Veterinarians Without Borders
Veterinarians Without Borders North America (VWB) is a mission-driven organization working at the intersection of animal,
human, and environmental health. Guided by a One Health approach, we partner with communities in Sub-Saharan Africa,
Southeast Asia, Europe, and North America to strengthen animal health systems, support sustainable livelihoods, and improve
health outcomes for all species.
We believe healthy animals lead to healthier people and more resilient environments. That’s why we integrate veterinary
services, public health, environmental sustainability, and gender equity into everything we do.
Get Involved
Veterinarians Without Borders (VWB) was founded in 2005 on the belief that global volunteerism can drive global change. Volunteers (national and international) continue to play an essential role in our work.
NORTHERN CANADA:
Our Northern Animal Health Initiative (NAHI) supports companion animal care in remote and underserved communities across Nunavut and the Northwest Territories.
- Volunteers: Licensed DVMs or RVTs
- Activities: Delivering mobile veterinary clinics, performing spay/neuter surgeries, providing wellness care, and engaging with community members
- Placement duration: 5 days to 2 weeks
INTERNATIONAL:
Through our Volunteers Engaged in Gender-Responsive Technical Solutions (VETS) program, we place skilled volunteers with local partners in Cambodia, Ghana, Kenya, and Laos.
- Volunteers: Veterinarians, gender advisors, agricultural specialists, communications experts, and more
- Activities: Training farmers, supporting women-led organizations, conducting community outreach, building sustainable livestock systems, and more
- Placement duration: 3 weeks to 2 years
VWB's Theory of Change
VWB Volunteer Voices
Meet 6 Canadian volunteers on assignment in rural Kenya through VWB's VETS (Volunteers Engaged in Gender-Responsive Technical Solutions) program. These volunteers came from diverse backgrounds to share their knowledge and learn from local farmers, empowering communities through animal health, gender equity, and sustainable farming practices.
Why Volunteer with VWB?
Support local organizations: Volunteers support our partner organizations to make a positive difference in some of the world’s most vulnerable communities.
Give and grow: Volunteers contribute to meaningful initiatives and gain personal benefits by sharing skills in complex and interesting contexts.
Be inspired: Volunteers often return to their lives and jobs inspired and refreshed, with a renewed sense of passion for animal welfare and international cooperation.
Expand your mind: Volunteers experience new countries and cultures, learning firsthand about the interconnected world we share.