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To respect
diversity and encourage discussion among practitioners;
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To generate
cooperation and build a sense of community among practitioners;
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To share
information within the community of acupuncture and Oriental
Medicine practitioners, other medical professionals and
the community at large;
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To collaborate
with other organizations on issues and activities that
are in accord with our goals;
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To seek
input and involvement in decision and policy making by
the membership;
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To develop
major policies by a process of full discussion and participation
of the membership;
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To respect
the individual voice and insure that his or her vote will
be counted [individually];
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To assist
the membership in licensure, regulation, and health care
issues as appropriate to local needs;
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To advocate
and promote consumer education and action;
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To support
appropriate educational and competency standards for the
profession;
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To promote
research in acupuncture and Oriental Medicine; and
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To promote
and assist activities that nurture the health of our community,
our nation and the world, remaining mindful that health
is a reflection of the world-at-large.
