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BVNA invites profession to support Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month
The aim of VNAM is to raise awareness of the vital role of the veterinary nurse.

VNAM 2023 will commence on 1st May 

The British Veterinary Nursing Association (BVNA) has launched Veterinary Nursing Awareness Month (VNAM), and revealed that the theme for this year is ‘empowerment’. The association invites members of the veterinary profession, along with pet owners to support the campaign.

During the month of May, the BVNA will share blogs, webinars, and a host of resources to highlight the different stages of the veterinary nurse’s career.

The BVNA is also calling for entries into two video competitions that aim to showcase the diverse careers and areas of practice that make up the profession. The competitions are open to individual SVNs and RVNs, as well as veterinary practices. Entries should be a short reel-style video, up to 60 seconds long.

The competition categories are:

  • What do you enjoy most about being a VN?
  • What do your VNs mean to your practice?

BVNA president Charlotte Pace said: “I am really excited to announce that the theme of BVNA’s VNAM this year is ‘empowerment’. This can mean becoming a leader in your field, teaching the next generation of nurses, or starting a new weight clinic at your practice. The beauty of veterinary nursing is its diversity, but our strength lies in our passion for animal welfare, and our community. By championing each other, we can show the world the importance of our profession in our own right. This month, share with us your passion for veterinary nursing!”

The aim of VNAM is to raise awareness and understanding amongst the general public and pet owners of the vital role of the veterinary nurse, both in and out of the clinical practice. It has been running since 2005, when it started out as National Veterinary Nursing Day. Since 2012, the campaign has run throughout the month of May.

More information about VNAM can be found on the BVNA website.

 

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