WHO WE ARE

North East Syria Medical Association (NESMA): is a non-governmental humanitarian organization that seeks to provide health and other humanitarian services to meet the needs of individuals in northeastern Syria, supporting the health system and strengthening medical education in Northeast Syria.

MISSION &VISION

NESMA BOARD

NESMA SENIOR STAFF

NESMA CAREERS

OUR MISSION ...

is dedicated to delivering life-saving services, revitalizing health systems during crisis, and promoting medical education via a network of humanitarians in Syria, the US, and beyond.  

OUR VISION ...

is to strengthen the future of Syria’s healthcare, delivering dignified medical relief where needed, fortified by a dedicated medical community.

OUR CORE VALUES

SERVING WITH COMPASSION

We serve those in need with compassion, kindness, and dignity, regardless of background or religious affiliations. Our purpose is to ensure that no one is left untreated in the face of crisis.

SERVING WITH COMPASSION

We serve those in need with compassion, kindness, and dignity, regardless of background or religious affiliations. Our purpose is to ensure that no one is left untreated in the face of crisis.

SERVING WITH COMPASSION

We serve those in need with compassion, kindness, and dignity, regardless of background or religious affiliations. Our purpose is to ensure that no one is left untreated in the face of crisis.

SERVING WITH COMPASSION

We serve those in need with compassion, kindness, and dignity, regardless of background or religious affiliations. Our purpose is to ensure that no one is left untreated in the face of crisis.

NESMA advocates to improve healthcare access and outcomes for the people of northeastern Syria by addressing critical gaps in the health system, supporting medical education, and promoting the well-being of vulnerable populations. Through its efforts, including the establishment of medical facilities and the provision of essential services, NESMA works to ensure that individuals in the region have access to quality care. Advocacy is essential for mobilizing resources, raising awareness of the urgent healthcare needs, and pushing for policies that support sustainable healthcare solutions, mental health services, and the strengthening of the local health workforce. By advocating, NESMA aims to ensure that the voices of affected communities are heard and that long-term, effective solutions are implemented.

SAMS FOUNDATION BOARD MEMBERS

Dr. Abdulfatah Elshaar, Chair

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