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FUNDING AGENCY IN HOEOPATHY RESEARCH

A Study By:

Dr. Kabita Mishra BHMS, MBA (Hospital Management)

Senior Research Fellow (Homoeopathy) Central Research Institute (Homoeopathy) | Noida | INDIA

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SN Titles Pages 01. Introduction 03-03

02. Vision, Mission Statement & Values 04-06

03. Frontline Homeopathy 07-07

04. Homeopathy Action Trust FAQ 08-11

05. How to Contact 12-12

06. About Dr. Kabita Mishra 13-13

07. Vote of Thanks 14-14

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1. Introduction Well over 200 million people use Homeopathy across the world. Homeopathy is among the top 5 most widely-used medicines globally, according to the World Health Organisation. There are 400 GPs practicing Homeopathy in the UK, treating around 200,000 NHS patients annually with Homeopathy. There are over 3,000 registered Homeopathic practitioners in the UK with day-to-day practices and an over-the-counter market approaching £46million in 2015. Homeopathy Action Trust is the membership charity that enctheirages and supports public understanding of homeopathy, for the benefit of patients, practitioners and students. We believe Homeopathy is invaluable to many people and plays an important role in maintaining their health and wellbeing. The Trust advocates that patients retain their right to choose Homeopathic treatment and access to it through their projects, on the NHS or privately.

Registered Charity No: 328537 Company No: 2463858

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2. Vision, Mission Statement & Values

Vision A world in which homeopathy is universally accepted as a potent part of everyday life, in a society that promotes and protects choice in healthcare. A society that treats patients, practitioners and students of homeopathy fairly, positively and with respect.

Mission To secure a vibrant future for homeopathy by: 1. Increasing awareness of homeopathy as a valid and effective healthcare option 2. Promoting education and research 3. Providing information and support to patients, students and practitioners 4. Galvanizing and unifying the homeopathic community 5. Fostering a culture of clarity, openness, inclusivity and altruism 6. Working independently and in partnership with other organizations to fund healthcare and research projects

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Values 1. Independence Their independent status ensures integrity and politic-free, uncompromised activity 2. Clarity The promotion of jargon-free, clear communication of homeopathy and its benefits 3. Determination We will not cease in supporting activity that defends the legitimacy of homeopathy as a valid medical modality 4. Inspiration Acknowledgement of the passion and enthusiasm that practitioners inspire in patients and students 5. Collaboration We will continue to create and support partnerships and collaboration within and around the homeopathic community in order to achieve their mission and vision

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6. Responsibility All their activity is underpinned by the practical and ecological efficiencies demanded of conscientious and responsible organizations

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3. Frontline Homeopathy 1. Frontline Homeopathy is the banner under which we enctheirage and help provide treatment to those on low incomes who might not otherwise be able to receive it. 2. They promote homeopathy as an effective, low-cost primary health care system in communities disadvantaged by social, economic and political circumstances on a global scale. 2. They fund and implement homeopathic training programs to complement and expand on existing modern and traditional health care systems and provision.

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4. Homeopathy Action Trust FAQ Do you have a question you can’t find the answer to? If any specific query is not listed below or anywhere else on the website then e-mail the trust for a personal reply regarding your specific query(s). 1. Why does Homeopathy Action Trust exist? Homeopathy Action Trust is the membership charity that enctheirages and supports public understanding of homeopathy, for the benefit of patients, practitioners and students alike. 2. How and where did the organization start? In 2002 two charities, The Society of Homeopaths Trust Company and Friends of Homeopathy amalgamated to form Homeopathy Action Trust. 3. How is the organization run?

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Homeopathy Action Trust is governed by a Board of Trustees and run on a day-to-day basis by two part-time members of staff. 4. Where does Homeopathy Action Trust get its funding from? Homeopathy Action Trust relies on the voluntary donations of individual supporters and on grant-support from foundations. We do not seek or accept funding from governments, corporations or political parties. If you would like to join us and help support their work, please contact them. 5. How do I make a donation? You can donate to Homeopathy Action Trust securely online. 6. How do I join Homeopathy Action Trust? You can join Homeopathy Action Trust by subscribing securely online. 7. How do I leave a legacy to Homeopathy Action Trust?

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There are several ways in which you can make a bequest to Homeopathy Action Trust. Your solicitor will be able to advise you on the options. If you decide to help Homeopathy Action Trust with a legacy, it would be very helpful to us to have an indication of your support by letting them know. 8. How can I contact Homeopathy Action Trust? Contact them at http://www.homeopathyactiontrust.org/contact-us. 9. Can I put a link on my website to Homeopathy Action Trust? Yes, you may link to their home page, subject to various restrictions in their Terms and Conditions- Website Terms of Use. Please read them carefully at their website. 10. Can I have a reciprocal link on the Homeopathy Action Trust website? To request a link to the website, please contact at http://www.homeopathyactiontrust.org/contact-us. 11. Do I need permission to quote or reproduce an article from the website?

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You may use information from the site for your personal reference and you may draw the attention of others to material posted on the site, subject to various restrictions in the Terms and Conditions- Website Terms of Use. Please read them carefully. For any other use, please contact them at http://www.homeopathyactiontrust.org/contact-us. 12. Where can I get technical help on using the Homeopathy Action Trust site? Please contact online at http://www.homeopathyactiontrust.org/contact-us.

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5. How to Contact: Homeopathy Action Trust

Postal Address Homeopathy Action Trust PO Box 9022, Melton Mowbray, Leicestershire, LE13 9BZ

Telephone 0844 800 2840

Contact Online http://www.homeopathyactiontrust.org/contact-us

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6. About Dr. Kabita Mishra

Dr. Kabita Mishra is a Homoeopathic Researcher and Physician. She graduateed in Homoeopathic Medicine and Surgery (B.H.M.S.) from the Dr. Abhin Chandra Homoeopathic Medical College and Hospital, Bhubaneswar, INDIA in 2008. Now a day she is perusing Master in Business Management (Hospital Administration) from Pondicherry University, Pondicherry, INDIA. She was also a full time team member of International Sustainable Health & Systems Design Residency organized by Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur and USID in November-December 2011. Dr. Kabita Mishra received around 5+ year’s post-qualification standing experiences in the following specialized areas with OPD and IPD managements at different reputed government and private homoeopathic treatment establishments, located in different parts of India: A. Clinical Research, B. Gynecology, C. Diabetes, D. Chronic Rhinitis, E. Locomotor Diseases, F. Chronic Cold & Cough, G. Urolithiasis etc

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11. Vote of Thanks

Primary Information Source: http://www.homeopathyactiontrust.org