News - World Veterinary Association

5 Feb 2026

Veterinary Leadership at UNEA-7: One Health, Environmental Action and Antimicrobial Resistance

The World Veterinary Environmental Alliance (WVEA) participated in the 21st Global Major Groups and Stakeholders Forum and the Seventh Session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7) through its close partnership with, and accreditation granted by, the World Veterinary Association (WVA). The meetings were held in Nairobi in December 2025 under the theme “Advancing sustainable solutions for a resilient planet.” UNEA-7 reaffirmed the urgency of coordinated multilateral action to address the triple planetary crisis of climate change, biodiversity loss, and pollution, adopting 11 resolutions alongside a Ministerial Declaration and UNEP’s Medium-Term Strategy (2026–2029).

30 Jan 2026

WVA moderates UN dialogue on prevention and One Health ahead of the 2026 High-Level Meeting on PPPR

The World Veterinary Association (WVA) co-hosted the side meeting “Multisectoral Perspectives on Preventing the Next Pandemic” on 23 January 2026 at the Baha’i International Community’s UN Office in New York, contributing to preparations for the 2026 UN High-Level Meeting on Pandemic Prevention, Preparedness and Response (HLM-PPPR). WVA Councillor for North Africa and Middle East, Dr Anis Bouraba, moderated the exchange between Member States and institutional partners, guiding a structured discussion on how prevention and the One Health approach are currently prioritised and operationalised within national and multilateral PPPR efforts.

22 Jan 2026

President de Jong joins Mexican veterinary leaders in Monterrey for FedMVZ National Convention

From January 20 to 22, 2026, veterinary professionals from across Mexico and beyond gathered in Monterrey, Nuevo León for the Convención Nacional 2026, hosted by the Federación de Colegios y Asociaciones de Médicos Veterinarios Zootecnistas de México (FedMVZ) at CINTERMEX in Monterrey. The annual convention — a cornerstone event for the Mexican veterinary community — brought together veterinarians, industry experts, educators, students, and leaders from the public and private sectors for three days of conferences, workshops, and professional exchange. Attendees had the opportunity to engage with national sector leaders, explore current topics in animal health and welfare, and participate in specialized training sessions.

19 Jan 2026

WVAC2026 RACE Accreditation Application Underway

The World Veterinary Association is pleased to announce that the 41st World Veterinary Association Congress (WVAC2026) is currently under application for RACE (Registry of Approved Continuing Education) accreditation. Once approved, eligible veterinary professionals will be able to earn continuing education (CE) credits per hour of educational participation during the congress. As one of the world’s leading global veterinary congresses, WVAC2026 is committed to advancing lifelong learning and professional development for veterinarians and veterinary professionals worldwide. RACE accreditation reflects this commitment by ensuring that educational content meets internationally recognized standards for quality and relevance.

13 Jan 2026

WVA, IVSA and Dr Neil Vezeau sign an MoU to develop Global Veterinary Education Establishments Index

The World Veterinary Association (WVA), the International Veterinary Students’ Association (IVSA) and Dr Neil Vezeau (US) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to further develop and maintain a global Veterinary Education Establishments (VEE) Index, a publicly accessible database of institutions offering veterinary education worldwide. The project which is led by Dr. Neil Vezeau, a veterinarian and public health professional, builds on earlier efforts by the WVA, which has previously maintained a list of veterinary education establishments, and aggregates existing regional and national lists developed by organizations such as WVA, WOAH, AVMA, and others. The initiative is bringing them together into a single, transparent global database. and represents a significant expansion toward a more comprehensive and verified global resource.

19 Dec 2025

WVA Announces Candidates for the 2026 Elections

The World Veterinary Association (WVA) is pleased to announce the slate of candidates for the 2026 Elections, including the positions of President-Elect and Councillors. The upcoming elections mark another important milestone in the Association’s continued commitment to strong governance, global representation, and leadership within the veterinary profession.

FVE, FECAVA and WSAVA position statement: Support for a phase-out of fur farming

On 14 November 2025, the FVE General Assembly adopted the FVE, FECAVA and WSAVA position statement: Support for a phase-out of fur farming. FVE, the Federation of Companion Animal Veterinary Associations (FECAVA) and the World Small Animal Veterinary Association (WSAVA) call for the phasing out of fur farming globally. As veterinarians committed to animal health and welfare, public health and the protection of the environment, FVE, FECAVA and WSAVA believe that fur farming is no longer sustainable.

17 Dec 2025

Meet us in Tokyo for WVAC 2026 and present your research

Join us at 41st Congress of the World Veterinary Association (WVAC 2026) in Tokyo, Japan. The Congress will bring together veterinary professionals, researchers, educators, students and industry experts and the Quadripartite under the theme “One Health for a Better Tomorrow”. The Japanese Veterinary Medical Association (JVMA) and the WVA are working together to offer you a great combination of curated programme and abstract submission based presentations.

15 Dec 2025

WVA Council Meets in Geneva: positive momentum, new Members, and reflection on legacy

The World Veterinary Association (WVA) held its latest Council meeting on 9 December in Geneva, Switzerland, with the majority of councillors in attendance. The in-person gathering proved to be both productive and energising, marked by constructive debate, key decisions, and valuable opportunities for collaboration. Under the Chairmanship of WVA President Dr John de Jong, the meeting focused on advancing ongoing initiatives and reviewing organisational priorities for the year ahead. The Council received a warm welcome from Dr Roberto Mossi, President of the Swiss Veterinary Association, who shared insights into the Association’s strategy, operations, and future plans—highlighting opportunities for cooperation and knowledge exchange.

3 Dec 2025

WVA Driving Competence and Collaboration: EDUVET Training and Conference Boost Veterinary Workforce Development in Botswana

WVA was glad to partner in additional activities of the EDUVET project, held in Botswana, across two actions: a hands-on Advanced Training in Gaborone (27–30 November 2025) focused on practical capacity building in honeybee health, foot-and-mouth disease (FMD), and peste des petits ruminants (PPR) and the EDUVET Conference in Maun (28 November–1 December 2025), which convened academia, industry, and public-sector stakeholders to discuss innovation, partnerships, and sustainable vocational pathways in veterinary technical and vocational education and training (TVET). Together, the two events strengthened the “practice-to-policy” bridge: equipping frontline teams with actionable competencies while aligning stakeholders around shared goals for workforce development and employability.