What We Do
Medical Mission Aid (MMA) improves health outcomes in under resourced communities by partnering with local Churches and Christian development partners in health workforce development, preventative health programs and vital facility improvement.
The United Nations, plans to build a better world for all people and our planet by 2030, outlining 17 Sustainable Development Goals (United Nations, 2020). MMA specifically targets:
- Goal 1
“End poverty in all its forms everywhere”, by providing scholarships to study a health profession, individuals, families and communities are transformed through vital health skills and economic development. - Goal 3
“Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all”, through collaboration with local partners MMA improves health outcomes in the most under resourced communities through preventative health programs. - Goal 5
“Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls” at least 50% of health professional scholarships are provided to women. Many projects specifically focus on women’s health and empowerment.
Strengthen and equip local organisations to impact their community.
Empower locals by encouraging community ownership of programs.
MMA has longstanding relationships, based on mutual respect and trust, with our in-country Church and Christian development partners.
MMA is committed to transparency and accountability to supporters, project partners and regulatory authorities.
Tek Nath Yogi (2nd year Medical Student)
"Being an individual from an economically backward family it was hard to dream for me to become a doctor. I realized that dreams always come true when we have courage to pursue them. I want to become a person of value and a source of inspiration to thousands of students like me…"
"Thank you so much for being such a wonderful part of my journey full of struggles. No doubt one day the support and care that you have been providing will worth it to a society from my best efforts".
