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IMI's 18th Annual Arbaeen Medical MissionThis Arbaeen, join IMI in serving the pilgrims (zawaar) of Imam Hussain (AS) through free medical care, medications, emergency support, specialty services, training, and public health education.
IMI’s current plans include a medical camp in Karbala with specialty and emergency services, in-person training through the International Arbaeen Conference, public health information for pilgrims, and the continued provision of free medications, medical supplies, and equipment.
Applications are now closed but you can still serve the zawaar by supporting the mission today.
Free medical care, medications, basic clinical support, and treatment for common and urgent health needs.
Support for dental needs, eye complaints, infections, and other common conditions affecting the zawaar.
Triage, urgent assessment, stabilization, and support for patients needing immediate attention.
Specialty care based on available team members and the needs of patients during the mission.
Health information and practical guidance for pilgrims to help reduce illness and improve safety.
Training and mentorship for students, volunteers, Ataba staff, and healthcare team members.
IMI welcomes applications from health professionals, trainees, students, and volunteers who are prepared to serve in an intense and highly organized mission environment.
This year’s Annual Arbaeen Medical Mission will take place from July 25–August 7 in Iraq with the priority of safely providing khidmat for the zawaar of our Imam through the medical mission. It will be an intense mission, with increased risks this year, and our plans have accordingly been modified from previous years, both in terms of service and logistics.
Delegates should plan for July 25 arrivals and August 7 departures only. The specific flight schedule and travel instructions will be shared with confirmed delegates.
The international delegation for this year will be limited to approximately 45–48 delegates.
There are limits on how many team members can be accepted in each category, including pharmacy, dental, dermatology, administration, and other service areas.
Categories will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis and then closed once capacity is reached.
The only ground package available for the team this year is a budget package of $450.
This package includes hotel stay in Najaf at Qasr Dur and shared accommodations in Karbala. Karbala accommodations will be arranged by gender, with multiple people, approximately 6–10, in each room.
The Karbala accommodations will be at a distance from the tentative clinic site. A shuttle is expected to bring delegates to Bab Baghdad, followed by a short walk to the clinic.
If a hotel package becomes available later, IMI will share the details and additional cost with delegates already confirmed in the budget package. However, an additional hotel package is not guaranteed this year.
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As in past missions, IMI has worked to arrange group logistics and subsidized ground packages for confirmed AAMM18 delegates. All Arbaeen ground packages are subsidized by IMI and are lower than the actual cost.
Includes air tickets and any hotels or additional stops on the way into or out of Iraq.
Estimated at $120–$160 USD.
Budget 14-day package: $450.
Travel insurance, if the delegate chooses to purchase it.
Basic funds for personal expenses, food outside group arrangements, or shopping.
Any additional donation a delegate wishes to contribute toward serving the zawaar of Imam Hussain (AS).
The application process for IMI’s 18th Annual Arbaeen Medical Mission will take place in stages.
The form will ask for basic contact information, health history, and professional background. Applicants will also need to upload a copy of their resume or CV.
After receiving the application, designated members of IMI’s Annual Arbaeen Medical Mission Committee may contact applicants to discuss the application, mission expectations, and next steps.
This conversation helps ensure that applicants understand the nature of the mission, the service environment, and the requirements for participation.
After provisional acceptance, applicants will be required to submit additional documentation and complete confirmation steps within a short time frame.
This may include a valid passport copy, digital passport-style photo, additional travel or identification information, ground package payment, and any other documents requested by the committee.
Passports should be valid until at least February 7, 2027.
The situation on the ground can change quickly. All delegates must be patient, flexible, cooperative, and ready to work in intense and challenging conditions.
All delegates must strictly follow IMI guidelines, including safety, security, infection prevention, professional conduct, delegation protocols, and on-ground instructions.
Delegates should also understand that participation is a service commitment. The mission requires teamwork, discipline, respect for local partners, and a sincere commitment to serving the zawaar of Imam Hussain (AS).
IMI is continually monitoring the situation and assessing the security climate for medical mission delegates.
Those who are unable to join the delegation can still support this important work.
Donations help IMI provide free medications, medical supplies, equipment, emergency support, and patient care for the zawaar of Imam Hussain (AS).
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