YAMA Foundation

27/03/2026

Please support our mission to bring accessible wellbeing to all. Donate before the 31st of March to make a tax-deductible contribution (for donations of HK$100 or more).

Since 2016, YAMA has been committed to reducing inequalities in wellbeing across Hong Kong. We provide cost-effective, therapeutic services to the city's marginalised communities, including individuals with disabilities and special educational needs (PWD/SEN), those living in poverty, and people facing mental health challenges.

Link to donate here: https://give.asia/charity/yama-foundation 💚

請支持我們的使命，讓無障礙身心健康服務惠及每一個人。於3月31日前捐款，即可享有稅務扣減（適用於港幣100元或以上的捐款）。

自2016年起，YAMA基金會致力於縮減香港社會在身心健康方面的不平等。我們為城市中被邊緣化的社羣提供具成本效益的治療性服務，包括殘障及有特殊教育需要人士（PWD/SEN）、生活於貧困中的人士，以及面對精神健康挑戰的人士。

捐款連結在此: https://give.asia/charity/yama-foundation 💚

26/03/2026

Building a healthier Hong Kong is a vision we all share, and the Government’s new Action Plan on Weight Management is a step in that direction. However, we believe there’s an opportunity to broaden the conversation beyond BMI. This single metric doesn’t capture the full picture of health and can unintentionally add to mental health pressures.

At YAMA Foundation, we champion a holistic approach to wellbeing—one that values compassion, diversity, and respect for all. True health is about more than weight; it’s about creating a supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

Swipe through to explore why shifting the focus from ‘How much do you weigh?’ to ‘What is happening in your life?’ can lead to a more inclusive and wellbeing-centered path for Hong Kong.

You can also read our full article here: https://yamahk.org/latest-news/2026/3/26/beyond-bmi-for-a-more-inclusive-and-healthier-hong-kongbmi

建立更健康的香港，是我們共同的願景，香港政府最新推出的《體重管理行動計劃》正朝這方向邁進。然而，我們相信，這是擴闊健康討論視野、超越BMI框架的契機 。這單一指標未能全面反映健康的整體面貌，更可能在無意間加重精神健康的壓力。
在YAMA基金會，我們提倡整全的身心健康理念 — 以關愛、多元與尊重為本。真正的健康，遠不止於體重；而是創造一個讓每個人都能茁壯成長的支持性環境。
請向右滑動，探索為何將焦點從「你有多重？」轉移至「你的生命正在經歷什麼？」，能為香港帶來一條更具包容性、以身心健康為中心的前路。

你亦可以喺呢度閱讀我哋嘅完整文章: https://yamahk.org/latest-news/2026/3/26/beyond-bmi-for-a-more-inclusive-and-healthier-hong-kongbmi

21/03/2026

This year's World Down Syndrome Day theme, "Together Against Loneliness," is a powerful call to action against the social isolation and stigma often faced by people with Down syndrome.

This message resonates deeply with our mission at the YAMA Foundation. We are committed to fostering genuine inclusion, connection and accessibility, creating a community where everyone feels they belong.

We will continue our work to ensure that people with Down syndrome are not just present but are truly included, respected, and valued for who they are. How lucky we are to have such a diverse society. 💚

今年世界唐氏綜合症日的主題「攜手抗孤獨」，是一句有力的行動號召，正視唐氏綜合症人士所面對的社交孤立與社會標籤問題。這份信息與 YAMA 基金會的使命深深共鳴。我們致力推動真正的共融、連結與無障礙環境，建立一個讓每個人都感到歸屬的世界。我們將繼續努力，確保唐氏綜合症人士不僅僅是「在場」，更是真正被接納、被尊重、被珍視——因為他們本來的樣子，就已值得被愛。我們何其有幸，身處如此多元的社會。

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19/03/2026

It was an honour to be nominated alongside an incredible group of women at AmCham HK's 22nd Women of Influence Awards Gala on March 13th. The evening was a fantastic celebration of the remarkable women championing gender equality across Hong Kong, and I was proud to see our work at YAMA for greater inclusivity and accessibility recognised.

A huge congratulations to all the winners for their incredible work improving lives in our communities. It was inspiring to hear them share valuable insights on everything from wellbeing to community building.

As Co-Chair Trilby White highlighted, the event explored the meaning of "future-proofing" across different industries. She emphasised the importance of elevating diverse voices and ensuring the WOI platform acts as a driving force for fairness, action, and leadership, especially during uncertain times.

Thank you, AmCham, for creating a influential platform that recognises women, allies, and organisations. Your commitment to promoting inclusivity and empowering the next generation of change makers is truly inspiring.

- Hersha Chellaram, CEO & Co-Founder, YAMA Foundation

在3月13日，美國商會舉辦第22屆「年度傑出女性頒獎典禮」，能與一眾出色的女性並列提名，實為榮幸。當晚是一個意義非凡的慶典，表揚在香港積極推動性別平等的卓越女性。YAMA 在共融與無障礙方面的工作獲得肯定，讓我感到由衷的驕傲。

衷心恭賀所有得獎者，感謝她們為社羣生活帶來的深遠貢獻。從身心健康到社羣建設，各位得獎者分享的真知灼見令人深受啟發。

正如聯席主席 Trilby White 所強調，是次活動探討了不同行業中「未來應對力」的意義。她指出，提升多元聲音的重要性，並確保「傑出女性」平台成為推動公平、行動與領導力的驅動力——尤其在充滿不確定的時代，這份使命更顯迫切。

感謝美國商會搭建這個具影響力的平台，表彰各位女性、支持者及組織的貢獻。你們致力推動共融、賦能新一代變革推動者的精神，深深鼓舞著我們。

- Hersha Chellaram, CEO & Co-Founder, YAMA Foundation

Photo Credit: AmCham HK Hong

Image Description:
1) Hersha smiles with two AmCham Members
2) Hersha smiles with a group of AmCham Members
3) Hersha smiles with YAMA co-founder, Shaman

16/03/2026

We still have spots available for our Gentle Stretch Session on March 23rd! Sign up here 我們將於舉辦3月23日的舒緩伸展課程仍有名額！立即報名：https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeqADwqtA3YvOvoxU-nKxJMcgxEH4xBBidJkCOgXSD37vrRZA/viewform

Ready to hit the reset button? 🧘‍♀️

Join our Sound Healing & Gentle Stretch yoga sessions this March at the AIA Vitality Hub . Perfect for melting away stress, these sessions combine gentle stretches and soothing sounds to boost your mental and physical wellbeing. Recharge your mind and body for the month ahead and leave feeling refreshed and revitalised. ✨

Sign up here: https://yamahk.org/community-classes-events?view=calendar&month=03-2026 —don't forget to check the registration deadlines!

準備為您的身心靈按一下重啟鍵了嗎？🧘‍♀️

歡迎參加您我們三月份在 友邦 HUB 健康總部舉辦的「聲頻療癒+溫和伸展瑜伽」班。這課堂結合輕柔伸展與舒緩聲音，有助釋放壓力，提升身心健康。為即將到來的一個月重新充電，讓身心煥然一新，帶著清新與活力離開。✨

在此報名: https://yamahk.org/community-classes-events?view=calendar&month=03-2026
敬請謹記留意報名截止日期！

08/03/2026

Happy International Women’s Day! 💚

Today, we celebrate the incredible women at YAMA who go above and beyond to spread our message and embody our values every day. This year’s theme, “Give to Gain,” resonates deeply with our mission, highlighting how generosity and collaboration can truly transform lives. Thank you for all that you do!

國際婦女節快樂！💚 今天，我們向 YAMA 所有卓越不凡的女性致敬，感謝你們每天全心全意地傳遞我們的理念，並身體力行展現我們的核心價值。今年的主題「Give to Gain（付出．收穫）」與我們的使命深深契合，彰顯出慷慨與合作如何真正為生命帶來轉化。衷心感謝你們一直以來的付出與貢獻！

06/03/2026

A huge thanks to Cheryl Albright for an incredible weekend of training on Trauma-Assumed Behaviour Support for Yoga Therapists! 🧘‍♀️✨

We explored how behaviour is shaped by stress, trauma, and sensory processing—learning to see it as a form of communication. Our group practiced recognising early signs of dysregulation, co-regulation strategies to build safety and trust, and ways to adapt yoga practices for all emotional and behavioural needs.

We also tackled real-world case studies, from family dynamics to challenging situations, focusing on responding with calm, ethical presence.

A big thank you to Hersha Yoga for also cohosting the session!

This training has given us invaluable insight, ensuring we continue to implement best practices for our beneficiaries with greater compassion and respect. We’re grateful to continue growing and sharing these tools!

衷心感謝 **Cheryl Albright** 剛過去的週末為瑜伽治療師們帶來一場非常充實的「創傷知情行為支援（Trauma-Assumed Behaviour Support）」培訓！🧘‍♀️✨

在培訓中，我們深入探討行為如何受到壓力、創傷及感官處理方式的影響，並學習將行為理解為一種溝通方式。我們一同練習辨識早期失調（dysregulation）的徵兆，運用共同調節（co-regulation）策略建立安全感與信任，同時學習如何因應不同情緒與行為需要，調整瑜伽練習方式。

我們亦透過真實案例探討，包括家庭互動及具挑戰性的情境，重點學習如何以沉穩、專業且合乎倫理的態度作出回應。

更感激 Hersha Yoga 共同協辦此次培訓！
這次培訓為我們帶來了極具價值的洞見，讓我們能以更大的關懷與尊重，持續為服務對象實踐最佳專業做法。
我們十分感恩能繼續成長，並分享這些寶貴的工具！

Image Description:
1) The teachers stand holding their certificates in a group.
2) Lucia sits facing Cheryl who is talking with her t-shirt "Making Wellbeing Accessible"
3) A vide of Hersha explaining the session.
4) A funny photo of the group striking different funny poses.
5) A teacher stands holding her certificate with Cheryl.
6) A teacher stands holding her certificate with Cheryl.
7) Group shot of the teachers sitting on the ground with Cheryl.
8) A teacher stands holding her certificate with Cheryl.
9)A teacher hugs Cheryl while Cheryl holds her certificate.
10) A video of Cheryl talking about the session.
11) A teacher stands holding her certificate with Cheryl.
12) A teacher stands holding her certificate with Cheryl.
13) The group lying down for a meditation conducted by Cheryl sitting at the front.
14) A teacher stands holding her certificate with Cheryl.
15) A teacher stands holding her certificate with Cheryl.
16) Hersha stands holding her certificate with Cheryl.
17) A video of Wendy explaining how she found the session.
18) Hersha and Cheryl smiling together.
19) Hersha and Cheryl at the front of the class preparing for the session.
20) A video of Pacsy sharing her thoughts on the session.





Soul to Soul Yoga LLC

06/03/2026

A huge thanks to Cheryl Albright for an incredible weekend of training on Trauma-Assumed Behaviour Support for Yoga Therapists! 🧘‍♀️✨

We explored how behaviour is shaped by stress, trauma, and sensory processing—learning to see it as a form of communication. Our group practiced recognising early signs of dysregulation, co-regulation strategies to build safety and trust, and ways to adapt yoga practices for all emotional and behavioural needs. 🙌

We also tackled real-world case studies, from family dynamics to challenging situations, focusing on responding with calm, ethical presence. 💖

A big thank you to Hersha Yoga for also cohosting the session!

This training has given us invaluable insight, ensuring we continue to implement best practices for our beneficiaries with greater compassion and respect. We’re grateful to continue growing and sharing these tools! 🌿

02/03/2026

Ready to hit the reset button? 🧘‍♀️

Join our Sound Healing & Gentle Stretch yoga sessions this March at the AIA Vitality Hub . Perfect for melting away stress, these sessions combine gentle stretches and soothing sounds to boost your mental and physical wellbeing. Recharge your mind and body for the month ahead and leave feeling refreshed and revitalised. ✨

Sign up here: https://yamahk.org/community-classes-events?view=calendar&month=03-2026 —don't forget to check the registration deadlines!

準備為您的身心靈按一下重啟鍵了嗎？🧘‍♀️

歡迎參加您我們三月份在 友邦 HUB 健康總部舉辦的「聲頻療癒+溫和伸展瑜伽」班。這課堂結合輕柔伸展與舒緩聲音，有助釋放壓力，提升身心健康。為即將到來的一個月重新充電，讓身心煥然一新，帶著清新與活力離開。✨

在此報名: https://yamahk.org/community-classes-events?view=calendar&month=03-2026
敬請謹記留意報名截止日期！

26/02/2026

Ever wondered what a YAMA Meet & Greet is all about? 👋

It’s your chance to connect with our community and explore all the therapeutic programmes we offer, from group yoga and expressive arts sessions to our personalised 1:1 Yoga Therapy Scholarship Scheme (YTSS).

At our next Meet & Greet, you'll have the chance to chat with our experienced teachers in person. They'll be there to offer guidance and support, helping you take the next steps in joining our programmes, which have been shown to improve physical and mental wellbeing, engagement, focus, quality of life, and overall skills.

🔹 Save the Date: March 14th, 2026

Do you know someone who could benefit from personalised, 1:1 yoga therapy? We’d be grateful if you could share this with them.

The Meet & Greet is by appointment only, so make sure to secure your spot by signing up through our New Student Intake form at www.yamahk.org/ytss (link also in bio).

We can't wait to meet you! 💚

您會否曾經好奇 YAMA Meet & Greet (見面會) 是怎樣的一個活動？👋

這是一個讓您親身與YAMA社羣建立聯繫，並深入了解我們所提供的治療課程與服務的好機會—— 內容涵蓋共融團體瑜伽、表達藝術小組課程，以及我們的個人化一對一瑜伽治療獎學金計劃。

在下一回 Meet & Greet 中，您將有機會與我們經驗豐富的導師面對面交流。導師們將提供專業的指導與支援，協助您踏入 YAMA 課程的下一步。我們的課程已被證實有助於提升身心健康、參與度、專注力、生活質素及整體能力。

🔹 請預留日期：2026年3月14日

您或有否認識一些可能受惠於個人化一對一瑜伽治療的人呢？如果您能把這個資訊分享給他們，我們將十分感激。💚

Meet & Greet 採取預約制，請透過我們網站中的 **新生申請表（New Student Intake Form）**報名，以確保您的名額： https://yamahk.org/ytss-ch（連結見個人簡介）

我們十分期待與您見面！

14/02/2026

Wishing our community a joyous Chinese New Year filled with renewed energy, abundant health, and mindful moments from YAMA! As we gallop into the Year of the Horse, may you find your stride toward lasting joy and wellbeing. Please note that our admin office will be closed from the 16th Feb - 20th Feb 2026. 🐎✨🧧 🌸

YAMA 祝願大家新春快樂！
願我們的社羣在新的一年裡充滿嶄新能量、身心健康豐盛，並在日常中保持覺知與平靜。隨著我們邁步進入馬年，願您穩健前行，奔向持久的喜悅與身心福祉。

行政辦公室休息通知：
本會行政辦公室將於 2 月 16 日至 2 月 20 日 休息，期間暫停回覆查詢。
感謝您的理解與支持，祝大家新一年安康順遂 🐎✨🧧 🌸

09/02/2026

What an amazing Chinese New Year celebration this weekend! 🎉 A big thank you to the Harilela Family for hosting us! It was a special moment to reflect on how far we’ve come in the last 10 years and to celebrate our incredible team for the impact they’ve made. Our team is the heartbeat of YAMA, making our work truly meaningful. Here’s to many more years of growth and celebration together!

這個週末的員工團年慶祝真是難忘 —— 衷心感謝 Harilela 家族的熱情款待！🎉這是一個特別的時刻，讓我們回顧過去十年的成長歷程，並一同慶祝團隊所帶來的深遠影響。
我們的團隊是 YAMA 的脈搏，讓這份工作充滿真正的意義。
期待未來有更多歲月，一起成長、一起慶祝。

Image Description:
1) A group shot of the team with a 10 Year Anniversary Cake.
2) Three teachers stand together doing a peace sign.
3) Hersha and Shaman presenting Melo with her award.
4) The team making a love heart hand gesture together.
5) Hersha and Shaman presenting Teacher Pacsy with her award.
6) Hersha holding flowers with Shaman.
7) The team doing a funny heart on head pose.
8 ) A group photo with Hersha and her family by the cake.
9) Three team members doing a thumbs up pose.
10) A picture of the 10th anniversary cake.
11) The team doing a funny heart on head pose.
12) The team cutting the cake yelling “YAMA”!