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Second round of mental health grant opening soon
The MMI research grant programme will shortly be opening for its second round of applications.

The programme aims to drive positive change in the veterinary sectors.

The second round of applications for the RCVS Mind Matters Initiative (MMI) research grant programme will be opening soon.

Launched in August 2024, the programme aims to drive change that will positively impact mental health in the veterinary sector.

Two types of grants are on offer, with the first being a £5,000 Discovery Grant aimed at postgraduate or early career researchers looking to kick-start small-scale studies. The second is a £15,000 Impact Grant targeted towards more established researchers working on more substantial medium-sized projectes.

All proposals should reflect at least one of MMI’s strategic focus areas for 2025, which are:

- Veterinary professionals’ suicide prevention
- Veterinary occupational stressors (including trauma and burnout)
- Mental health in veterinary education
- Veterinary workplace leadership and mental health
- Veterinary professionals’ mental health and equity, diversity & inclusion.

Owing to only one Impact Grant being awarded in the last round, there are three research grants available to apply for: two £5,000 Discovery Grants and one £15,000 Impact Grant.

Applications for both grants are open to researchers at all stages of their career, and are due to open early spring. For more details, visit the Mind Matters website.

 

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Animal Medicines Amnesty returns this November

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 Veterinary practices are being urged to help owners safely dispose of any unused and expired pet medicines - not just antibiotics - during November's Animal Medicines Amnesty.

Organised by the Responsible Use of Medicines Alliance Companion Animal and Equine (RUMA CA&E), the initative is supported by a range of cross-sector organisations.

Practices are encouraged to use the campaign to engage the whole practice team and raise awareness of the safe disposal of medicines with clients. Learn how your practice can get involved at rumacae.org.uk 

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APHA launches free virtual work experience programme

The Animal and Plant Health Agency (APHA), in collaboration with Springpod, has launched a free virtual work experience programme, giving young people across the UK the chance to explore careers dedicated to protecting animal and plant health.

The on-demand programme offers a unique insight into career opportunities within APHA, showcasing how students can contribute to tackling some of the UK's most critical biosecurity and environmental challenges.

Designed for students aged 13 and over, the course includes more than 10 hours of engaging content featuring real-life industry insights, scenario-based challenges, and practical guidance on applying for jobs. To register for the course, visit the APHA website.