A shared path for humans and animals
Humanimal Trust drives collaboration between doctors, vets and researchers so that all humans and animals benefit from sustainable and equal medical progress, but not at the expense of an animal’s life. This is One Medicine.
As a charity, we are unique leaders and drivers of this vision in the clinical environment and in public. The pursuit of One Medicine is not the sole preserve of professionals; we can all influence those with responsibility for achieving change. Inclusivity and accessibility are crucial to progress.
Our Vision
We want a One Medicine world where humans and animals benefit equitably from medical progress but not at the expense of an animal’s life.
Our Purpose
We drive collaboration and break down barriers between human and animal medicine. We do this using the following strategic approaches:
• Building partnerships and networks in science and research.
• Influencing policy, learning, practice and funding.
• Raising our awareness and amplifying our voice.
• Proving the power and potential of One Medicine in action.
We will have achieved our purpose when:
Improved Outcomes
Human and animal health have demonstrably improved as a result of One Medicine.
Widespread Adoption
One Medicine is widely understood and embraced by both the public and professionals.
Shared Pursuit
Collaboration between human and animal medicine is the norm and the sharing of knowledge and research in pursuit of better health for all species is commonplace.
Robust Support
There is sufficient funding and robust public policy to support collaboration between human and animal medicine.
Redundant Testing
There is no scientific need and no legal requirement for laboratory animal testing.
Our Values
Hope – we believe in a future where shared medical progress for humans and animals is possible, and that belief inspires us to inspire others.
Collaboration – we are open, inclusive and accessible, bringing people with different experiences and knowledge together to learn, connect and create change.
Courage – we advocate for One Medicine with honesty and passion, saying what must be said and doing what must be done.
Compassion – with compassionate hearts and rational minds, we act with care and integrity for every life.
Equity – we champion fairness and reciprocity so that medical progress can benefit every being, equally.
Integrity – we act with honesty, transparency and consistency, staying true to our purpose in everything we do.
Our Team
We are driven by the goal of improved opportunity from medical progress for the mutual benefit of humans and animals alike, bridging the gap between human and veterinary medicine. Our team is passionate about the credible vision of hope that a One Medicine approach represents, and includes individuals from a variety of backgrounds, including both human and veterinary medicine.
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