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Building Resilience: VWB Vaccinates Over 57,000 Livestock in South Sudan

Building Resilience: VWB Vaccinates Over 57,000 Livestock in South Sudan

Posted Sep 26th, 2024 in Africa, Country, Featured, News, Past Projects, Program Report, South Sudan, Stories

In partnership with Action Against Hunger USA, VWB recently completed a 14-day vaccination campaign in Northern Bahr el Ghazal, South Sudan, vaccinating over 57,000 livestock and empowering communities.

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Veterinarians Without Borders North America announces new sponsorship with Canadian North in support of northern work

Veterinarians Without Borders North America announces new sponsorship with Canadian North in support of northern work

Posted Sep 23rd, 2024 in Media Releases, News, Northern Canada

Veterinarians Without Borders North America (VWB) is thrilled to announce a brand new partnership with Canadian North.

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Webinar Replay: Innovative Animal Health Delivery Models Leading the Fight Against Rabies

Webinar Replay: Innovative Animal Health Delivery Models Leading the Fight Against Rabies

Posted Sep 19th, 2024 in Featured, News, VETS, Webinar

Watch the replay of our live webinar held on September 27th, in recognition of World Rabies Day 2024, which explored how innovative animal health delivery models can lead the fight against rabies.

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From Farm to Future: Empowering Women Dairy Farmers in Rural Kenya

From Farm to Future: Empowering Women Dairy Farmers in Rural Kenya

Posted Sep 16th, 2024 in Africa, Featured, Kenya, News, Stories, VETS

Ruth Wakariti's journey from smallholder farmer to community leader highlights the transformative impact of programs like VETS, empowering women to thrive in the dairy industry and contribute to sustainable rural development.

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VETS Volunteer Voices: Enhancing Dairy Production and Farmer Livelihoods in Kenya

VETS Volunteer Voices: Enhancing Dairy Production and Farmer Livelihoods in Kenya

Posted Sep 6th, 2024 in Africa, Featured, Kenya, News, Stories, VETS, Volunteer Stories

#VETSVolunteerVoices aims to bring you the stories of our passionate VETS program volunteers from the field. Meet Dr. Muller Fotsac (DVM), an Animal Health Advisor Volunteer who spent 6 months in rural Kenya (January - June 2024).

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Ask an Expert: "What's it like running an animal shelter in Ukraine?" with Iryna Podvoyska

Posted Aug 28th, 2024 in Stories, Country, Featured, News

Our latest expert is Iryna Podvoyska, manager of the Patron Pet Center in Ukraine — one of VWB's on-the-ground partners. Originally a veterinarian from Kharkiv — which has become a frontline area — Iryna has since relocated to Kyiv where the Center was officially launched in 2023.

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Join us for the 2024 International Cooperation Brunch: A Unique Opportunity to Discover Volunteering Abroad

Join us for the 2024 International Cooperation Brunch: A Unique Opportunity to Discover Volunteering Abroad

Posted Aug 28th, 2024 in Africa, Media Releases, News, VETS

We are pleased to announce the 2nd annual International Cooperation Brunch will be held on Saturday, September 21, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at Fabrik 8 in Montreal. This free event is open to everyone but registration is required.

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Interested in Volunteering Overseas? Join us for Brunch on September 21 in Montreal

Interested in Volunteering Overseas? Join us for Brunch on September 21 in Montreal

Posted Aug 27th, 2024 in Africa, Asia, Stories, Featured, News, VETS, Volunteer Stories

Are you passionate about making a difference on a global scale? Do you dream of volunteering overseas and empowering communities in need? Then mark your calendars for an event you won't want to miss...

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Mpox: A Global Health Challenge and the Case for a One Health Approach

Mpox: A Global Health Challenge and the Case for a One Health Approach

Posted Aug 26th, 2024 in Africa, Asia, Stories, Country, Featured, News

This article provides an overview of the current Mpox outbreak in the DRC, detailing what Mpox is, how it spreads, prevention strategies, and the critical role of human-animal-environment interactions in the spread and management of zoonotic diseases like Mpox.

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Health, Hope and Humanitarianism: A Conversation with Taban Kaps Robert, Program Manager, South Sudan

Health, Hope and Humanitarianism: A Conversation with Taban Kaps Robert, Program Manager, South Sudan

Posted Aug 15th, 2024 in Africa, Stories, Country, Featured, News, Past Projects, Program Report, South Sudan

In recognition of World Humanitarian Day, we sat down with Taban Kaps Robert, our Program Manager in South Sudan, to discuss the challenges and triumphs of humanitarian work in one of the world’s most complex environments.

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Stories From Around The World

When Veterinary Care Isn’t Within Reach: What access to care means for animals and communities

When Veterinary Care Isn’t Within Reach: What access to care means for animals and communities

Posted Apr 28th, 2026

In many regions, the difference between a minor health issue and a serious condition comes down to whether care can be reached in time. This blog explores the practical barriers to veterinary access — from distance to disrupted systems — and what changes when care becomes available.

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VETS Volunteer Voices: Where Knowledge Meets the Farm in Kenya’s Dairy Heartland

VETS Volunteer Voices: Where Knowledge Meets the Farm in Kenya’s Dairy Heartland

Posted Apr 2nd, 2026

 In this edition of #VETSVolunteerVoices, we shift perspective — from volunteer reflections to the voice of a local VETS program partner working directly with farmers on the ground. Meet Rebecca Ndembo, an Extension Officer with Wakulima Dairy in Kenya. For several years, Rebecca has worked alongside farmers and VETS volunteers to strengthen dairy practices, improve animal health, and support more resilient rural livelihoods.

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The Results Are In: Meet the Animals & Ales 2026 Pet Photo Contest Winners

The Results Are In: Meet the Animals & Ales 2026 Pet Photo Contest Winners

Posted Mar 20th, 2026

The Animals & Ales Pet Photo Contest has officially come to a close! Thanks to our amazing participants, voters, and supporters, we raised over $102,000 to provide critical veterinary care for animals in need. Meet the winners and runners-up.

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