the majesty of Machu Picchu

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Ica
Extension

Experience the spectacular rolling sand dunes of Ica

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Ready to make a difference in Tena, Ecuador? Discover our upcoming Service Learning Trip dates and join us on an unforgettable journey with MEDLIFE!

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