INASP-Health Directory 2003/2004
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PrefaceThe aim of this Directory is to be as comprehensive as possible in the coverage of organizations supporting book, library and information development as related to health. It is hoped that it will be seen to be a reference document for all those interested in health information provision and library and book development.
Acknowledgements The INASP-Health Directory is supported by Exchange, a networking and learning programme on health communications for development www.healthcomms.org
Rebecca Priestley and Neil Pakenham-Walsh were responsible for data collection and compilation.
Accuracy Whereas every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of data included, the publishers cannot accept responsibility for accidental omissions or errors. The editors would be pleased if any errors in this edition could be brought to our attention.
Dr Neil Pakenham-Walsh
Carol Priestley Director, INASP
Oxford, 2003
IntroductionINASPINASP-HealthINASP-Health DirectoryThe directory is structured in two parts. The first has a focus on Organizations that provide health information for health professionals, including publishers of accessible printed and/or electronic materials. The second looks at Organizations that support book and library development, including distribution programmes and a small selection of funding agencies.
Criteria for entry include relevance to the above; commitment to improving access to reliable information for health personnel in developing and transitional countries; and provision of a relevant service or publication free of charge or at low cost. A total of 240 profiles were accepted for initial inclusion. This number is expected to increase as we continually expand and update the Directory.
The INASP-Health Directory aims to be as comprehensive as possible in its coverage of organizations supporting library and book development and provision of reliable information for healthcare workers in developing and transitional countries. The directory does not cover activities in primary/secondary level education or health education for the general public. Also, it does not attempt to cover the full range of complementary information services on the internet such as e-mail discussion lists and specialist web sites. Such information can be found on the INASP Health Links gateway at http://www.inasp.info/health/links/contents.html
The INASP-Health Directory focuses on international programmes and organizations. There is a parallel need for similar information at country level. INASP is keen to help address this need, and invites comments and suggestions on possible ways forward, particularly from representative regional and national organizations.
Data gatheringOrganizations were approached with a draft profile based on their entry in a previous INASP Directory and/or information from the organization’s website or other literature. Draft profiles were sent to the organizations for confirmation of accuracy of content.
Profiles of organizations from whom confirmation was not received are indicated by the following symbols:
Every effort has been made to ensure that the data are accurate and comprehensive. The editors recognize, however, that there will inevitably be some gaps. They would be pleased to receive details of any errors as well as information from any organizations that would like to be included in future editions. Guidelines on the use of the DirectoryThis directory is intended as a reference document for all those interested in library and book development, and health information provision. Many of the organizations included are involved in work that goes well beyond the donation of materials. This directory should therefore not be used indiscriminately as a mailing list to solicit items. This is counterproductive to the needs of the requesting institution, the work of the organizations concerned and the philosophy behind INASP. Rather, it should be used to build professional relationships and to share information. This can be particularly successful on a targeted subject basis. Once relationships have been established partners can appreciate and understand needs and therefore respond to them in a more positive and meaningful way. How to establish contacts and request supportThe INASP office provides advice and assistance on the most appropriate ways of identifying recipients or funding agencies. Some guidance is provided as part of individual entries in the Directory. However, the broad guidelines below have been written to assist libraries and institutions to begin the process of dialogue.
Requests for support from bilateral and multilateral governmental or international organizations sometimes have to be made through the requesting country's own government channels to the local office of the agency concerned. In many instances, however, bilateral arrangements between individual institutions provide an easier channel, and individual approaches to non-governmental organizations, professional bodies and associations, and learned societies are recommended.
If agencies have local representatives, it is often helpful to develop contacts before making a firm request. Potential aid representatives should be invited to visit the institution and library. Work already in progress and the context of the support needed should be described.
Whatever the kind of funding agency and regardless of whether there is a local representative or not, requests stand a greater chance of success if they are systematically and carefully composed:
For communications regarding entries in the INASP-Health Directory, please write to:
Dr Neil Pakenham-Walsh MD,
Senior Programme Manager, INASP-Health Web site: http://www.inasp.info/health
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Profile equivalent to
previous entry in the INASP Directory 2002/3
Profile equivalent to
previous entry in the INASP-Health Directory 1999
Profile revised from
previous entry in INASP Directory 2002/3 or INASP-Health
Directory 1999
Profile compiled from
organization’s website/literature.