International Association of Veterinary Social Work

Our next meeting of our Education working group is coming up! Register at https://buff.ly/4930BsO We hope to see you there! Who: Anyone! Members or non members. What: This meeting will provide an opportunity for you to join one of the subgroups, where you can bring ideas to further these new projects. When: Nov. 26, 2024 Where: Virtual via Zoom

Shoutout to our new VP! Will sure to be a great session.

Wellness Wednesday: Take a moment today to reflect on gratitude. Write down three things you’re grateful for in your work. How do these positives impact your day-to-day interactions with clients? Share your thoughts with a colleague or use them as a reminder during challenging times. Remember, gratitude can help foster resilience and joy in our important work! ?? #WellnessWednesday #Gratitude #SocialWorkSelfCare #IAVSW

Any Canadian Veterianrians, check out this survey!

??? Did you know November 10-16 marks Human-Animal Relationship Awareness Week (HARA Week)? Established in 2016 by the Animals & Society Institute, this week is dedicated to celebrating and understanding the profound bonds we share with animals. At IAVSW we recognize the importance of these relationships and their impact on our well-being. Let’s spread awareness and appreciation for our furry friends and the joy they bring to our lives! ???? #HARAWeek #HumanAnimalBond #CelebrateAnimals #IAVSW

Mark your calendar for our next FREE webinar ?? Multispecies Livelihoods- A human and animal welfare approach to (eco)tourism and human-animal relations Date/Time Date(s) - Wed, Nov 13, 2024 MST 9:00 am - 10:30 am Location An estimated 100,000,000 nonhuman animals are used in the global tourism industry annually, impacting human wellbeing in a myrid of ways, yet research into the impact of these interactions on human and animal welfare and wellbeing has only blossomed in the past couple of decades. Industry regulations vary by country, if they exist at all, and regulation is often times absent leaving nonhumans reliant on the care of the humans who oversee them, creating potential for moral injury and conflicting feelings. While research is emerging that examines nonhuman animals’ living conditions, justice, and welfare, there remains a dearth in the literature regarding the rights, agency, and welfare of nonhumans in tourism settings and the resultant impact on human mental health. This presentation centers on Multispecies livelihoods and well-being, a posthumanist approach that equitably considers the rights, agency, and welfare of nonhumans and humans alike, and is also applied to settings beyond tourism. Drawing from three papers that examine power relations between species and how this can translate into human-human power relations, as well as the impact of tensions between species-level versus individual-level animal and human welfare, provide insights into how human-animal relations could improve if humans recenter their focus to the rights, agency, and welfare of both other humans and other beings. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eT4VbBt9 #HumanAnimalInteraction #HumanAnimalBond #ProfessionalDevelopment #FREE #AnimalWelfare #HumanAnimalRelations #GlobalTourism

??? Welcome new followers to the International Association of Veterinary Social Work (IAVSW)! We’re so glad to have you here in our community committed to supporting the well-being of professionals in the veterinary field. We understand that the human-animal bond is profound, but it can also create emotional challenges for those who care for our pets. Our goal is to provide support and resources for these caretakers, helping them improve their own lives and, by extension, the lives of the pets they care for. Get ready for a journey filled with valuable insights and connections! ???? #Welcome #IAVSW #VeterinarySupport

??? Happy Diwali, everyone! May your homes be filled with light, love, and laughter this festival of lights! ???? Let’s celebrate the triumph of good over evil and fill our hearts (and bellies) with joy. Share how you’re lighting up this Diwali with friends and family! ???? #Diwali #FestivalOfLights #JoyAndUnity

Voting is now open! Members, check your inbox for the ballot and cast your vote for the next IAVSW board. Your voice matters! #IAVSW #vote #socialwork

This week, we celebrate the vital role of veterinary technicians! Thank you, techs, for your dedication and for taking such great care of our pets—and the people who love them! ?? #vettech #vettechweek2024 #IAVSW #vetmed #socialwork