Review article

https://doi.org/10.21860/medflum2023_309611

Challenges and Successes of the CroMSIC Association in Volunteering, Projects and Exchanges

Mia Radošević ; Sveučilište u Rijeci, Medicinski fakultet, Rijeka, Hrvatska *
Laura Radoš ; Sveučilište u Rijeci, Medicinski fakultet, Rijeka, Hrvatska
Aurora Vareško ; Sveučilište u Zagrebu, Medicinski fakultet, Zagreb, Hrvatska
Lea Paradinović ; Sveučilište Josipa Jurja Strossmayera Osijek, Medicinski fakultet u Osijeku, Osijek, Hrvatska
Mia Kovačević Žižić ; Sveučilište u Splitu, Medicinski fakultet, Split, Hrvatska
Adriana Ban ; Sveučilište u Rijeci, Medicinski fakultet, Rijeka, Hrvatska
Lea Klepač ; Sveučilište u Zagrebu, Medicinski fakultet, Zagreb, Hrvatska
Elena Cahun ; Sveučilište u Zagrebu, Medicinski fakultet, Zagreb, Hrvatska
Klara Miljanić ; Sveučilište u Zagrebu, Medicinski fakultet, Zagreb, Hrvatska
Tiyya Selimović ; Sveučilište u Rijeci, Medicinski fakultet, Rijeka, Hrvatska
Dino Žujić ; Sveučilište u Zagrebu, Medicinski fakultet, Zagreb, Hrvatska
Petra Galić ; Sveučilište Josipa Jurja Strossmayera Osijek, Medicinski fakultet u Osijeku, Osijek, Hrvatska
Ivan Smojver ; Sveučilište u Zagrebu, Medicinski fakultet, Zagreb, Hrvatska
Mia Suknović ; Sveučilište Josipa Jurja Strossmayera Osijek, Medicinski fakultet u Osijeku, Osijek, Hrvatska
Matij Pervan ; Sveučilište u Splitu, Medicinski fakultet, Split, Hrvatska
Vladimir Ercegović ; Sveučilište u Splitu, Medicinski fakultet, Split, Hrvatska
Sandro Kukić ; Sveučilište u Zagrebu, Medicinski fakultet, Zagreb, Hrvatska
Kana Halić Kordić ; Sveučilište u Zagrebu, Medicinski fakultet, Zagreb, Hrvatska
Laura Rudelj ; Sveučilište u Zagrebu, Medicinski fakultet, Zagreb, Hrvatska
Angelina Krmpotić ; Sveučilište u Rijeci, Medicinski fakultet, Rijeka, Hrvatska

* Corresponding author.

Abstract

The Croatian Medical Students’ International Committee (CroMSIC) is an association dedicated to improving education and collaboration across the Republic of Croatia. The organization’s activities are carried out through student volunteering. It implements a range of projects focused on prevention and education, including initiatives in public health, human rights, sexual and reproductive health, as well as medical education. Additionally, we conduct student exchange programs that enable students to travel and participate in professional and scientific exchanges worldwide, contributing to the recognition of Croatia and its university on a global scale. CroMSIC, as an association, provides a unique international experience and an opportunity for personal and professional development. Through various projects and initiatives, CroMSIC demonstrates its humanitarian side by assisting children and families in need, while some projects facilitate healthcare in often neglected rural areas. Their dedicated officials also work to raise awareness about various healthcare aspects, including specific topics like cancer prevention and genetics, in collaboration with local communities and experts. CroMSIC drives positive change through cooperation with schools, children’s homes, and local communities. Through its projects, the association aims to enhance the quality of medical education and raise awareness about key public health issues. Our past successes include educating thousands of students and engaging hundreds of student volunteers in projects. The aim of this article is to present the association CroMSIC as well as its goals – to contribute to better health and education in the Republic of Croatia, and to shape future generations of medical experts who will bring positive changes in society.

Keywords

education; exchanges; prevention; public health; volunteering

Hrčak ID:

309611

URI

https://hrcak.srce.hr/309611

Publication date:

1.12.2023.

Article data in other languages: croatian

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