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01 WVA1.1. Members
1.2. Structure
1.3. Mission
1.4. Vision
1.5. Main Goals
1.6. History
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• National veterinary organisationsNationalmembers
• International Specialist Associations• Regional Veterinary Organizations
Associate members
• CompaniesAffiliate Members
• Individual vetsIndividual Members
• International OrganizationsObservers
1.1. Members WVA is an umbrella organisation for
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PRESIDENTS ASSEMBLY
Presidents of WVA Member Organisations
Councillors (Regions and Assoc Members)
President + 2 Vice-Presidents + Immediate Past President
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1.2. WVA Structure
1.3. WVA Mission
To assure and promote animal health, public health and animal welfare at a global level
1.4. WVA Vision
To be the global voice for veterinarians in order to strengthen their position for promoting animal well-being and protecting public health
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1.5. Main Goals
Be recognised as the voice of the global veterinary profession
Promote high quality veterinary education
Strengthen public recognition of the vet profession as a “Global Public Good”
Support veterinarians in delivering their responsibilities by optimising the conditions required for fulfilling their tasks
Ensure and safeguard the long term viability of WVA
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ANIMAL
WELFARE
VETERINARY EDUCATION
Veterinary Medicine
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02 Policy areas
2.1. “One Health”
2.1.1. Animal Health and welfare2.1.2. Public Health2.1.2. Environment
2.2. Education and Life Long Learning
2.3. Strenghtening the veterinary profession
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2.2 « One Health »
• Position and policy on Antimicrobial resistance; Topic of 2011 WVC Summit!
• Policy paper for Role of Vets in Animal Welfare
• Policy on Control of Vicious dogs
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2.2 Education and Life Long Learning
• Develop and implement a strategy for enhancing veterinary education and skills development
• Analyse the evaluation/accreditation systems
• Work towards all newly graduates having the necessary “Day-1” skills
• Promote institutionalisation of Life Long Learning programs
• Be an active partner in global veterinary education projects
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2.3 Strengthening the Vet Profession
• Encourage all countries to develop: Develop robust vet legislation Develop an autonomous statutory body
• Encourage the vet profession to : Establish a representative well-organized vet associations Adopt and act upon a veterinary act & code of conduct
• Promote public-private collaboration
• Position Paper defining a Veterinarian!• Statutory Body Conference together with OIE
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03 Projects
3.1. WVC in Prague
3.2. Conference on Veterinary Statutory Bodies
3.3. Third Global Conference on Veterinary Education
3.4. Communication websitenewsletter map with members map with schools
3.3 Communication
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1.6. History
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First International congress by
John Gamgee
Congresses on• Zoonoses • Veterinary
Law• Food safety• Education• VMP’s
First World
Congress
Permanent Committee
WVA
100 year: World Animal
Health Year [Hannover)
VET 2011
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You may find the information on the WVC 2013 Congress on www.wvc2013.com
In case of any questions do not hesitate to contact the Congress Secretariat [email protected]
Congress Secretariat GUARANT InternationalOpletalova 22110 00 Prague 1Tel: +420 284 001 444Fax: +420 284 001 448E-mail: [email protected]
Local OrganizerChamber of Veterinary Surgeons of the Czech RepublicPalackého 1-3, BrnoE-mail: [email protected]
Scientific ProgrammeSmall Animal Medicine
Small Animal Surgery
Equine Medicine and Surgery
Bovine Medicine
Porcine Medicine
Poultry Medicine
Exotic Animals and Rare Species
Aquatic Veterinary Medicine
Epidemiology and Infectious Diseases
Welfare
Food Hygiene
City of Prague
Prague presents a remarkable collection of historical monuments. Many different architectural styles merge in a unique way creating a city with an extraordinary atmosphere.
In 1981, the heart of the city centre was designated as a national historical monument and in 1992 it was included in UNESCO’s list of the world’s cultural heritage.
Besides the cultural experience you may look forward to tasting excellent cuisine and famous Czech beer.
Tours and Events
Tours for delegates and accompanying persons including pre- and after-congress excursions
World Veterinary Golf Championship as integral part of the Congress
Opening Ceremony and Welcome Cocktail at the PCC on September 17
Dinner in a restaurant on September 18 and Congress Dinner on September 19 for Congress participants and accompanyingpersons
Closing Ceremony at the PCC on September 20
Congress Venue / PCC
Prague Congress Centre (PCC) is the main meeting facility in the city. Situated in a convenient location with a beautiful panoramic view of Prague, with its large parks, the Vltava River and a magnificent view of Prague Castle.
Metro station and highway to city are close to PCC, allowing excellent transportation to the very centre of Prague.
Address: Třída 5. května 65, 140 21 Prague 4, Czech RepublicWebpage: www.kcp.cz