Crew 2015 / 2016

OutrEach infOrmaTion
Crew 2015 / 2016
Contents
YWAM Ships Kona........................................................................4
How Can I Get Involved?..............................................................5
Health Care Volunteers.................................................................6
2015 Outreaches...........................................................................7
Outreach Details...........................................................................8
Living on Board.............................................................................9
Outreach Costs.............................................................................11
Fundraising...................................................................................12
Registration Process.....................................................................14
YWAM Ships Kona
YWAM Ships Kona, HI, is part of the worldwide Christian movement, YWAM (Youth With A
Mission) offering global opportunities for volunteers to serve individuals and communities with:
• Access to quality health care
• Food, clean drinking water, and shelter
• Opportunity for education
• Expression of culture, arts, and entertainment
• Healthy relationships
• Exposure to Christian faith and values
• Fair and productive government
• Opportunity to work and develop
We also have vessels operating in Panama & in Micronesia. There are many opportunities to serve.
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How Can I Get Involved?
There are many ways to get involved with the ship outreaches to PNG. The following opportunities
may give you an idea of where you would like to assist:
Marine Volunteer
Many of the locations we access are extremely isolated with diverse river systems and many
uncharted areas. When you enquire, let us know your experience and qualifications. We require a
number of qualified mariners to operate the ship. This includes marine engineers, deck officers,
and crew.
Health Care Volunteer
We regularly run primary health care, dentistry, optometry, and ophthalmology clinics and require
a wide variety of professionals in these areas. If you have health expertise outside these areas,
please let us know as our outreaches are not limited to the areas listed above, and we can look at
expanding our program depending on the professionals we have on board at any given time.
General Volunteer
Wondering what you can offer on a ship? Even if you do not have medical or marine qualifications,
there is still so much you can do to help in Papua New Guinea. Picture yourself registering patients,
organizing children’s programs, helping distribute spectacles, or even assisting with cooking or
housekeeping onboard! People of all ages and experience are welcome to join us as a general
volunteer.
Team
Church or business teams are welcome to volunteer onboard the ship together. Please register your
interest early as team spots tend to fill very quickly!
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Health Care Volunteers
If you’re looking for an opportunity to use your skills in a developing nation, then come and join us
in Papua New Guinea!
Primary Health Care Clinic (PHC)
Calling all general practitioners, nurses, nursing assistants, physiotherapists, midwives, and primary
health care workers. The PHC clinic has an emphasis on health education, malaria treatment
and prevention, and maternal health. Basic wound care, general health care, immunisations, and
physiotherapy are some of the services provided by YWAM Ships Kona.
Dental Clinic
Dentists, hygienists, dental assistants, and specialists are welcome to join the dentistry clinic. With
approximately 1 dentist for every 100,000 people, oral care is a huge need in Papua New Guinea.
Optometry Clinic
There is so much joy in handing a pair of spectacles to someone who otherwise would have very
poor vision. Optometrists and assistants are needed to help prescribe and distribute spectacles.
Ophthalmology Clinic
Ophthalmology is a critical component in restoring sight in PNG. YWAM Ships Kona requires
ophthalmologists, orthoptists, and ophthalmic scrub nurses who can assist with cataract and
pterygium surgeries.
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2015 Outreaches
Below are the first set of outreach opportunities for 2015/2016, aboard our ship, M/V PACIFIC
LINK.
It promises to be an incredible year as we reach out to Papua New Guinea. Across these maiden
voyages, each outreach will be unique: covering both rural and urban areas, over 1-2 neighboring
provinces.
If you would like to be considered to jump aboard, complete the online registration or download
the Volunteer Registration pack on our website. We’d love to see what options there are to work
together!*
*Please note that placements are made on the basis of best fit and skill-mix for forming field teams,
rather than on a first-in-first-serve basis. We’d love to receive your registration and see how we can
work together.
Outreach Calendar
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Outreach Programs
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Nov 29 - Dec 16, 2015
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Jan 13 - 30, 2016
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Outer Islands, PNG
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PNG
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Feb 24 - Mar 9, 2016
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Outer Islands, PNG
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PNG
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Outer Islands, PNG
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Apr 26 - May 13, 2016
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Outer Islands, PNG
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PNG
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Nov 14 - 27, 2015
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Primary Health Care Clinic
Dental Clinic
Optometry Clinic
Ophthalmology Clinic
*Dates subject to change
*Note: further outreaches are planned for later in 2016. These dates are to be confirmed at a later time.
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Outreach Details
We are so glad that you have taken an interest in joining us for an outreach in Papua New Guinea!
The following information will give you an understanding of this outreach on board the M/V PACIFIC
LINK.
Arrival
Volunteers will arrive in Port Moreseby and then fly out to our outreach destination. This will be
communicated to you once the port is confirmed and you will be driven to the ship. Once on board,
volunteers receive a comprehensive orientation about the ship and PNG. Please check with your
Registrar before booking your flights.
Training
All volunteers will be trained in their respective roles prior to clinics beginning. On board, safety
training will be conducted and the national standards of health care in PNG reviewed.
Accommodation
Volunteers will sleep on board the ship in a cabin with other volunteers. We will try our best to
accommodate married couples and families. As part of the ‘mother ship’ concept, there may be the
opportunity to be on a small team that travels to a remote village. Members of this team may stay on
land for a few nights.
Structure
The ship will spend six months on location. While onboard, you will also participate with regular work
duties (e.g. washing dishes after meals). Clinic days are usually five days per week. Sundays are
typically a day off with opportunities to attend and to be involved in a local church service. Church is
an important part of PNG culture, and we often work very closely with the local churches who are the
main healthcare providers. Most evenings will have an optional social activity on board for volunteers.
There may also be opportunities in the evening to spend more time with the local people.
The Team
People of all different ages, nationalities, and backgrounds volunteer on board the ship. It is important
to understand that some people may have different ways of communicating and interacting. Bearing
this in mind, all volunteers are asked to be culturally sensitive.
Building relationships while creating fun memories and developing personal character is a key aspect
of outreach. Volunteers may experience situations that stretch or challenge them; it is important to
support and encourage one another in these times.
Your Role
If you are a medical or marine professional, you will be placed in the team relevant to your skills. If
you are a general volunteer, you will receive training and be placed in a clinic area or in an onboard
housekeeping or cooking team.
Debrief
Each outreach will finish with a time to discuss the outreach and a celebration to reflect on the
adventures had.
Departure
You will return home via the same route you arrived.
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Living on board a YWAM
Training and Medical Ship
Living on board a ship is fun and exciting. Extra care is required due to the difficulties and
dangers of sailing. Living in close community will be a new experience for some and may be a
big adjustment.
Here is some information to help prospective volunteers get an idea of whether the adventure is
suitable.
Physical Conditions
On board a YWAM Ship, living conditions may be tighter than what you are used to. The vessel has
three levels with sets of stairs, which may cause difficulty if you have any physical limitations.
Food
Due to availability of stock in PNG and refrigeration restrictions on board, some food items, especially
fresh fruits and vegetables, are limited. Please extend grace to the galley team as they do their best
to prepare nutritious and balanced meals with the items available to them.
Temperature Extremes
Most areas we work in are located in tropical climate that can be very hot and often humid. The ship
is air-conditioned and can be quite cool overnight.
Atmosphere
It is important to know that you will be working in a culture different to your own and may
be challenged by what you see and experience. We recommend that volunteers rally some close
friends who are aware of the outreach to support them during and after the adventure.
YWAM is a Christian organization and PNG is a predominently Christian nation. Therefore, there will
be opportunity to pray for patients in each of the clinics. There will also be opportunities for people to
be involved in group worship and prayer on board the ship during the outreach.
Flexibility
The schedule can change at any time due to a variety of reasons. The catch phrase of PNG is that it
is the “land of the unexpected.” Keep this in mind; flexibility is key!
Authority and Accountability
Due to the unique nature of these outreaches, we want to help you understand the accountability
structure of our organization. YWAM Ships Kona’s ship coordinator from Kona will lead and facilitate
the outreach, the medical coordinator will assist clinic leaders of each medical team to make sure the
clinics run smoothly, and the captain will oversee areas concerning navigation of the ship and safety
on board.
Medical Working Conditions
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The dental and ophathalmology clinics are usually located in our onboard clinic and the primary
health care and optometry clinics are held in villages. The location may be a nearby school, church,
or in someone’s home. Conditions will vary depending on the outreach destination, and onboard
leaders will endeavour to equip volunteers with as much orientation beforehand as possible.
Outreach Costs
Crew
Outreach:
Dates:
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Total Outreach Cost
These outreach dates have changed.
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$460Desk
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Ywam Ships
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$530 USD
Dec 27 - Jan
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$460 USD
Email:
placement@ywamships.net
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Jan 13 - 30
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$530 USD
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Feb 3 - 20
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$530 USD
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Feb 24 - Mar 9
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$480 USD
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Mar 15 - Apr 1
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$530 USD
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Apr 6 - Apr 20
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$480 USD
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Apr 26 - May 13
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$530 USD
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May 17 - June 10
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$530 USD
* Note: dates subject to change/update at anytime due to variables outside of our control.
These costs cover:
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Food and accommodation
Transport costs (pick-up and drop-off at airport)
Outreach uniform (two collared YWAM shirts)
Travel insurance - limited cover under a group travel
policy
Administration and resource materials
General ship upkeep and maintenance
What these costs do not cover:
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Travel between your home country and Papua New
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Visa for PNG
Personal spending money
Immunisations and malaria prophylaxis
Personal travel insurance policy
Professional indemnity insurance
Any extra team items that you would like to purchase
(see items to donate)
“I have heard stories and
seen pictures of PNG,
but there is nothing like
actually experiencing
life here in person. I
have learned so much
in two short weeks... an
unforgettable and amazing
experience!”
- Ruth Lewis, General Volunteer, UK
Fundraising
Perhaps you or people you know would like to give more ...
Extra Items for Donation
Keeping in mind your airline’s baggage allowance, please feel free to bring extra items to donate
to YWAM Ships Kona or the community you will visit.
These can include:
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Small toys - bracelets, stickers, balloons, etc.
Bibles (English/Pidgin/Motu)
Sunglasses & reading glasses (+1.00 to +2.00 needed most)
Medical equipment and supplies (please request a list from YWAM Ships Kona)
School supplies
Kids program supplies
Tips for Fundraising
If you do not already have the finances for an outreach, you may have to spend some time
fundraising. If this is a challenge for you, please don’t let that stop you from coming along.
Every individual who volunteers for YWAM Ships Kona, from the Director to the
deckhand, relies on fundraising for 100% of their income. So if you require support, or if you
would like to accept the challenge and do some extra fundraising for your outreach, we can offer
fundraising tips.
“It was an amazing outreach. I feel that being on the primary health
care team has changed me, both in myself and in my nursing career.”
-Debbie Hammond-Watson, Registered Nurse, Australia
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Registration Process
How to Register
First-time Volunteers
1. Visit www.ywamships.net and register online at: www.ywamships.net/join-us/applicationforms/
2. Have a friend & pastoral / last ywam leader complete the confidential online reference form.
3. Medical and marine professionals - please supply all requested documents in addition
to your registration.
Returning Volunteers
Register online at www.ywamships.net/join-us/application-forms/
Complete these steps as soon as possible to ensure you can join your preferred outreach. Please
note, you are more than welcome to register for more than one outreach or give a range of options
if you are flexible. We will try to give you your first preference for outreach, yet due to high interest,
we cannot always guarantee additional outreaches.
Payment of Fees
YWAM Ships requires a $20 USD fee to be paid with registration for new volunteers. This fee is
waived for returning volunteers. This payment can be made in the following ways:
1. Online at www.ywamships.net, under “DONATE” click “PACIFIC LINK OUTREACH FEES” at
the top of the webpage. Mastercard and Visa accepted.
2. American checks or an international bank draft made payable in American dollars. These
should be made out to “YWAM Ships Kona.”
3. Direct deposit or wire transfer. Details to arrange payments of this type are available on our
website.
Outreach fees and payment schedule are included in your Preparing to Come pack. A deposit is
due within a week after your position has been confirmed for outreach. Full payment is due four
weeks prior to the start of outreach.
Cancellation
If, for whatever reason, you decide not to go on outreach, please notify us as soon as possible as
there may be other individuals on the waiting list. Further details regarding cancellation and fees
are included in the Preparing to Come pack.
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75-5687 Ali’i Drive
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Phone
Fax
Email
Website
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Version Date: 6/3/2015