Yoga Mandala Project is a grassroots initiative dedicated to supporting the well-being of globally marginalized communities—and those who serve them—by fostering community and providing access to healing practices such as yoga, creative expression, and mindfulness.
Who we are
Yoga Mandala Project (YMP) is a global collective of trauma-informed yoga teachers, aid workers, and embodiment facilitators dedicated to supporting communities affected by war, violence, and displacement—as well as those working on the frontlines to serve them.
We offer offer and share accessible tools for self-regulation and stress relief, create spaces for healing, resilience, and holistic well-being. Our priorities are rooted in inclusivity and community care, with the aim to help restore dignity, compassion, and a sense of shared humanity to those with whom we work.
We believe that yoga can be a powerful resource for refugee communities—offering not only physical relief but also emotional grounding and connection.
Our training and professional development programs equip international service providers and refugee workers and volunteers with trauma-sensitive tools to support the groups they work with, and their own self-care. By addressing burnout and vicarious trauma, we help to minimize the the high turnover rate among aid workers.
OUR VISION A world where everyone can access the resources and healing tools essential for their well-being.
OUR MISSION To support the well-being of globally marginalized communities and those who serve them.
OUR PURPOSE Promote inclusivity by providing accessible tools and spaces for healing and holistic wellbeing.
Our Approach
Our Impact
I suffered in Iraq after the events I witnessed.
Yoga enhanced my psychological wellbeing and boosted my fitness. The optimistic person who wants to feel good must practise it.
- Jasim, Refugee Participant
Our Values
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Trainings
Our trainings equip aid workers and refugee facilitators with trauma-sensitive tools to support both their communities and their own well-being, helping to reduce burnout and high turnover.
Projects
We build sustainable, volunteer-led mental health programs by training teachers and support workers in trauma-informed care, ethical service, and self-care to prevent burnout.
Give
YMP is completely not for profit, and relies entirely on donations. In order for us to run our programs, offer quality training, and build sustainability, we require regular funding.
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