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Global Citizens Academy – Colorado

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June 14, 2026 — June 20, 2026

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Mission Archive · June 2026

The Need

Over the past five years, Denver’s unhoused population has nearly doubled and has grown at a rate far outpacing the city’s overall population growth. As homelessness continues to rise, public resources, government support, and charitable services have struggled to keep pace with increasing demand. The result is a growing number of individuals and families facing serious barriers to consistent healthcare, preventative services, and ongoing support.
Many people experiencing homelessness suffer from medical recidivism not because they are unwilling to care for themselves, but because they often lack access to the education, stability, and resources needed to manage their health. Chronic conditions may go untreated, preventative care may be missed, and minor health concerns can escalate into urgent medical needs. Many individuals also face difficulty navigating when and where to seek care, how to manage nutrition and medications, or how to maintain their health in unstable living conditions.
The need is not only for treatment, but for compassionate guidance, education, advocacy, and continuity of care. Through this work, IMR seeks to help vulnerable neighbors move toward healthier lives by offering care in the moment, while also helping them better understand their options and pathways to improved health and wellbeing.

Our Work

International Medical Relief began providing life-saving care within the Colorado shelter system during the COVID-19 pandemic. For nearly two years, IMR delivered 24/7 healthcare coverage in congregate residential settings, serving vulnerable populations experiencing homelessness and making a meaningful impact during a critical time of need.
Today, IMR is building on that foundation by continuing to serve these communities with compassion, dignity, and purpose. Through the Global Citizens Academy and Colorado volunteer experiences, participants become part of this ongoing story of care. Volunteers help advocate for patients, support community outreach efforts, and contribute to the delivery of health education and essential services that can improve and save lives.
This work also extends beyond Colorado. Participants help bridge local service with IMR’s international mission by assisting with the preparation and packing of medical supplies and equipment used in global deployments. These materials support doctors, nurses, and local healthcare teams providing sustainable education, diagnosis, treatment, triage, laboratory services, pharmacy support, and specialty care in underserved communities around the world.
With diligent planning and strong local partnership, IMR ensures that each mission supports clear outcomes aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, especially SDG 3: Good Health and Well-Being and SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals. IMR works shoulder-to-shoulder with local hosts and partners to strengthen care, expand access, and help develop a future generation of healthcare and public health leaders. Whether in Colorado or abroad, our mission remains the same: to provide compassionate care, elevate vulnerable populations, and create meaningful opportunities for service that lead to lasting impact.

This Mission

Global Citizens Academy is an immersive service-learning experience created by International Medical Relief to inspire and equip the next generation of compassionate leaders. In collaboration with IMR’s work Colorado, this program offers participants the opportunity to serve locally while gaining a broader understanding of global health, humanitarian care, and community partnership.
At IMR, we believe global citizenship begins with a heart for service, a commitment to dignity, and a willingness to respond to human need wherever it exists. Participants do not need to travel internationally to make meaningful impact. Through the Global Citizens Academy, volunteers can engage directly in service at IMR’s U.S. headquarters and within Colorado communities, while also contributing to the preparation and support of international medical missions around the world.
This experience is designed to foster leadership, compassion, and practical understanding of humanitarian work. Participants will gain exposure to the principles that guide IMR’s work globally, including sustainable service, health education, partnership with local communities, and alignment with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Lodging/Transportation

You will be staying in the city of Denver for the week. IMR’s travel partner, Worldwide Navigators, can assist out-of-state volunteers with accommodations that match your price point, from hotels to homestays.

Extend Your Stay

Worldwide Navigators can help arrange Colorado tours for you in Colorado Springs or many of our mountain communities where alpine slides, zip lining, river rafting, fly fishing, hiking, the National Parks and so many other activities of the great outdoors attract tourists from across our nation. Contact Worldwide Navigators.

Itinerary at a Glance

Day 1 · Sunday, June 14, 2026

Arrivals

Day 2 · Monday, June 15, 2026

Orientation and CPR/Basic First Aid Training

Day 3 · Tuesday, June 16, 2026

Global Health Office Work

Day 4 · Wednesday, June 17, 2026

Warehouse Warriors

Day 5 · Thursday, June 18, 2026

Medical Relief Clinic

Day 6 · Friday, June 19, 2026

Medical Relief Clinic

Day 7 · Saturday, June 20, 2026

Departures

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Aspen, Colorado
Your Journey
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Full Itinerary

This itinerary is subject to change without notice.

You will need to arrange your flight destination to be Denver International Airport (DEN). If you need assistance booking flights, please contact Worldwide Navigators, our preferred travel agency, at travel@worldwidenavigators.com. You may also choose to arrange transportation from the airport to your accommodation, which you may purchase from within your portal under Trip Add-Ons.

14 June 2026

Arrivals

Day 1

Plan to arrive in Denver, Colorado Sunday evening and settle in for the night. IMR’s travel partner Worldwide Navigators can assist all volunteers coming from out-of-state with accommodation that matches your price point, from hotels to homestays.

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15 June 2026

Orientation and CPR/Basic First Aid Training

Day 2

Eat breakfast at your leisure. You and your team will meet at 8am for orientation. Your team leader will go through your orientation program which includes roles for the day’s operations and IMR’s protocols, in addition to an overview of the location and/or community you and your team will be serving today. Your days may be different as there are a variety of needs in Colorado’s underserved communities, including community health education, basic health overviews, health screenings, body mechanics, consultation and referrals, Q&A sessions, and other support.

In the afternoon, you will have the opportunity to get certified training in CPR and Basic First Aid by our certified master trainers or teach if you are a master trainer yourself.  Go home with an extra skillset that will serve you when you least expect it.

In the evening you will have a debrief from your team leader and review goals for the next day.  Enjoy the many offerings that the City of Denver has to offer in downtown from our 16th Street Mall, Lodo, The Highlands, or if you have more energy, take in Elitches or a baseball game!

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16 June 2026

Global Health Office Work

Day 3

Get ready to learn and grow in your knowledge about IMR and medical missions. You will get to discuss global health care, learn what is new and offer innovative ideas about global health. Your team will also work together compiling statistics from previous trips, organizing paperwork for upcoming missions, and providing valuable support to the IMR organization. 

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17 June 2026

Warehouse Warriors

Day 4

Today you’ll learn the ins and outs of how IMR prepares our supplies for each deployment. Get an inside look at what makes our clinics run and pack out supplies with loving care for an upcoming deployment. Sort, organize, and prepare each area of clinic, educational materials, and medications for upcoming international missions in IMR signature orange bags. 

In the evening, you’ll return to Denver to get rested for your next day of service.

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18 June 2026

Medical Relief

Day 5

This morning, you and your team will meet for an overview of what your day will look like providing volunteer services to the people of Colorado. Your day will be full of many opportunities to serve others and will be extremely rewarding. 

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19 June 2026

Medical Relief

Day 6

Your final day of volunteering with IMR has come so make today count – last day best day! At the end of your day we will have a grand finale debrief, pass out much-earned certificates, and celebrate each other and our accomplishments with a ‘cheers to peers’ after volunteering. 

You are welcome to depart Colorado anytime after 6pm today.  If you are flying, plan a departure time at 8pm or later for your journey back home.

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20 June 2026

Departures

Day 7

Your mission has officially concluded.  Worldwide Navigators can help arrange Colorado tours for you in Colorado Springs or many of our mountain communities where skiing, fly fishing, hiking, the National Parks and so many other activities of the great outdoors attract tourists from across our nation. Contact Worldwide Navigators.

Thank you for your service!

Welcome Home! Please upload your photos!

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Your Journey

Clinic Photos

This itinerary is subject to change without notice.

Flights & Prices

This mission has been completed. The details below are retained for reference; applications and early bird offers for this trip are closed.

Mission minimum donation: $500

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