Transforming Lives

Through Education

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Vietname countryside

Volunteer Connections

Two volunteers share how they connected at different times in their lives.

Transforming Pediatric Dermatology in Vietnam Through International Collaboration

Two years later, a conference is still changing dermatology practice in Vietnam.

HVO Launches New Obstetrics and Gynecology Project in Moshi, Tanzania

Health Volunteers Overseas is thrilled to announce the launch of a new project.

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Our Work

HVO is dedicated to improving the availability and quality of health care in resource-scarce countries through the training, mentorship, and education of local health professionals. Highly skilled health professionals serve as volunteers providing both in-person and virtual trainings. We also provide scholarships for on-site clinicians to participate in international continuing education opportunities. Around the world, HVO is transforming lives through education, working towards a world where all people have access to high-quality health care delivered by local health professionals.

Our Impact

Around the world, HVO is transforming lives through education

volunteer assignments since 1986

international partners since 1986

projects in 22 countries

health professionals trained annually