About SAIMA
South Australian Indian Medical Association (SAIMA) was incorporated on 17th June 2008.
The organisation aims to provide a common platform for health professionals interested in the Indian Subcontinent. SAIMA members meet at regular intervals for social, cultural and scientific activities.
Objectives
- To promote the provision of high quality services by the members of the Association to communities belonging to Indian subcontinent which will enhance the quality of their life, rights and dignity.
- To promote health issues affecting the communities belonging to Indian subcontinent in South Australia.
- To provide a united voice in lobbying for recognition and implementation of appropriate and adequate service provision for the members.
- To provide a vehicle for the dissemination of information and support for members.
- To lobby for the provision of professional support to members already employed providing services to the community.
- To provide information about continuing education opportunities and to conduct activities which will promote the level of expertise in serving the particular needs of members.
- To liaise with other organisations to enable members to have access to information relevant to practice in developing countries.
- To provide representation on relevant professional forums.
- To seek from governmental and private bodies and agencies, funds by way of loan, grant or donation for the purpose of advancing the objects of the Association.
