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Shoulder to Shoulder Sends Health Brigade to Ecuador
Shoulder to Shoulder Global is a UK-based organization that strives to improve the health and well-being of impoverished communities.
Rural Traditions, Modern Ties Interwoven in Baskets from Appalachia and the Andes
An exhibit titled “Interwoven: Rural Traditions, Modern Ties ~ Baskets from Appalachia and the Andes” will showcase more than 100 pieces of basketry from Ecuador and Appalachia at the Lexington Public Library’s Central Gallery.
Shoulder to Shoulder Global: an interview with Craig Borie and Vanessa Martinez
For ten years, Shoulder to Shoulder Global has been serving impoverished communities in and near Santo Domingo, Ecuador. In 2002, Shoulder to Shoulder Global went on its first trip to help people in need of medical care. Groups of students, healthcare professionals, faculty and volunteers have been visiting multiple times a year ever since. Though the group’s goal is to provide healthcare, any interested student or community member can participate.
Shoulder to Shoulder Global Celebrates Fifth Anniversary of Ecuador Brigade
Shoulder to Shoulder Global's May 2012 brigade to Ecuador allowed students, faculty and staff from the UK College of Health Sciences, UK College of Arts and Sciences, Transylvania University as well as members of the community to attend to 704 patients at the Centro Médico and partnering communities.
