Welcome!

Hello, and welcome to the weblog for the Collaborative Sahsa Health Initiative! This is a group started by eight UNC students committed to the development of healthcare infrastructure, clean water programs, and other public health initiatives for the Sahsa area of the RAAN region of Nicaragua. Our project will allow us to work closely with the people in the community to get a sense of their health needs, on what sorts of development projects it would be desirable and beneficial for us to collaborate with them, and to offer workshops on basic practices for improved health. We also plan to work with the University of Nicaragua to engage medical students, faculty, and deans in providing means for improved health and welfare in this region. The members of our group are set to leave for Nicaragua throughout the month of June, some traveling or participating in Spanish immersion programs prior to the start of their work. We'll keep you updated on our travels and adventures from airports, net cafes, and any wireless hotspots we can find! For now, check out the introductory posts from the students who will be participating in the trip.