amara is a model based on the successful Surmang Foundation's prototype in remote Qinghai Province. Amara will replicate that model in 30 other locations throughout China's remotest and poorest regions.
amara's focus is on three elements: provider training, extending the reach and capacity of rural providers, and regional health care.
amara is committed to health promotion meaning preventive, pro-activeand evidence-based health care via. The premise of the program is that local stakeholders and beneficiaries are the best source of assessment, and a sense of ownership the best motivator for being a partner in promoting health.
amara is a collaborative effort of the Surmang Foundation and the Wu Jieping Foundation, and Qinghai Provincial Government, Yushu Prefecture Ministry of Health.
