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Governance Review Committee (GRC)
The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) operates in a complex, fast-changing global environment. To address today’s challenges in animal health, we need governance that is transparent, efficient, and inclusive.
In 2024, the World Assembly of Delegates called for the creation of a Governance Review Committee (GRC). Its mission: to take a fresh look at how WOAH is governed and propose reforms that meet both current and future needs.
In this context, the GRC reviews all aspects of the Organisation’s governance — from technical and financial to legal, regional, and institutional structures. This work is a key step in ensuring WOAH remains effective, adaptable, and ready for the future.
Work programme
The GRC is made up of 16 Members from five regions, as well as regional advisers from other Members, selected by the GRC representatives.
The Committee is working toward two key milestones:
Present recommendations for improving WOAH’s governance
to the World Assembly of Delegates at the 93rd General Session in 2026.
Propose a package of legal reforms for the Assembly’s approval
at the 94th General Session in 2027.
Working documents
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Resolutions, Administrative
92GS Res-05-Adm: GRC Work Programme
.pdf – 118 KB See the document -
Report, Administrative
92GS Adm-06: Report of the WOAH Governance Review Committee
.pdf – 580 KB See the document -
Resolutions
Revision of the WOAH Basic Texts
.pdf – 82 KB See the document -
Administrative
Terms of Reference of WOAH Governance Review Committee
.pdf – 238 KB See the document
How to engage
As a delegate
Stay informed on the GRC’s progress, access key documents, and participate in discussions through the WOAH Delegates’ Portal. Together, we are building a more transparent governance system to better serve global animal health.
As a stakeholder
Subscribe to the WOAH Newsletter to receive quarterly updates on the GRC and get in contact with your WOAH Regional or Sub-Regional Representative.
For more information, please contact: GRC Secretariat ([email protected])
Regional Consultation
All Members are encouraged to share their ideas and feedback through their regional GRC members to contribute to an effective and collaborative reform process.
| Africa | Asia and the Pacific | Americas | Europe | Middle East |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenya Senegal South Africa Tunisia | Australia People’s Republic of China Sri Lanka | Canada Chile Guatemala | Austria Azerbaijan Ireland Norway | Cyprus Lebanon |
The GRC’s work is carried out in close collaboration with the Council, Specialist Commissions, and all Members, ensuring a transparent and inclusive approach. This collective approach enables the identification of areas of improvements and fosters meaningful dialogue among stakeholders. The GRC provides a unique opportunity for Members to actively engage in shaping the future of WOAH’s governance.