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WOAH is pleased to invite you to a webinar marking the release of the Guidelines for African swine fever (ASF) vaccines: field evaluation and post-vaccination monitoring.
These guidelines provide practical technical guidance to support WOAH Members and relevant stakeholders in the design, implementation, and evaluation of field studies for ASF vaccines, as well as post-vaccination monitoring and evaluation of vaccination programmes. They aim to support evidence-based decision-making on the potential use of ASF vaccination as part of national or regional ASF prevention and control strategies.
The webinar will provide an opportunity to present the guidelines, their purpose and scope, and their relevance for Veterinary Services, competent authorities and partners involved in ASF vaccine evaluation and monitoring.
Learn more about the guidelines here.
Agenda
| Time (CET) | Session | Speakers |
|---|---|---|
| 10:00–10:05 | Opening remarks | Dr Baba Soumaré, WOAH |
| 10:05–10:15 | WOAH process for the development of the technical guidelines | Dr Ronald Mora, WOAH |
| 10:15–10:35 | Technical presentation of the guidelines: field evaluation, benefit–risk assessment and post-vaccination monitoring | Dr Georgina Limón-Vega and team, The Pirbright Institute |
| 10:35–11:25 | Member perspectives and expert question-and-answer session | Dr Janice Garcia, Philippines Dr Phan Le Van, Viet Nam Georgina Limón-Vega and team, The Pirbright Institute Moderated by Dr Ronald Mora, WOAH |
| 11:25–11:30 | Conclusions and next steps | Dr Gregorio Torres, WOAH |
WOAH is pleased to invite you to a webinar marking the launch of TRUVET – the Track and Report Unsafe VETerinary products platform.
TRUVET is a new global digital tool designed to support WOAH Members in the systematic reporting, sharing, and analysis of unsafe veterinary products. By strengthening transparency and collaboration, TRUVET contributes to improved animal health, public health, and trust in veterinary products worldwide.
Register to this webinar to:
- Learn about the purpose and key features of TRUVET
- Understand how TRUVET supports the detection, reporting, and management of unsafe veterinary products
- Explore how Members and stakeholders can use the platform in practice
- Engage directly with WOAH through a live Q&A session
📅 Date: 3rd June 2026
⏰ Time: 12pm CET (English)
🌐 Format: Online webinar
This webinar is intended for WOAH Delegates and their focal points, veterinary regulators, WOAH Collaborating Centres and reference Centres, private sector, international organisations and other stakeholders involved in veterinary product oversight.
We look forward to your participation in this important step towards strengthening global vigilance on veterinary products.
Session times for other languages
Français: 11am CET – Inscrivez-vous maintenant
Español: 5pm CET – Regístrate ahora
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Introduction
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH), through their joint Global Framework for the Progressive Control of Transboundary Animal Diseases (GF-TADs), and in collaboration with the PPR Global Research and Expertise Network (PPR-GREN), are pleased to invite you to the first session of the two-part webinar series on Peste des Petits Ruminants disease (PPR) to be held on Thursday, 4 June 2026, from 11:00 to 13:20 CEST.
Organised jointly by the joint FAO-WOAH PPR Secretariat and the PPR GREN, this webinar series serves as a platform to disseminate practical, field-focused information and help bridge persistent gaps identified in PPR eradication efforts.
This session will focus on key aspects regarding identification of high-risk populations, understanding behavioural drivers, mobilising stakeholders, and managing effective PPR control and eradication programmes. It will provide practical insights to support countries and partners in justification of field interventions towards PPR eradication.
Agenda
| Time (CEST) | Topic/Facilitator |
|---|---|
| 11:00 – 11:10 | Opening remarks FAO Representative PPR GREN Chair |
| 11:10 – 11:50 | Session 1: Targeting PPR Control Where It Matters Most |
| 11:50 – 12:40 | Session 2: Guided Expert Discussion: Stakeholder Engagement & Behavioural Drivers |
| 12:40 – 13:00 | Discussion, Question & Answer session |
| 13:00 – 13:10 | Mentimeter: Feedback session |
| 13:10– 13:20 | Closing remarks WOAH Representative |
| The event will be moderated by GREN Bureau, WOAH and FAO PPR Secretariat. | |
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Background
The International Alliance against Health Risks in Wildlife Trade is a global, interdisciplinary network of over 180 organisations and 500 experts working to prevent pathogen spillover by bridging science, policy and practice. The Alliance envisions acting as an incubator for generating and sharing knowledge across its network and beyond. The Expert Talk series has been designed to support this aim by enabling members and inviting experts to share relevant insights and evidence-based knowledge with the community. Learn more about the Alliance’s work on https://alliance-health-wildlife.org/ .
Introduction
The global wildlife trade brings wild animals and humans into close and repeated contact across harvesting, transport, markets, consumption, and captivity. These interactions create opportunities for pathogens to move between species and can contribute to the emergence of infectious diseases. While traded wild animals are known to carry zoonotic pathogens and parasites, it has remained unclear whether traded species are more likely to share pathogens with humans than non-traded species. In this talk, Dr Jérôme Gippet will present a recent study published in Science, combining global wildlife trade records with host-pathogen association data to examine how wildlife trade has shaped animal-to-human pathogen transmission over the past 40 years. The study shows that traded mammals are more likely to share pathogens with humans, that live-animal and illegal trade can further increase this risk, and that the number of pathogens shared with humans increases with the time a species has spent in trade. These findings highlight wildlife trade as an important driver of zoonotic risk and underline the need to better integrate disease surveillance into wildlife trade regulations.
Biography of the presenter
Dr Jérôme Gippet is a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Fribourg, Switzerland. His research explores human–wildlife interactions from both applied and fundamental perspectives in ecology and conservation. Trained as an invasion biologist and urban ecologist at the University of Lyon, he later worked as a postdoctoral researcher at the University of Lausanne, where he investigated emerging exotic pet markets in invertebrates. This work revealed a previously overlooked global trade in pet ants, highlighting important risks for biological invasions (Gippet & Bertelsmeier 2021, PNAS). His research is strongly data-driven and often draws on unconventional sources, such as online pet shops and social media, to better understand wildlife markets and their consequences for biodiversity, invasion dynamics, and pathogen transmission.
Towards a healthy co-existence of people and animals in their shared ecosystems
This event is part of the One Health Festival Summit. Learn more on the official event webpage.
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Background
Wildlife trade—legal, illegal, domestic or international—is one of the most complex and under-addressed drivers of health risk at the human–animal–environment interface.
The International Alliance against Health Risks in Wildlife Trade is a global, interdisciplinary and intersectoral network of over 180 organisations and 500+ experts working to better understand and prevent pathogen spillover at the source by bridging science, policy and practice through an One Health approach. Its activities range from knowledge exchange, pilot projects, and policy advisory support to awareness-raising on health risks along wildlife trade chains.
Join us for an online event at the One Health Festival- Summit that shines a spotlight on the health risks inherent with wildlife trade and the Alliance’s role in elevating this issue on the national and global One Health stage. Featuring a keynote presentation, an expert panel discussion, and compelling field stories, this dynamic session is designed to inform, inspire, and encourage action.
Objectives
- To raise global awareness about zoonotic health risks inherent to wildlife trade and their implications for pandemic prevention strategies and global health policy.
- To showcase successful projects with concrete results from field implementation.
- To stimulate actionable dialogue on evidence-informed policies to reduce risk at source.
- To highlight multi-sectoral collaboration to reduce health risks in wildlife trade.
Details
- Date and time: 23 April at 2 pm CET (8 am EDT/9 pm JST).
- Venue: Virtual
- Learn more about the International Alliance and WOAH wildlife health
The event is open to all. We invite government officials and technical experts, and other important actors from academia, donors, civil society, and media, as well as partners supporting One Health implementation.
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On behalf of GF-TADs for Europe, and the Veterinary Authority of Spain, WOAH Regional Representation for Europe invites all Members and partners worldwide to a second technical webinar to update on the African swine fever (ASF) epidemiological situation in Spain. The previous webinar on the topic took place on December 22, 2025, and brought together more than 250 participants.
This webinar will provide an overview of the current epidemiological situation, the response measures implemented, and coordination at regional and international levels. It will also serve as an opportunity to share experience and lessons learned.
Date: 16 April 2026
Time: 13.00 to 14.30 CET
Format: Online (Zoom webinar)
Participation in this webinar is free, but registration is mandatory via the link below. The webinar will be conducted in English, with simultaneous interpretation into Spanish, French and Russian.
We look forward to your participation.
Agenda
Opening and moderation: Dr Budimir Plavsic, Permanent Regional Secretariat of GF-TADs Europe
Opening remarks and Chair: Dr Bernard Van Goethem, President of GF-TADs for Europe, Chair of SGE-ASF
Epidemiological situation of African swine fever in wild boar in Spain and disease control measures: Dr Emilio García Muro, Spanish CVO and WOAH Delegate
Laboratory findings and virus characterization: Dr Manuel Durán Ferrer, National Reference Laboratory and Dr Carmina Gallardo, EURL (INIA CISA)
Moderated Q&A: Dr Gregorio Torres, Head of the Science and Disease Management Department
Closing remarks: Dr Bernard Van Goethem
This webinar aims to present key findings from the Second WOAH Observatory Monitoring Report and and engage Members in understanding how standards are implemented across priority thematic areas.
This session will examine Members’ use of WOAH procedures for disease self‑declaration and official status recognition, and will also provide an overview of how Members apply sanitary measures in accordance with WOAH standards in the context of trade.
This webinar will be offered in English.
| Time (CET) | Session | Content | Speakers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00–12:05 | Opening | Welcome address: brief introduction to the webinar, overview of the agenda | Dr Montserrat Arroyo, Deputy Director General International Standard and Science, WOAH |
| 12:05–12:10 | What is the the WOAH Observatory programme ? | Observatory programme objectives and main outputs | Dr Caroline Paquier, Senior Programme manager, WOAH |
| 12:10–12:15 | The Second WOAH Observatory monitoring report- Methodology | Methodology applied to execute the Second Observatory Monitoring Report | Dr Nahoko Ieda, Scientific Officer, WOAH |
| 12:15–12:30 | Key highlights of Observatory Monitoring Indicators analysis- Recommendations to WOAH and Members | Presentation of the key monitoring indicators accompanied by the recommendations to WOAH and Members | Dr Nahoko Ieda, Scientific Officer, WOAH |
| 12:30–12:40 | Q & A | Open round discussion | All |
| 12:40–12:45 | Closing Remarks | Takeaway messages | TBD |
This webinar aims to present key findings from the Second WOAH Observatory Monitoring Report and engage Members in understanding how standards are implemented across priority thematic areas.
This session will explore how countries implement movement control, border precautions, and zoning and compartmentalisation measures to reduce the spread of animal diseases within and across borders.
The webinar will be offered in english.
| Time (CET) | Session | Content | Speakers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00–12:05 | Opening | Welcome address: brief introduction to the webinar, overview of the agenda | Dr Montserrat Arroyo, Deputy Director General International Standard and Science, WOAH |
| 12:05–12:10 | What is the the WOAH Observatory programme ? | Observatory programme objectives and main outputs | Dr Caroline Paquier, Senior Programme manager, WOAH |
| 12:10–12:15 | The Second WOAH Observatory monitoring report- Methodology | Methodology applied to execute the Second Observatory Monitoring Report | Dr Nahoko Ieda, Scientific Officer, WOAH |
| 12:15–12:30 | Key highlights of Observatory Monitoring Indicators analysis- Recommendations to WOAH and Members | Presentation of the key monitoring indicators accompanied by the recommendations to WOAH and Members | Dr Nahoko Ieda, Scientific Officer, WOAH |
| 12:30–12:40 | Q & A | Open round discussion | All |
| 12:40–12:45 | Closing Remarks | Takeaway messages | TBD |
This webinar aims to present key findings from the Second WOAH Observatory Monitoring Report and and engage Members in understanding how standards are implemented across priority thematic areas.
This session will highlight how Members address antimicrobial use and antimicrobial resistance and contribute to One Health objectives by applying WOAH standards, reflecting global patterns and gaps identified in the monitoring analysis.
The webinar will be offered in English.
| Time (CET) | Session | Content | Speakers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00–12:05 | Opening | Welcome address: brief introduction to the webinar, overview of the agenda | Dr Montserrat Arroyo, Deputy Director General International Standard and Science, WOAH |
| 12:05–12:10 | What is the the WOAH Observatory programme ? | Observatory programme objectives and main outputs | Dr Caroline Paquier, Senior Programme manager, WOAH |
| 12:10–12:15 | The Second WOAH Observatory monitoring report- Methodology | Methodology applied to execute the Second Observatory Monitoring Report | Dr Nahoko Ieda, Scientific Officer, WOAH |
| 12:15–12:30 | Key highlights of Observatory Monitoring Indicators analysis- Recommendations to WOAH and Members | Presentation of the key monitoring indicators accompanied by the recommendations to WOAH and Members | Dr Nahoko Ieda, Scientific Officer, WOAH |
| 12:30–12:40 | Q & A | Open round discussion | All |
| 12:40–12:45 | Closing Remarks | Takeaway messages | TBD |
Join Us for World Tuberculosis Day: “Advancing the One Health Approach for Control of Zoonotic Tuberculosis in Africa“
WHO and WOAH are jointly hosting a webinar to mark World Tuberculosis Day which is observed on 24th March 2026, bringing together human and animal health experts, national programme managers, and development partner to advance the One Health response to zoonotic tuberculosis (zTB) across Africa.
Zoonotic tuberculosis, caused by members of the Mycobacterium tuberculosis complex (MTBC), and principally Mycobacterium bovis which remains a neglected yet significant burden in the community and in livestock. Transmission occurs primarily through direct contact with infected livestock or consumption of unpasteurised milk and dairy products, disproportionately affecting pastoral and smallholder farming communities in low- and middle-income countries.
In 2017, WHO, WOAH, FAO, and the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union) jointly published the Global Roadmap for Zoonotic Tuberculosis. Seven years on, implementation of this roadmap across remains uneven, constrained by weak inter-sectoral coordination, diagnostic gaps, and limited investment.
WOAH has provided internationally recognised standards for the diagnosis, surveillance, and control of mammalian tuberculosis in animals through two key instruments: Terrestrial Animal Health Code, Chapter 8.12. and Terrestrial Manual, Chapter 3.1.13.
In 2024, WOAH published guidelines on control of MTBC infection animal in livestock to provide guidance to for those countries who are looking for alternative approaches to test and slaughter to reduce the burden of the disease in animals.
This webinar provides a timely platform to review progress, and look at the country level evidence from Algeria, Madagascar, and best practises in Ethiopia to mobilise renewed political and financial commitment for zoonotic tuberculosis.
The webinar will be offered in English with simultaneous translation in French.
Last date of registration -15th March 2026
The webinar is open to public health and veterinary professionals, national TB and zoonoses programme managers, researchers, One Health practitioners, and development partners.
Agenda
| Time | Session | Content | Speakers |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12:00–12:05 | Opening | Welcome address: brief introduction to the webinar, overview of the agenda | Prof Dissou Affolabi National TB Programme Coordinator of Benin and Head of the WARN/CARN-TB Network Secretariat Dr Marcus Lacerda Director, Special programme for research and training in Tropical diseases (TDR) – WHO – Geneva |
| 12:05–12:15 | Gaps/Progress in the roadmap for zoonotic tuberculosis and challenges | Current situation & challenges faced in controlling zoonotic TB | Dr Corinne Merle WHO – TDR Irwin Lay WHO, Department of HIV, TB Hepatitis and STIs |
| 12:15–12:25 | WOAH Strategies for control of bovine tuberculosis | Tools for endemic countries. Guidelines for control of MTBC infection in livestock | Dr Monal Ajit Daptardar Scientific Coordinator, WOAH |
| 12:25–12:55 | 1. Madagascar 2. Algeria 3. Ethiopia | Country Perspectives focusing on needs and next steps | Dr Joelle Razafimahefa Faculté de Médecine Fianarantsoa, Madagascar Dr Maamar Khames Université de Médéa, Algérie Dr. Matios Lakew Researcher Animal Health Institute, Ministry of Agriculture, Ethiopia |
| 12:55–13:05 | How do countries build a Business Case for investment in ZTB | From a donor’s perspective. How to catalyze investment towards the implementation of ZTB Roadmap – towards a compelling business case | Dr Nick Juleff Deputy Director Gates Foundation |
| 13:05–13:25 | Q & A – Interactive discussion on how to scale up | Open round of discussion | All Speakers |
| 13:25–13:30 | Closing Remarks | Takeaway messages | Dr Gregorio Torres WOAH |