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Veterinarians Without Borders' #IDW203 Webinars - Feb. 8 & Feb. 10

Posted Jan 25th, 2023 in Stories, Kenya, News, VETS, Volunteer Stories

International Development Week (IDW), launched by Global Affairs Canada, is an annual week dedicated to celebrating Canadians' contributions to international development efforts that are creating a more peaceful, inclusive, and prosperous world. This year's IDW ran from February 5 to 11, 2023 and focused on "Go for the Goals", a nod to Canadians' efforts to achieve the UN's Sustainable Development Goals.

As part of #IDW2023, Veterinarians Without Borders/Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Canada (VWB/VSF) hosted two webinars focused on building a more sustainable future. Both of these programs are generously supported by Global Affairs Canada.

CHECK OUT THE WEBINAR RECORDINGS


 
VWB/VSF Canada has been working to support gender equality throughout Kenya, with a focus on dairy farmers and families. Our Kenya country co-ordinator, Esther Mburu, and volunteer gender specialist, Maureen Tanyai, share some of their key learnings and experiences in the field.


VWB/VSF Canada has been supporting the implementation of sustainable biogas systems throughout farms in Kenya. Our Kenya country co-ordinator, Esther Mburu, and environmental specialist, Faith Njeri, discuss their experiences and successes in training farmers in implementing biogas.

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  • My voluntary assignments in Ghana for the past three years have dramatically improved animal production in terms of reducing mortality and increasing the size of the herd/flock.
    - Joseph Ansong-Danquah

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