Program

About IPhiT

IPhiT (Implementing Public Health Initiatives Throughout) is a U.S.-based nonprofit dedicated to improving lives through holistic public health education. Our study abroad program in the Dominican Republic empowers students to promote our Eight Aspects of Healthy Living: Physical, Intellectual, Emotional, Spiritual, Occupational, Environmental, Social, and Financial Wellness.

Join us in Santo Domingo to deliver community health workshops, engage in cultural immersion, and make a lasting impact.

Why Study Abroad with I-PhiT

Transform lives while growing as a global leader

• Hands-on community health workshops
• Real-world training in public health initiatives
• Cultural immersion and Spanish language learning
• Environmental and lifestyle education
• Service-learning with underserved communities
• Adventure, personal growth, and leadership development

Program Objectives

• Empower Students: Gain skills to implement global public health initiatives.
• Community Impact: Support Dominican communities through workshops and projects.
• Global Learning: Expand your worldview via cultural exchange.
• Develop Leadership: Become a leader who impacts communities worldwide.

Program Highlights

• Public Health Education Workshops (nutrition, fitness, sanitation)
• Environmental Wellness Projects (clean water initiatives)
• Youth Empowerment Events (with schools and centers)
• Cultural Tours & Language Support (Spanish basics)
• Professional Development (certificates of participation)

What Our Participants Say

“This program changed my perspective on global health. Working with Dominican communities and learning I-PhiT’s holistic approach was life-changing.”

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