Introduction
Kia ora!
My name is Simone and I’m a third year Global Studies student majoring in Global Politics and Human Rights. My Area Study for my degree is Latin America which is one of the main reasons why I chose to apply for the program ‘Intercultural Approaches for Public Health in Chile!
I’m very grateful for this opportunity and super excited to be part of the Prime Minister’s Scholarship for Latin America.
Learning about the indigenous systems of health practised by South America’s traditional Mapuche and Aymara people is going to be such an incredible and valuable experience.
I also love art and all things creative so I’m looking forward to experiencing the beautiful art and vibrant colours of Chile.
Can’t wait to share what the team will get up to in Santiago!
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Explorando y adjustando – Exploring and adjusting!
I still can’t believe we are in Santiago, Chile. It’s been just over a week, and I still have to pinch myself every time I wake up in this beautiful city. From the never-ending sound of the city to the vibrant colours and expression of art on the streets, it is simply breathtaking. While I…Continue…
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Diversión al sol
It’s been just over two weeks since we landed in Santiago, and I’m falling in love with the city each day. I finally feel like I have adjusted to the lifestyle change and climate. Every day, we wake up to sunny mornings and fall asleep to the incredible sunsets, which are very different to the…Continue…
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‘Mari Mari’
“Mari Mari” means “Hello” in Mapuzungun, the Mapuche indigenous language This week has been a rollercoaster of unexpected emotions. I have cried and laughed in spaces I never imagined and connected with people I would have never met without this opportunity. This week has been a rollercoaster of unexpected emotions. I have cried and laughed in…Continue…