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WORLD FOOD SAFETY DAY 2022
Today, 7th June 2022, the World Veterinary Association celebrates World Food Safety Day. Veterinarians are trained in both animal health and food hygiene to ensure the safety of food of animal origin. Our profession is crucial in controlling and upholding the safety and quality of food. The WVA supports the emphasis on food safety and […]
7 Jun 2022
WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY 2022
Today, the 5th of June, the WVA celebrates the World Environment Day organized by UN #OnlyOneEarth. The WVA position statement about the Global Climate Change Emergency established that “Veterinarians, in their role as advocates for animal health and welfare and public health, have a responsibility to protect ecosystem health and demand action to minimize climate […]
5 Jun 2022
NEW WVA COUNCIL FIRST MEETING
On the 30-31th May 2022, the new elected WVA Council 2022-2024 has had its first in-person meeting in Madrid, Spain The new WVA Council is composed of outstanding veterinarians representing the 6 WVA world regions and International associations and is eager to work towards the WVA’s strategic goals and the WVA’s vision and mission. The […]
2 Jun 2022
Humans, animals and environment
One Planet – One Health
“I want to welcome you to access the World Veterinary Association website. In it, we want to show who we are and what we do to be the voice of the global veterinary medicine. We want to be recognized, respected and trusted to influence worldwide in our task to improve animal health, animal welfare, public health and the environment, in short, for the good of humanity, animals and our planet.
The WVA is a federation of veterinary associations based on the respect for diversity that makes us stronger. Mutual collaboration and solidarity are our signs of authenticity. And science, education and advocacy are the instruments to achieve our goals.
For a global association like ours, communication is essential. But this communication must be bidirectional, so I want to encourage you, dear guest, to send us your ideas through our contact section or any other way.
Thank you for the time you spend visiting our website, now and in the future.”
Dr. Rafael Laguens, WVA President
WVA Position Statements
Animal Welfare
14 Apr 2022
WVA Position Statement on Depopulation of Animals in Disasters and Emergencies
Recent events have shown that pandemics, disasters, notifiable disease outbreaks, and other emergencies, which are capable of disrupting supply chains, may require animal depopulation. Planning for situations that necessitate depopulation of animals should be part of disaster preparedness at local, regional, national, and international levels.
Veterinary Profession and Education
14 Apr 2022
WVA Position Statement on the Preparation of veterinary educators to innovate veterinary medical instruction
The WVA recognizes a need to innovate and adapt veterinary educational processes in veterinary education establishments (VEEs). Well-structured and sufficiently resourced veterinary educational programs are needed to prepare veterinary students for challenges in contemporary practice and other careers (private and public practice).
Animal Welfare
14 Apr 2022
WVA Position Statement on the Use of Horses for Production of Biologics and Therapeutics
Horses are often used in the production of biologics and therapeutics to treat or prevent various conditions in humans and other animals. The welfare of all animals under human care should have the highest priority. For that reason, the WVA calls for updated and transparent management of the overall field, in which ethical and welfare […]
Animal Welfare
17 Dec 2021
WVA Factsheet on Brachycephaly in Dogs
Flat faced’ dogs such as English Bulldogs, French Bulldogs and Pugs have become very fashionable in recent years. Many people buy these dogs because they think they look cute.
Upcoming events
Advancing Animal Welfare Science 2022
The conference will be feature talks from established animal welfare researchers and those at the beginning of their career to hear about the latest research, innovations and thinking.
28 Jun – 29 Jun 2022
Edinburgh
Sri Lanka Veterinary Association (SLVA) International Webinar Series
The Sri Lanka Veterinary Association (SLVA) is hosting a free webinar series between 8 May – 1 July
8 May – 1 Jul 2022
Online
