Nominations open for 2022 WSAVA Awards

The WSAVA is looking for vets and vet team members who are going the extra mile to advance the care of companion animals for its 2022 awards. 

An explanation of the nomination process can be found on the WSAVA website and the deadline for nominations is 18 March 2022.

Winners

All award recipients receive free registration and support with travel to and accommodation at WSAVA World Congress 2022, which is taking place in Lima, Peru, from 29 to 31 October.

During congress, winners will be presented with an engraved plaque, and recipients of the scientific achievement, companion animal welfare, future leader and one health awards will also be invited to give a lecture at the event.

Categories

The award categories are:

• The WSAVA Companion Animal Welfare Award – presented to a veterinary team member in recognition of their contribution to companion animal welfare at a local, regional or international level.
• The WSAVA Future Leader Award – acknowledges the work of a vet, graduated within the past 10 years, who has contributed significantly to the betterment of companion animals, the veterinary profession and society at large.
• The WSAVA Global Meritorious Service Award – awarded to a vet who, in the opinion of the judges, has contributed meritorious service to the veterinary profession in the broadest sense.
• The WSAVA International Award for Scientific Achievement – presented annually to an individual judged to have made a significant contribution to the field of small animal medicine.
• The WSAVA Global One Health Award  – recognising exemplary service by an individual in promoting the global one health concept, particularly in relation to the importance of small companion animals.

‘Positive change’

WSAVA president Siraya Chunekamrai said: “Our awards recognise veterinary professionals from any background, generation or region of the world who are creating positive change for companion animals and people.

“Every year, we are inspired afresh by the achievements and social impact of our award recipients, and they are a source of constant inspiration to our diverse and inclusive global veterinary community.”