"The journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step" 

- LAO TZU

supporting healthy communities in the himalayas

Learn more about who we are and what we do

our story

from research in the highlands of east africa to medical expeditions in the mountains of south asia. read our story.

what we do

large enough to have an impact, small enough to spend wisely. learn more about what we do and why.

who we are

an NGO based on informed, collaborative, utilitarian, and sustainable principles. learn more about who we are.

We need your help!

ATMA is currently partnering with local Indian NGOs to fund mobile medical camps in Ladakh, and we need your support!

The mission is simple: provide 10 medical camps per year, 7 days each, for 3 years, to provide healthcare to people who would otherwise receive none.

​Please learn more about our campaign today and consider making a donation!
A Thousand Metres Above (ATMA) is an international non-profit organization that supports healthcare initiatives in the Himalayas.