As of Wednesday, May 14, MN has suspended all volunteer trips to MN in Haiti for various reasons including civil unrest and threats of imminent violence. We still don't know when it will be safe to start sending volunteers again. So I may not be able to go to Haiti this summer.
Although I'm very disappointed, I realize that my inconveniences are insignificant in comparison to what our neighbors in Haiti go through everyday, especially with their current worsening situation.
So far I've raised about $1750, which includes $580 surplus from previous Haiti trip fund-raiser. If I end up not going, I'd be happy to return any donations upon request. However, you can rest assured that I will continue to pursue international service opportunities during med school and beyond, and any remaining contributions will go towards funding future trips.
Thanks again to those who have sent contributions, and I will keep you all updated whether I end up going or not. Please keep me in your thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
SunMin
