Volunteering with FIMRC in La Merced, Peru!

What I liked most about the trip was experiencing a new country's culture and health system I had almost no prior knowledge about. I hadn't learned much about Peru in the past, and this trip really exposed me to how diverse and unique Peruvian culture is. My favorite volunteer activity was the anemia survey we did in La Esperanza and Zona Patria. I was able to see how people lived in a rural community and learn about people's perception of health and anemia specifically, since it is a major issue in Peru. A bonus was the beautiful mountainous location. The experience was more than just educational, and I had a wonderful time exploring downtown La Merced and hiking to beautiful waterfalls around the city!