Sanar Wellness Institute

The Sanar Wellness Institute provides holistic wellness services to survivors of gender-based violence and the community at large in a peaceful and compassionate environment. 

Our center allows members to transform their own lives while giving back to others. Through a portion of the fee that community members pay, these same healing services are then available, free of charge, for survivors of gender-based violence.

Vision: All survivors of gender based violence  have access to therapeutic wellness services that foster resiliency, inspire hope and support survivors in meeting their own definition of success.

                                Core Values  

Honoring Individuals:  At Sanar, YOU matter.  We respect, honor, and celebrate diversity, both within Sanar, and in the communities it serves. Sanar believes that each individual can participate in their own self-actualization and contribute to social change, when we honor and recognize their unique strengths, journey and aspirations. 

Creative Intention:  We can only dream as far as we can see.  At Sanar, we strive to engage creativity and imagination to expand the horizons of our staff, participants and community.  We encourage the use of creative expression and play as intentional tools to heal and provide platforms for diverse expression.  

Transformative Growth:  Growing to new heights first requires growth within one’s self.   We prioritize transformation both within oneself and in the wellness-based services Sanar offers in local and international communities.  Sanar works to support each individual on their unique life journey.

Integrity and Respect: A strong character leads to a lasting foundation.  Sanar is firmly grounded in approaching all work, and anyone with whom it collaborates, with the utmost respect.  We hold the organization to the highest ethical standards that are informed by Sanar’s wellness-based mission and vision. 

Justice and Equality:  Inspired action creates real change.  Sanar is firmly oriented in social justice and equality, acknowledging the impact of systemic oppression in our society today.  We strive to provide critical wellness support for individuals and communities that have been impacted by oppression while working towards equal access to opportunities and resources within society at large.