Salut à tous! Je suis un étudiant de médecine, et on m'a offert des bourses pour aller faire les stages medicales en Afrique, comme j'avais tojours révé.
Finalement je dois choisir entre deux projets: 10 semaines en région del Bengo en faisant des stages à l'université de Caxito (nord de l'Angola) ou 4 mois dans la région de Oussouye (sud de Sénégal). Je ne connais pas trop sur aucune de tous les deux endroits; donc si vous avez quelque experience, quelque conseil, quelque chose que vous voulez partager avec moi, je vous remercierai vraiment.
Merci beaucoup, bon voyage!
Adrián
La diversidad es la fuente de la que se nutre la riqueza personal de los hombres
Adrian, je ne connais pas la région du Sénégal qui t'est proposée, mais pour avoir fait un stage infirmier dans la région d'Mboro des tas de souvenirs et de sentiments me restent, certains meilleurs que d'autres et même si ca n'a pas été tout rose le sentiment principal est avant tout une magnifique expérience car dans ce domaine tu sera au contact direct de la population (souvent des enfants) avec toute la tristesse que cela implique, mais ce fut tout de même une aventure inoubliable! Accroche toi!
😉 A ta dispo si tu as des questions!
salut comment tu vas ben tu pourais pas changé d hopital
peut etre leur proposé dans la region de thes car la au moins je pourais
faire kelke chose pour toi je suis du senegal
Merci beaucoup por vos réponses, eh non, malheureusement je peux pas changer de région; en fait, c'est pas encore sur q je partirai en senegal, peut etre que sera l'angola... je ne sais pas!! mais c'est bien sympa tous les trucs que j'ai entendu du senegal, et en fait c'est le projet que j'aime le plus, mais ça ne dépends pas tout de moi...
Si je suis choisi finalement pour le senegal, je vous remercierai si je peux vous poser d'autres question. Merci de nouveau et... à bientôt?
Adrián
La diversidad es la fuente de la que se nutre la riqueza personal de los hombres
J'ai fait 4 mois en angola l'année dernière pour rejoindre mon copain qui travaille là bas pour total. Malheureusement je n'ai fait que la capitale, luanda, qui est relativement sale et assez craignos. Je ne suis pas allée dans la région dont tu parlais, mais il parait qu'à l'extérieur de la capitale les gens sont plus sympas et moins aggressifs. Donc ca peut valoir le coup!
En tout cas niveau climat c'est pas mal, de 25° en 'hiver" à 40 en "été", assez humide.. Par contre attention aux moustiques!! Ils sont partout et super méchants..
Donc si tu évites luanda, je pense que le voyage peut être super sympa, moi je n'ai pas regretté d'y être allée même si je n'ai pas eu l'occasion de quitter la capitale!
salut, j ai lu que tu avais rejoint ton copain a luanda et moi je pense etre mutée la bas, alors je me demande si mon copain peut venir avec moi ou pas (il faut etre pacsée ?) et si oui, quelles sont les formalités en terme de visa etc ? merci
ps: c est vraiment pas beau luanda :( ?
"Les proverbes sont comme de petites gouttes d eau qui nonchalamment tombent quand Dieu pleure", moi.
Bon, en ce qui concerne Luanda, effectivement ce n'est pas terrible, surtout quand on a vu d'autres pays africains qui sont quand même un poil plus à cheval sur la propreté.. Et puis comme tu dois le savoir, c'est vraiment un pays très pauvre, donc ne t'attends pas au grand luxe. En revanche il y a plusieurs bars et resto sympas, notamment sur Ilha, une presqu'ile située dans luanda. Donc pour les soirées et weekends, tu peux facilement sortir pour boire un verre ou manger (attention toutefois, les prix sont exorbitants et la qualité de la nourriture parfois douteuse 😕). Mais l'ambiance est souvent sympa, bien qui tu y croises souvent la jeunesse dorée de luanda et presque tous les expatriés du coin.
Et puis si tu sors de luanda, il y a moyen de voir des choses plus sympas, c'est vraiment la ville qui n'est pas top.. Par exemple on est allés à cabo ledo, une plage où tu peux pratiquer le surf ou tout simplement faire de la bronzette. Il y a aussi le parc national de Quicama (très peu d'animaux mais les paysages sont sympas) ou encore Sumbe, où mon copain a fait des séjours, et visiblement ca lui a plu.😉 Il a même fit un séjour en quad d'une semaine dans le désert de Namibe, dans le sud de langola, et il en est revenu enchanté! Donc le côté négatif est à réserver pour luanda...
Ensuite, en ce qui concerne ton copain, il est peut être possible de le faire venir avec toi, mais tout dépend de qui t'embauche là bas. Mon copain bosse pour Total, et c'est donc eux qui se sont occupés de toutes les démarches administratives pour m'obtenir un visa.. Sachant qu'il faut effectivement être soit pacsés, soit mariés, soit concubins. Nous, on avait fait un certificat de vie commune (=concubinage) à la mairie de mon domicile, à savoir qu'il doit être daté de plus de trois mois.. Enfin ceci ne concerne que Total, je ne sais pas comment ça se passe dans les autres boîtes!
En tout cas tant mieux si tu peux faire venir ton copain avec toi, c'est quand même plus sympa en couple.
Si tu as d'autres questions ou besoin de renseignements sur l'angola, n'hésite pas, mon copain est encore là bas jusqu'à mi juin..
Je suis allée à Luanda. Ce n'est pas si moche que ça. Le problème, c'est qu'il n'y a pas grand chose à faire. Tu as les bars à expat sur Ilhia et quelques restos sympas ex : le chinois dans l'arbre. Autre loisir : la piscine de l'alliance française. Si tu es Total, il te reste le kilomètre 14 (piscine et pataugeoire). Les plages de Sangano et Caboledo sont sympas mais 2 heures de route et gros embouteillages pour rentrer le dimanche soir. Ah oui, rentrer avant la tombée de la nuit car route non éclairée et présence de grosses ornières. Pour les papiers, si tu n'appartiens pas à une grosse entreprise, c'est galère, autant pour entrer que pour sortir. Faire attention à la police, ils sont graves. La multa (amende) te tombe souvent dessus sans que tu comprennes vraiment : une rue en sens interdit qu'aucun panneau routier n'indique... Et s'ils t'emmenes au poste, ça coute entre 250 et 500 dollars pour s'en sortir. Beaucoup plus cher, s'il te la mette en fourrière. Faire scanner ton permis de conduire. Les policiers te le confiques croyant que tu viendras le rechercher et payer la multa. Si c'est un scan, tu t'en tamponnes, ils peuvent en faire collection... De plus, la conduite à Luanda est originale et comptes 2 à 3 heures pour atteindre le centre ville (embouteillages permanents)
My name is Deborah, I’m French. I’m married and have two children. I’m a clinical psychologist specializing in psychotraumatology, and I’m also pursuing medical studies.
For some time now, I’ve been seriously considering moving to the United States. My long-term goal is to practice medicine in the U.S., with a particular interest in forensic pathology. I know the journey is demanding (USMLE, residency, fellowship, etc.), but I’m ready to commit to several years of hard work.
For now, I’m focused on building this project thoughtfully. I want to improve my English, better understand the American system, and connect with people who’ve already gone through this process or are living in the U.S.
I have a few questions:
- Are there any doctors or international students here who’ve successfully matched into a U.S. residency?
- When did you start preparing for the USMLE?
- What advice would you give to someone still in medical school?
- Which states would you recommend for a future career in forensic pathology, with a good quality of life and good schools for kids?
- Is it better to do an observership or a research fellowship before applying for residency?
- What are, in your opinion, the pitfalls to avoid when planning such a project?
Thank you so much to everyone who takes the time to respond. I’d really appreciate any advice or experiences you can share!
Hi everyone, my son’s school is offering him a one-month Erasmus trip to Ireland, but he has to find a junior cycle school that will accept him and a host family on his own. Honestly, we’re struggling—we’ve contacted two schools and haven’t heard back! If you have any leads...
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I’m considering moving to Miami to live and work for a few years.
If anyone knows what the administrative formalities are—both for getting a work permit and for the steps and reputable organizations to contact (since I imagine there are scammers in this space) when buying a studio in Miami or Miami Beach—I’d love any info you can share!
Hi, I was wondering if anyone has already had the experience of working abroad?
I don’t have a specific country in mind yet, so I’m open to hearing about your experiences on this topic—the pros and cons, etc.
Hi there!
I’m a young Malian looking to work in Morocco. Besides a passport, what other documents are required at the **Moroccan** border?
Thanks for your help!
Hi there. I’m planning to move to Luxembourg around December 2025 or January 2026. I’ll be looking for a job and settling in. My question is: is it too complicated to find housing? Is the job market more advantageous and easier than in France? I’m open to any information that could help me.
Thanks in advance for your advice.
I’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences about marrying a Cuban and moving to Cuba (not the other way around!). Yes, some of us actually *want* to stay on the island! Is it possible to work there without too much hassle, or is it really complicated?
I’m heading to Bangkok for a 5-month internship, and I’m wondering about the budget because I’ve read all sorts of things—so I decided to post here to get answers tailored to my situation! :D
I found housing that costs me 7,000 baht (I know it’s a bit pricey, but it’s super convenient...), which works out to about 160 € all-inclusive. So, I was wondering if it’s realistic to live on 500 or 600 € per month, and if so, under what conditions? Is that enough, considering I’ll be working 40 hours a week?
Thanks in advance for your replies—I hope they’ll reassure me!
WEP offers loads of different projects, including one I really like: helping and volunteering on a farm, particularly in South America (Peru or Argentina).
I’d love to know if anyone has tried this project or knows someone who has... or has done something similar? I’d like to get some feedback before diving into the adventure.
If so, could you share your thoughts on the project, any tips, etc.?
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Are there any special requirements before leaving France (aside from taxes...)?
Thanks to everyone for your help—every bit of info is useful. We’re aiming for a departure around 06/2010 (just need to save up a little more...).
Thanks again!
Hi, I’m a self-employed physiotherapist in France, and as my wife (a nurse) and I look into working abroad in about two years, I’ve been offered an equivalence to become a respiratory physiotherapist in Switzerland. Actually, I’m currently doing a postgraduate diploma in pediatric respiratory physiotherapy and want to specialize in that area. Anyway, that’s not the main point—could anyone explain the pros and cons of doing this job in Switzerland? Based on the paperwork I’ve received, the equivalence seems purely administrative or almost... What about working conditions, quality of life, salaries, etc.?
Thanks for your replies.
PS: Same question for my wife, a nurse, regarding her integration.
I’m looking for information about jobs in early childhood in New Caledonia. I’m currently a childminder in a MAM (multi-accueil) and I’ve also worked for about 6 years in several daycare centers as a childcare assistant.
In the summer of 2026, my husband is being transferred to New Caledonia. We’ll be living near Nouméa. Do you know if the early childhood sector is a good field for jobs there?
Can’t wait to discover this island! Right now, we’re in the middle of all the administrative paperwork for our 3 kids, finding housing, bringing our cat to the territory, and so on!
Thanks for your feedback!!
Hi there,
I’ve been living in Bali for a month now, but unfortunately on a VOA visa. I’m looking for a European company that’s set up in Indonesia. I’m in electrotechnical maintenance—air conditioning, cold rooms, 220V/380V electricity. I’ve been a tradesperson for 3 months and can bring my full professional toolkit. If anyone’s interested, let me know!
You can send me a message.
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I’d love to go to Japan to travel, and if things go well, work there too.
Has anyone tried finding a job there? Is it even possible without speaking Japanese?
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I’d like to move to Spain, specifically to Málaga.
To do that, I’d like to know if I’ll need any official documents from France to work there, or anything like that...
I’d also love to hear from people who’ve moved to Spain for work—do Spaniards like the French? Is it hard to fit in? What are the salary ranges for a ready-to-wear salesperson? And is it easy to find housing?
My partner and I currently live in Antibes—we’re both freelancers working remotely. We’re thinking about potentially moving to Italy.
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I’d love to hear about life in this region! We’re looking for a quiet spot close to the sea. Any recommendations? As for the paperwork, is it difficult to get everything official? Is finding housing tough in this area? What kind of guarantees are usually required? If any kind soul could shed some light on this, we’d really appreciate it! 🥺🏻
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I’d like to get some information about my eligibility for the DV Lottery.
About my background:
• I earned a *Bac Pro* through VAE (*Validation des Acquis de l’Expérience*), issued by the *Éducation nationale*.
• I also have a professional certification as a *Conseiller en Insertion* (Employment Counselor), issued by the Ministry of Labor.
• Altogether, this adds up to a *Bac+2* level.
I’d like to know if this level qualifies me to apply for the DV Lottery.
Regarding my work experience:
• I work as an *Employment Counselor*.
• I checked on O*Net Online for the classification: Job Zone 4, SVP Range: 7.0 – <8.0.
• I only have one year of experience, but I handle similar tasks in business creation.
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I’m looking for info on villages around Aix, like Fuveau, Bouc-Bel-Air, or even Éguilles and Venelles?
We’re a couple with a child living in the Paris region, and I’ll be relocating to Aix-en-Provence in spring 2026. We’d love to swap our apartment for a house with a pool within 20-30 minutes max of central Aix, with a budget of around 650k €.
In terms of climate and geography, I’ve read that Aix is in a basin where it can get really hot. What about the surrounding villages that are a bit more elevated, like Venelles? Is it just as stifling?
Starting this spring, we want to settle near Aix-en-Provence. We're tired of living in the mountains with all the snow—we really need some sunshine and a fresh start. Is it hard to find a house to rent there? What about prices? If you have any great tips or useful info about the area, we’d love to hear it. I work in education and want to do prevention work in Marseille or Aix—are there jobs in the social sector?
Anyway, we need tons of info, but we’re sure we’re going to take the leap—no hesitation, adventure is adventure!!!
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I’m an osteopath and I’d like to set up and open an osteopathy practice in Thailand. I don’t have a precise location in mind yet, but I’m thinking maybe Hua Hin.
I saw there’s an osteopath based in Phuket, so I wrote to him for some info, but he still hasn’t replied🤪!
So I’m reaching out to people who live there or know the country well:
I’d like to know what the best ways are to advertise and get known in Thailand. Are there any local classifieds newspapers?
First, I’d like to practice from my apartment. Is that allowed in Thailand?
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Hello everyone,
We’re a small family from the south of France, with a 2-year-old little boy, and we’re dreaming of starting a new adventure abroad by opening our own business. For now, we haven’t chosen a specific destination yet.
We mainly speak French, with a basic level of Spanish and English, and we’re ready to improve these two languages if needed. We’re looking for a multicultural, safe country with quality healthcare and good schools accessible for our son. We’d also love a pleasant place with a mild climate where life is good.
Our idea is to travel to different countries to explore, compare, and refine our project. We’d be really happy to read your tips, experiences, or anecdotes if you’ve already undertaken a similar project or if you know key points to anticipate.
Thanks in advance for your shares and help—it would really help us move forward with our project! 😄
Hi everyone,
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