Strategic Plan

Strategic Plan 2026-2030

NYSARH Strategic Plan 2026/30 in Progress

Annual Report

Our Mission

The mission of the New York State Association of Rural Health (NYSARH) is to improve the health and well-being of rural New Yorkers and their communities.

NYSARH functions as the “voice for rural health.” It is a statewide organization advocating for the health of rural New Yorkers. NYSARH advocates at the national and state levels on behalf of its membership.

Our Goals

Operate based on principles of collaboration, coordination, best practices, and leadership development.
Identify factors that impact and influence the health status of rural communities.
Raise public awareness of rural health issues.
Advocate for, and develop, rural health resources.
Promote communication and collaboration among health care providers, government agencies, and other organizations.
Provide information and analysis regarding the rural perspective to legislators, lawmakers, and rural health providers.
Provide meaningful educational programs and events.
Develop, organize, and sustain the organizational infrastructure of NYSARH.

Membership

If the mission and goals of NYSARH are consistent with your own, or are just attractive to you, we would be happy to have you join our organization and to help it grow.

In numbers there is strength. Please help the voice for rural health to be heard, join today.