Laura Eley is the Communications & Media Relations Manager with Veterinarians Without Borders North America/Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Amérique du Nord.
Laura has over 10 years of experience as a communications and media relations professional in both the non-profit and private sectors. She has a strong background and interest in creating digital content that resonates with a wide range of audiences across various platforms. Laura holds a BA in English from the University of Guelph and a Master’s in Environmental Education and Communication through Royal Roads University.
When she’s not working, Laura enjoys spending time with her cat, family, and friends, and testing new recipes in the kitchen.
Have a media related inquiry? Reach out at laura@vwb.org
#VETSVolunteerVoices aims to bring you stories of our passionate VETS program volunteers from the field. This blog was written by Guy Audet, a Business Development Advisor who supported our VETS program partner, WIPVaC-Apex, in Ghana from March to May 2025.
In Meru County, Kenya, Community One Health Champion Ann Kagwira is improving her farm’s productivity and herd health through ongoing collaboration with VETS volunteers and Meru Dairy — demonstrating how long-term support and continuous learning can drive lasting change for farmers and their communities.
As VWB’s Executive Director, Charmaine Brett, prepares to step down in September, she reflects on four years of transformative global work, celebrating milestones in animal care, community resilience, and One Health initiatives. With its bold 2025–2030 Strategic Plan, VWB remains committed to advancing its mission and recruiting new leadership to build on this momentum.
