Mission

The Himalayan Institute’s humanitarian mission is Yoga in Action—offering spiritually-grounded healing and transformation to the world. Our humanitarian projects serve impoverished communities through rural empowerment and environmental regeneration. By putting yoga philosophy into practice, our programs are empowering communities globally with the knowledge and tools needed for a lasting social transformation at the grassroots level.

	Education Adult vocational training (skills training) empowering individuals to earn a sustainable livelihood. Children’s educational scholarships providing youth the foundation to become tomorrow’s leaders.
	Healthcare HI Total Health Centers pioneer holistic, integrative wellness through health products, services, and education tailored to the leading health issues for each community we serve. Total Health Centers integrate a range of holistic healing modalities that dovetail with existing health infrastructure, providing preventative healthcare, lifestyle counseling and public health awareness.
	Environment Energy Farming: promoting sustainable farming, land management, and cultivation of medicinal crops, environment-regenerating trees, and biofuel crops. Energy Farming programs offer training and outreach services to rural farmers seeking to restore ecological balance while earning a sustainable livelihood. Large-scale tree plantation to fight global warming, renew the water table, improve soil fertility, and regenerate marginal wasteland around the world.