News - World Veterinary Association

10 Jun 2026

Investing in the Future of Veterinary Medicine: Meet the 2025 Scholarship Recipients

The World Veterinary Association (WVA), together with MSD Animal Health, is delighted to celebrate the recipients of the 2025 WVA/MSD Animal Health Veterinary Student Scholarship Program. Each year, the program highlights promising veterinary students who demonstrate not only academic excellence, but also a clear commitment to advancing animal health and serving their communities. In this last programme, 40 students from Africa, Asia and Oceania, Latin America, and the Middle East have been selected to receive scholarships valued at USD 5,000 each.

9 Jun 2026

WVA Opens Nominations for Committees and Working Groups for the 2026–2028 Term

WVA is pleased to invite its Constituent Members to nominate experts for participation in WVA Committees and Working Groups during the 2026–2028 term. Following the appointment of Chairs to all Committees and Working Groups by the President Isao Kurauchi, and ratified by the Council, nominations are now open for Ad Hoc Members across all Working Groups, as well as for the WVA Policy Committee and the WVAC Standing Committee.

3 Jun 2026

Veterinary Leaders Gather in Charlottetown for the 2026 CVMA Convention

The Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA) is pleased to welcome veterinary professionals from across Canada and beyond to the 2026 CVMA Convention, taking place June 24–28 in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island. This year's CVMA Convention brings together veterinarians, veterinary technologists and technicians, students, industry partners, and thought leaders to learn, collaborate, and advance the future of veterinary medicine.

29 May 2026

Key Outcomes of the 79th World Health Assembly

The 79th World Health Assembly took place in Geneva from 19 to 27 May 2026. Several developments were particularly relevant for WVA’s ongoing work on One Health, antimicrobial resistance and pandemic preparedness. During the Assembly, Member States adopted the Global Action Plan on Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) 2026–2036. The Plan was subsequently approved by WOAH Member States during the General Session and will guide implementation of the commitments made in the 2024 United Nations General Assembly Political Declaration on AMR.

27 May 2026

Essential Veterinary Medicine List drives global impact

The Global Essential Veterinary Medicine List (EVML), developed by the World Veterinary Association (WVA) and Brooke, continues to evolve as a key resource supporting animal health and responsible medicine use worldwide. Recent updates have expanded the list to include poultry medicines and integrated antimicrobial classifications from both the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH). These enhancements strengthen the EVML's role in guiding countries on access to essential veterinary medicines while supporting antimicrobial stewardship and One Health objectives.

20 May 2026

World Veterinary Association Participates in the 93rd World Organisation for Animal Health General Session in Paris

The World Veterinary Association (WVA) is participating in the 93rd General Session of the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH), taking place this week in Paris, France. As part of the General Session, WVA President Dr Isao Kurauchi met with WOAH Director General Dr Emmanuelle Soubeyran to discuss continued collaboration and align next steps on global animal health priorities and veterinary leadership.

15 May 2026

Dr Patricia Turner receives the WVA Honorary Membership recognition

Dr Patricia Turner, Past President of the WVA, has been recognised as Honorary Member in recognition of her outstanding contributions to the global veterinary profession and her distinguished service to the Association over many years. The recognition ceremony took place at the 2026 WVA General Assembly, in Tokyo, Japan, during WVAC2026. In her acceptance remarks, Dr. Turner reflected not only on her own career, but also on the importance of advancing women’s leadership within veterinary medicine and professional organisations. She urged those in attendance to mentor, sponsor, and advocate for women leaders in the profession.

12 May 2026

Global Essential Veterinary Medicine List Receives Inaugural Collaboration Award

The global Essential Veterinary Medicine List (EVML) has received the Inaugural Collaboration Award presented by the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS), an observer member of the World Veterinary Association (WVA), in recognition of its contribution to improving worldwide access to essential veterinary medicines.

28 Apr 2026

World Veterinary Association Holds “EVML DIY” Workshop at WVAC2026 in Tokyo, Japan

The World Veterinary Association (WVA) recently held an interactive workshop entitled “EVML Do It Yourself”, at WVAC2026 in Tokyo, Japan, The Workshop was dedicated to the implementation of national Essential Veterinary Medicine Lists and their its role in strengthening veterinary medicines stewardship under the One Health approach.

23 Apr 2026

Essential Veterinary Medicine List strengthened with Poultry coverage and Antimicrobial Stewardship WHO and WOAH classification’s triangulation

The Essential Veterinary Medicine List (EVML) has been further strengthened by the inclusion of poultry associated essential veterinary medicines and by the integration of antimicrobial classification information by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH).