Come to East and West Learning Connections to meet with an amazing Chinese American young man who has traveled to more than 140 countries and created a clinic on an island in Kenya to help the people he loves. Dialogue with Dan Xia, and walk home with inspiration to embrace diversity, cultivate empathy, and strive for positive changes in our interconnected world!
Time: Thursday, May 30, 2024, at 7:30-9 P.M. (Eastern Time)
Free English Online Event, transcript of translations in other languages available on Zoom
The meeting will open 15 minutes prior.
Guest Speaker Introduction
Dan Xia is a first-year medical student at the University of Rochester and the International Director of the Sagrema Foundation, a community-based organization on Mfangano Island in Kenya. Driven by his passion for service and global health, Dan has spent the last few years creating and operating a community clinic, providing affordable healthcare to hundreds of patients on the island.
His journey doesn’t end there. Over the past six years, Dan has traversed over 140 countries, immersing himself in diverse cultures and broadening his understanding of the world. Through his travels, he’s cultivated a deep appreciation for intercultural exchange and the importance of a global perspective in addressing global challenges.
In his free time, Dan enjoys engaging in a myriad of hobbies, from studying languages to practicing gymnastics and experimenting with cooking. His multifaceted interests reflect his insatiable curiosity and relentless pursuit of personal growth.
Join us as Dan shares his experiences, insights, and adventures from around the world, offering a glimpse into his remarkable journey of exploration, service, and learning!
You are welcome to visit Dan’s Instagram page here:
https://www.instagram.com/dan_xia
And his Gofundme page here:
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