Epilepsy Action
United KingdomCommunity/Family
Epilepsy Action is the largest member-led epilepsy organisation in Britain, acting as the voice for the UK's estimated 456,000 people with epilepsy, as well as their friends, families, carers, health professionals and the many other people on whose lives the condition has an impact. As well as campaigning to improve epilepsy services and raise awareness of the condition, we offer assistance to people in a number of ways including a national network of branches, accredited volunteers, regular regional conferences and freephone and email helplines.
Epilepsy Association Of Calgary
CanadaCommunity/Family
The Epilepsy Association was founded in 1955 by W.D. Taylor, and is Canada's oldest incorporated epilepsy organization. 2005 marked our 50th year of providing services in Calgary and the surrounding area. Volunteers have formed the heart and soul of our organization from its earliest days. The Epilepsy Association of Calgary is a local, charitable, social services agency and is governed by a voluntary board of directors. Services are implemented by professional staff. We have an office in Red Deer, Alberta, which was opened in 2000 to address a lack of locally accessible services available to Central Albertans.
Epilepsy Australia
AustraliaDisability
Epilepsy Australia was formed in 2000 to work with and on behalf of member associations as a national secretariat. This ethical partnering brings to Epilepsy Australia a broad understanding of the services available for people affected by epilepsy and other seizure disorders at local, regional, state and territory levels, enabling it to possess a truly national perspective that recognizes the diversity and legitimacy of all Australian communities. Epilepsy Australia is the national coalition of Australian Epilepsy Associations raising our voices as one to advance the cause of all Australians living with epilepsy. Actively delivering counselling, support and information to all who access our services, Epilepsy Australia is committed to raising awareness and understanding of the very real issues faced by those living with epilepsy.
Epilepsy Foundation
United StatesHealth/Medical
The Epilepsy Foundation of America® is the national voluntary agency solely dedicated to the welfare of the more than 3 million people with epilepsy in the U.S. and their families. The organization works to ensure that people with seizures are able to participate in all life experiences; to improve how people with epilepsy are perceived, accepted and valued in society; and to promote research for a cure. In addition to programs conducted at the national level, epilepsy clients throughout the United States are served by more than 50 Epilepsy Foundation affiliates around the country. We are a non-profit, charitable agency, designated as a 501 (c) 3 organization by the Internal Revenue Service. Donations to the Foundation and its affiliates are tax deductible as allowed by law.
Epilepsy Foundation of Victoria
AustraliaDisability
The Epilepsy Foundation of Victoria was formed by a group of concerned parents in May 1964 to provide support and information to all Victorians affected by epilepsy. Today, the Foundation continues to work towards the aims of enhancing the quality of life for people living with epilepsy, and improving community awareness and understanding. We aim to provide relevant, supportive and practical services that make a difference to the lives of people living with epilepsy, in a timely way along each individual’s journey with epilepsy.
Epilepsy Ontario
CanadaResearch/Dev
Through a network of local agencies, contacts and associates, Epilepsy Ontario provides client services, counselling, information and referral services, education and advocacy services for children and adults living with seizure disorders, and for their families, friends, co-workers and caregivers. EO offers long-term programmes to raise standards of care and support medical research into seizure disorders. We hope to improve public awareness and education through the Provincial Resource Centre, publications, this web site, conferences, and outreach programs.
Epilepsy Queensland
AustraliaResearch/Dev
Epilepsy is recognised as the world's most common serious brain disorder. While in most cases it is diagnosed during the school years, epilepsy may affect anyone at anytime. Since 1969, Epilepsy Queensland Inc has been dedicated to improving the quality of life of people with epilepsy and their carers/families through advocacy, research, support and information. Considerable effort is put into increasing public awareness and raising community understanding of epilepsy.
Epilepsy Research UK
United KingdomResearch/Dev
Epilepsy Research UK was formed following the merger of the Epilepsy Research Foundation and the Fund for Epilepsy, in April 2007. It supports and promotes basic and clinical scientific research into the causes, treatments and prevention of epilepsy; and is the only national charity in the UK that funds independent research exclusively into this condition. Epilepsy Research UK supports the work of scientists and clinicians throughout the UK, who are investigating all aspects of epilepsy in both adults and children. Our annual research spending is about £800,000 - raised almost wholly through donations from the public - and we fund 4-9 new research projects each year. In addition, Epilepsy Research UK arranges technical workshops and scientific meetings to encourage collaboration between researchers. We work closely with other epilepsy charities to ensure that epilepsy is recognised in Government health and social care policy.
Epilepsy Sa - Free State & North West
South AfricaResearch/Dev
The vision of Epilepsy South Africa is to provide integrated services that are equitable, accessible, sustainable and people centered with and for people with epilepsy and other disabilities and all affected by epilepsy, to promote social justice. We provide strategic leadership to the organisation to create a society in which people with epilepsy and other disabilities have equal opportunities to function optimally to achieve their fullest potential in all spheres of life. The National Office also strives to develop and maintain service excellence, sound management and financial stability within the organisation.
Episcopal High School
United StatesChildren/Education
Founded on a tradition of honor and the pursuit of self-discovery, Episcopal High School engages students in a challenging college preparatory education. The School fosters empathy and responsibility for self and others through a commitment to spiritual inquiry and growth in a fully residential community. Students are encouraged to think creatively, work collaboratively, develop individual passions, and celebrate the talents of others. Sharing diverse life experiences, ideas, and values, students learn humility, resilience, and mutual respect. Through access to the educational and cultural resources of the nation's capital, students are inspired to understand and embrace a changing world. Together, faculty and students take initiative as informed citizens and environmental stewards.
Episcopal Relief and Development
United StatesResearch/Dev
Episcopal Relief & Development is an international relief and development agency and a compassionate response to human suffering on behalf of The Episcopal Church of the United States. Our work to heal a hurting world is guided by the principles of compassion, dignity and generosity. Rather than imposing “one size fits all” solutions, Episcopal Relief & Development supports unique local, long-term initiatives that address poverty, hunger, disease, economic development and disaster response. We provide relief in times of disaster and promotes sustainable development by identifying and addressing the root causes of suffering.
Epworth Choir
United KingdomArts/Culture
Woking's Epworth Choir, one of Surrey's leading choirs, has a membership of over 120, attracting singers from West Surrey and North East Hampshire. Each year, the Epworth Choir perform a spectrum of music ranging from a major choral work and carols in Guildford Cathedral to classical/popular music and carols at venues in Woking. The Epworth Choir regularly fills venues in the town with performances of Choral Classics, Popular Music and Carol Concerts to help raise money for local and national charities.
Epworth Medical Foundation
AustraliaHealth/Medical
Epworth HealthCare provides acute medical and surgical services, sub-acute care, diagnostics and rehabilitation to more than 100,000 in-patients annually. Epworth HealthCare also recently acquired Cliveden Hill Private Hospital, now known as Epworth Cliveden. Epworth leads the field in many areas with specialties including maternity, oncology, cardiology, robotic surgery, acquired brain injury, rehabilitation and orthopaedics. The Emergency Department at Epworth Richmond provides 24-hr private emergency care by experienced emergency medical staff. The Department is supported by Consultant Specialists who are oncall 24 hours a day.
Equalinrights
NetherlandsHuman Rights
Established in 2007, Equalinrights works with development and human rights practitioners worldwide to exchange, create and promote strategies, methodologies and tools attuned to specific contexts. To support these efforts, Equalinrights offers face-to-face and interactive online platforms for practitioners to connect and share with others their skills, knowledge and experience about bottom-up human rights-based development (HRBD). We promote learning by doing, learning from doing and learning to do.
Equality Now
United StatesHuman Rights
Equality Now was founded in 1992 to work for the protection and promotion of the human rights of women around the world. Working with national human rights organizations and individual activists, Equality Now documents violence and discrimination against women and mobilizes international action to support their efforts to stop these human rights abuses. The Women’s Action Network is committed to voicing a worldwide call for justice and equality for women. Issues of urgent concern to Equality Now include rape, domestic violence, reproductive rights, trafficking of women, female genital mutilation, and the denial of equal access to economic opportunity and political participation.
Equine Market Watch Sanctuaries
United KingdomAnimals/Wildlife
EMW-UK's HEREFORDSHIRE Sanctuary is a gentle place for equines in need of sanctuary. It is set in beautiful countryside and is a restful, healing place. Currently we have 13 residents with many more out on long term loan in approved homes. EMW- UK is dedicated to ending the abuses and suffering of equines in markets and auctions. Our team of field workers attend as many horse Auction sales as possible to monitor the conditions in which the horses and ponies are presented for sale and the manner in which the sale is conducted, they report any actions that do not comply with the Law relating to Auction sales to the relevant authorities. EMW-UK actively campaigns against indiscriminate breeding of valueless foals whose average life span is a scant and miserable 6 months. EMW-UK is an independent equine welfare organisation and will investigate any incidents of cruelty, neglect and abuse inflicted on any equine. EMW-UK aim to re-home as many inmates as possible, subject to home checks and suitability. this charity does not allow breeding from any of the horses or ponies that come into our care. We have our own team of volunteers and specialists who give their time and expertise to this charity for free and we are supported by well respected companies including Natural Animal Feeds, The Pure Feed Company and Countrywide Stores. EQUINE MARKET WATCH UK tand by our motto of "WE will NOT look away" We were presented with the best horse rescue award of 2012 at the Wetnose Awards in London.
Erbs Palsy Association
IrelandDisability
Erbs Palsy is a condition caused mainly by trauma at birth, the degree of injury ranges from relatively minor to total loss of function in the affected arm. The Erbs Palsy Friends & Family works with medical professionals to improve understanding and treatment for Erbs cases in Ireland. For example, we welcome the introduction of a specialised Erbs clinic at the Central Remedial Clinic (CRC) in Clontarf, Dublin, which brings a co-ordinated approach to the treatment of Erbs cases in Ireland. The CRC has a team consisting of a neurologist, orthopaedic surgeon, physiotherapist, occupational therapist and psychologist.
Erikson Institute
United StatesChildren/Education
Erikson Institute is an independent institution of higher education that prepares child development professionals for leadership. Erikson Institute is a warm, welcoming, and diverse community of faculty, students, alumni, trustees, supporters, and partners who share a passionate commitment to improving the lives of young children. The Institute is a catalyst for discovery and change, continually bringing the newest scientific knowledge and theories of children's development and learning into its classrooms and out to the community so that professionals serving children and families are informed, inspired, and responsive. Intellectually, we value complexity and believe that there are no single right answers; we encourage our students to integrate multiple perspectives and balance theory with careful observation and practical knowledge.
Ernest Cook Trust
United KingdomChildren/Education
The Ernest Cook Trust is one of the UK's leading educational charities. Rooted in the conservation and management of the countryside, the Trust actively encourages children and young people to learn from the land through hands-on educational opportunities on its estates and by offering grants. The Trust was founded by the philanthropist Ernest Cook in 1952 and each year, as a result of his foresight and passion for the countryside and the arts, the current Trustees are able to distribute more than £1.25m in educational grants to benefit children and young people.
ERSWA
South AfricaCommunity/Family
ERSWA was established and registered as a Welfare Organisation during September 1969. This was at a time when there was a definite need for an organisation to manage and administer certain projects in Elsies River. The history of Elsies River spans over more than a decade and is at present a residential area, 12 kilometers from Cape Town, for more than 90 000 inhabitants. We offer pre-school training facilities for children, youth programmes, the improvement of the quality of life for all the community. In addition to rendering such services to the community we aim to alleviate social distress by raising funds for the promotion of such services.