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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.
Replay
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 |
Replay
Every year, wildlife faces silent but devastating threats from pharmaceuticals seeping into waterways, veterinary drugs disrupting ecosystems, and heavy metals like lead poisoning animals across the globe. Yet, behind these challenges lie groundbreaking solutions, scientific progress, and inspiring success stories that prove prevention is possible. On this World Wildlife Day on 3rd March 2026, the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) brought together leading experts to explore how science, policy, and education can turn the tide against toxic threats to biodiversity.
This one-hour webinar highlighted solutions and examples of positive outcomes that can be applied and implemented to protect wildlife health. We focused into three critical issues: the behavioral and ecological impacts of pharmaceutical pollution on aquatic species, the devastating yet reversible decline of vulture populations due to livestock NSAIDs and the global fight against lead toxicity, where the development of non-lead alternatives and regulatory processes are providing significant opportunities for health protection for wildlife, people and domestic animals. Each session showcased real-world solutions, from policy reforms to community-led conservation.
The webinar was offered in English with simultaneous translation in Spanish and French.
Agenda
| Time | Topic | Speakers |
|---|---|---|
| 12.00 – 12.05 pm | Opening remarks | Dr Billy Karesh Chair of the WOAH Working Group on Wildlife |
| 12.05 – 12.15 pm | Effects of Phamaceutical Residues on Aquatic Animals: How Phamaceutical Pollution is Shaping Aquatic Behaviour and Biodiversity | Dr Mwansa Songe Member of the WOAH Working Group on Wildlife |
| 12.15 – 12.25 pm | Use of NSAIDs in livestock and its impact on vulture population with examples of educational and regulatory solutions and success stories | Prof. Rhys Green Honorary Professor of Conservation Science in – Conservation Science Group Department of Zoology – Cambridge Conservation Initiative |
| 12.25 – 12.35 pm | Lead poisoning of wildlife – the solution that benefits us all | Dr Ruth Cromie WWT Research Fellow, CMS COP-Appointed Councillor for Wildlife Health |
| 12.35 – 12.50 pm | Discussion | All |
| 12.50 – 1.00 pm | Conclusion | Alexandre Fediaevsky Head of the Preparedness and Resilience Department – WOAH |
Presentation Download
Lead poisoning of wildlife – the solution that benefits us all
Replay
Low- and middle-income countries (LMIC) of the world face several challenges in preventing and responding to avian influenza outbreaks, particularly among small holder poultry systems (SHPS), also referred to as backyard or village poultry systems. Low sensitivity surveillance systems in SHPS hinder early detection, thereby increasing the spread of the virus. Furthermore, conventional surveillance programmes often demand substantial and ongoing funding while lacking the flexibility to address the full range of disease surveillance needs in SHPS, particularly where resources are constrained.
In the 90th WOAH General Session in May 2023, following the animal health forum and technical item on avian influenza, Resolution No.28 was adopted that include the recommendation (Number 6) to support poultry keepers, particularly smallholders, in implementing correct usage of disease preventive and control tools, such as enhanced biosecurity, early identification of clinical signs, and reporting, to prevent the introduction and spread of HPAI. It was identified as a need to provide Members with practical surveillance guidelines targeting small-scale poultry farmers (backyard), tailored to the local socio-economic context.
To this end, WOAH has published the practical guideline on Surveillance of High Pathogenicity Avian Influenza for Smallholder Poultry Systems in Resource-Limited Settings, tailored to local contexts, to safeguard farmers’ livelihoods and ensuring the stability of the poultry industry. The guidelines provide practical recommendations to assist Veterinary Authorities (VA) and Veterinary Services (VS) in designing surveillance programmes for the detection of HPAIV in SHPS, tailored to the needs and contexts of resource-limited settings.
To present these guidelines, the launch webinar will be offered in English. The guidelines will also be made available in French and Spanish in due course.
Agenda
| Time | Topic | Speakers |
|---|---|---|
| 12.30 – 12.35pm | Opening remarks | Dr Baba Soumare WOAH DDG-Global Framework and Capacity Building |
| 12.35 – 12.40pm | Drafting of the guidelines (Background and process) | Dr Gounalan Pavade Senior Scientific Coordinator, WOAH |
| 12.40 – 13.10pm | Overview of the guidelines | Dr Sergio Guerrero Sanchez and Dr Angus Lam Centre for Applied One Health Research and Policy Advice, City University of Hong Kong |
| 13.10 – 13.20pm | Member’s experience (HPAI surveillance in smallholder poultry systems – Asia) | Dr Sothyra Tum National Animal Health and Production Research Institute, Cambodia |
| 13.20 – 13.30pm | Member’s experience (HPAI surveillance in smallholder poultry systems – Africa) | Dr Clement Meseko National Veterinary Research Institute, Nigeria |
| 13.30 – 13.40pm | Member’s experience (HPAI surveillance in smallholder poultry systems – Americas) | Dr Christopher Hamilton-West University Chile, Chile |
| Q & A session (15m) | ||
| 13.55 – 14.00pm | Next steps and closing | Dr Gregorio Torres Head Science department, WOAH |
Replay
WOAH hosted a webinar to mark the launch of the WOAH Guidelines ‘Mitigating Disease Transmission Risk at the Wildlife–Livestock Interface to Facilitate Safe Trade’.
Transboundary animal diseases (TADs), such as African swine fever (ASF), avian influenza (AI) and foot and mouth disease (FMD) continue to spread worldwide, with serious consequences for animal health, trade and livelihoods. In many countries where these diseases are endemic, infections can pass between wild and domestic animals, sustaining infection transmission cycles that are difficult to control because of the complex factors and risk pathways involved.
For some diseases, WOAH standards allow the recognition of animal health status in effectively separated subpopulations and require that Members do not ban international livestock trade solely in response to disease occurrences in wildlife.
These guidelines offer practical approaches for reducing the risk of disease spillover between wildlife and livestock populations, applicable across a range of farming systems. They present a structured methodology to support Veterinary Services in managing any wildlife-livestock interface scenarios through customised risk mitigation programmes, with interventions tailored to local conditions.
To present these guidelines, the launch webinar was offered in English. The guidelines will also be made available in French and Spanish in due course.
Agenda
| Time | Topic | Speakers |
|---|---|---|
| 1:00 - 1:05 pm | Opening remarks | Dr Baba Soumare (TBD) WOAH DDG |
| 1:05 - 1:10 pm | Drafting of the guidelines (Background and process) | Dr Yuka Moribe WOAH |
| 1:10 – 1:35 pm | Overview of the guidelines | Prof Christian Gortázar Investigación en Recursos Cinegéticos (IREC), Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha |
| 1:35 - 1:50 pm | Member’s experience (ASF) | Dr Silvia Bellini Vice President of SCAD; Staff Director, Istituto Zooprofilattico Sperimentale della Lombardia e dell’Emilia Romagna, Italy |
| 1:50 - 2:00 pm | Member’s experience (HPAI) | Dr Daniela Pacheco de Lacerda Departamento de Saúde Animal – Ministério da Agricultura e Pecuária, Brazil |
| Q&A (25 min) | ||
| 2:25 – 2:30 pm | Next steps and closing remarks | Dr Gregorio Torres WOAH |
