Development, Health,and Society- SIT
Region: Sub-Sarahan AfricaCountry: Kenya
City: Based in Nairobi & other locations
Language: English
Term: Fall-Spring
Semesters of language study required: None
Sponsoring Institution: School for International Training- SIT
Notes:
A field study program that explores the intersections of economics, health, and social development in Kenya—home to more than 40 ethnic groups, each retaining a strong sense of cultural identity. The country has worked hard to reconcile diverse perspectives on development and health care as it allocates limited resources. Students will learn about Kenya’s advances in educational training, infrastructure, and technical development, and gain an understanding of the vibrant private sector and successful coalition-building efforts that have helped to strengthen Kenya’s economy.
Homestays and educational excursions help illustrate that access to health care remains an issue for this predominantly rural population. Students interact with a wide array of local contacts in cosmopolitan, multiethnic Nairobi, the regional base for numerous local and international nongovernmental organizations engaged in development and health-related projects.
- Swahili Language Study
- Development, Health & Society Seminar
- Independent Study Project
- Rural homestays
- educational excursions to other areas in Kenya
For more Information, see SIT in Kenya, or make an appointment with an .
As there is a current U.S. Travel Warning for Kenya, please consult the OGP to discuss safety issues.