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Founded in July 1999, the Equine Assisted Growth and
Learning Association (EAGALA) is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization
developed to address the need for resources, education, and professionalism
in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and Equine Assisted Learning.
Creating a more professional field and promoting it to the general public is
a large task. EAGALA strives to educate the public that EAP/L is more than
horsemanship and riding classes.
EAGALA aims to get professionals in the clinical and human development
fields to accept EAP/L as a valid and effective approach, and to actively
use it with their clientele. This benefits those in the equine fields by
opening up greater possibilities for doing what they love, namely working
with horses. This benefits those in the clinical and human development
fields by providing a powerful, effective, interesting, and fun therapeutic
and educational alternative. Most of all, this benefits the clients and
participants, because, as those of us working in the field see all the time,
it works! The growth and learning of all involved is intense and rewarding.
Vision,
Mission, Values,
Objectives
Vision Statement
EAGALA is committed to setting the standard of professional excellence in how
horses and humans work together to improve the quality of life and mental health
of individuals, families and groups worldwide.
Mission
Statement
EAGALA provides education, standards, innovation, and support to professionals
providing services in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy and Learning around the
world.
Values
- Focus on making a positive impact in the lives of
people
- Maintain the highest ethical standards and
professionalism
- Support innovation while remaining committed to
quality assurance
- Ensure the integrity of the EAGALA model through
outcomes and efficacy
- Promote a culture of collaboration through sharing
information, experience, and ideas
Objectives
- Establish standards of
practice, ethics, and safety for EAP/EAL
- Provide trainings for certification in the EAGALA
Model of EAP/EAL
- Conduct annual conferences to promote education and
networking
- Promote EAGALA as an effective model of therapy and
treatment for at-risk populations
- Provide educational, training, and support
resources, such as books, videos, tapes, and web sites
- Publish a bi-annual magazine
- Encourage universities and colleges to develop and
include the EAGALA Model in their curriculum
- Support the establishment of EAGALA Model
organizations around the world
- Conduct and disseminate research on the
effectiveness of EAP/EAL
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