Vetnuus | May 2024 19 Nurses Association of South Africa, the Veterinary History Society of South Africa, all the Veterinary and Para-veterinary Professions, Health and Animal Welfare Societies, the Congress offered a tailored experience for attendees representing various sectors of the industry underscored the Congress’s commitment to addressing the multifaceted dimensions of veterinary practice. The stellar lineup of speakers further enriched the Congress experience, with luminaries and thought leaders from around the world offering unique perspectives and expertise. Keynote sessions delved into topics of global significance, including resilience in the context of conflict, with insights shared by distinguished speakers from Ukraine. Some of the highlights to mention include the: • 10th WVA Global One Health Summit • The WVA Global Veterinary Awards • The Welcome Reception introduces wine farms from across the Cape • The dazzling congress dinner at GOLD Restaurant We would also like to take this opportunity to thank our organising committees for their dedication, and selfless commitment: • Dr Paul van der Merwe, Congress Chairperson SAVA • Dr Charlotte Nkuna, Congress Co-Chairperson • Dr Rafael Laguens, WVA President 2022-2024 • Dr John de Jong, WVA President-Elect 2024-2026 • Mr Gert Steyn, Operational Director SAVA • Dr Tom Spencer, Financial Director SAVA • Prof. Adrian Tordiffe, Programme Chairperson • Ms Magda Lourenço, WVA Executive Manager • Ms Yvonne Niño, WVA Policy Officer Our Scientific Programme Committee: • Dr Adrian Tordiffe, Scientific Programme Chairperson • Prof. Gareth Bath • Dr Geoff Brown • Dr Janine Burger • Dr Richard Burroughs • Dr Liesl de Boni • Dr Kurt de Cramer • Dr Jordi Franch • Dr Andy Fraser • Sr Cornelia Hanekom • Prof. Kenneth Joubert • Dr Liesel Laubscher • Sr Reinette Ludike • Prof. Ivan Lwanga-Iga • Dr Sean Miller • Dr Dave Miller • Dr Greg Simpson • Dr Chris van Dijk And last but not least, our congress organisers from SAVETCON Event Management: • Ms Corné Engelbrecht • Mrs Melanie Pretorius • Ms Nthabiseng Letsoalo • Mrs Erika Kruger >>> 20 Events I WVAC 2024
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