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International Medical Health Organization (IMHO) Canada

International Medical Health Organization (IMHO) Canada. History of IMHO Canada. A registered not-for-profit organization since 2008 Strictly a non-political, non-religious, non-profit, humanitarian organization Both medical and nonmedical professionals

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International Medical Health Organization (IMHO) Canada

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  1. International Medical Health Organization (IMHO) Canada

  2. History of IMHO Canada • A registered not-for-profit organization since 2008 • Strictly a non-political, non-religious, non-profit, humanitarian organization • Both medical and nonmedical professionals • Governed and managed by a diverse group of board members • Strong accountability and transparency

  3. IMHO Canada is not a... • Political Organization • Professional Body • Doctor’s Club • Cultural Organization • Religious Group • Social Club • Alumni Association

  4. Our Mission • To improve and develop health care and health care infrastructure in under-served communities worldwide • Identify health needs, provide resources and training • Help develop health care infrastructure in underprivileged communities • Cultivate sustainability • Main focus has been on Northeast Sri Lanka

  5. What Makes IMHO Canada Unique? • Volunteer nature of organization • Extensive network of proven contacts on ground who understand situation well • Cultural sensitivity and understanding • Fills in the gaps • Diverse and comprehensive approach

  6. Efforts • Primary Care/Mobile Clinics • Nutrition • Mental Health • Emergency Relief • 2009 Humanitarian Crisis & IDP Relief • Specialty Care

  7. IDP Camps

  8. IDPs/Resettled IDPs Vulnerable Populations • Amputees est. 25,000 (in need of prostheses) • 3,000 pregnant mothers • 10,000 malnourished children • 1,000 orphans • 8,000 widows

  9. IDP/Resettled IDP Health Concerns • Mental Health • Amputees • Primary Care • Disrupted access to medications • Overstretched services, doctors • Sanitation • Livelihoods/Empowerment • Lack of health care professionals, support • Training for local personnel

  10. Mental Health Issues Present Huge Challenge

  11. Comprehensive Health Care

  12. What Have We Done In Response to 2009 Humanitarian Crisis • Nutrition: $ • Medicines: $ • Hygienic Kits & Clothes: $ • Medical Students Support Fund: $7,500

  13. Other Projects • Jaffna Pregnant Mothers’ Nutrition-$

  14. How You Can Get Involved There are many opportunities to get involved with IMHO Canada and support our work… • Spread the word about our work! • Network on our behalf • Host or plan a fundraiser in your area • Create an online fundraising page at www.firstgiving.com • Turn an anniversary or other celebration into a fundraiser • Attend an event or presentation • Offer your services • Join our mailing list (sign up on our website) • DONATE (monthly giving thru direct debit, check, or online)

  15. Thank you!

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