Vétérinaires Sans Frontières International

An international network of non-profit organizations working all over the world in the field of agriculture and livestock production, animal health and animal welfare, to support small-scale farmers

Healthy Rangelands, Resilient Communities, Connected Future

On the occasion of the UN International Year of Rangelands and Patoralists in 2026, VSF International launches a new campaign for living rangelands, strong pastoralist communities and a connected future for all.

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Handbook for planning and managing CAHW programmes

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Pastoralism

Pastoralism supports between 200 and 500 million people in drylands, mountainous and marginal lands. VSF International works to support pastoralist communities, and advocates to recognize the multiple economic, social, cultural and environmental functions of pastoralism.

Healthy people, healthy animals, healthy environment

VSF International aims to raise awareness on the positive role of livestock, sustainable agriculture and small scale integrated farming systems as a key factor for sustainable livelihood development.

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Fight poverty by supporting small-scale farmers, livestock keepers and pastoralists

VSF International supports families and producers organisations through technical and methodological support on livestock and agroecological production systems.

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A global network

VSF International’s members support families and farmers’ organizations in 60 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia and Europe.

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VSF International promotes a holistic approach, integrating human, animal and environmental health, and pursues humanitarian, development, scientific, educational and advocacy objectives.

Better Living Conditions

Ensure better living conditions for the most vulnerable populations

One Health

Affirm principles of “One Health”, promoting a healthy and sustainable relationship between humans, animals and their environment.

Food Sovereignty

Support agroecological production models and promote food sovereignty

Veterinary care and knowledge

Promote food safety and food and nutritional security through veterinary care and knowledge

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VSF International at the One Health Summit in Lyon

VSF International took part in the One Health Summit held in Lyon from 5 to 7 April 2026, a major global event that brought together governments, international organisations, the private sector, research and civil society to advance the One Health approach through...

Healthy Rangelands, Resilient Communities, Connected Future

In the framework of the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists (IYRP 2026), Vétérinaires Sans Frontières International and its members are launching the global campaign “Healthy Rangelands, Resilient Communities, Connected Future” to put rangelands and...

The Impact of USAID Funding Cuts: A Crisis for Global Livelihoods and Health

The recent USAID funding cuts has sent shockwaves through humanitarian and development efforts worldwide. For families already struggling to rebuild from conflict, food insecurity, and disease, these sudden cuts are not just a policy shift — they are a devastating...

Harmonizing CAHW Training Standards in Nigeria: A Decade of Progress – Interview with Dr. Yakubu Yanet Ago

Over the past decade, the Veterinary Council of Nigeria (VCN) has invested significant effort into standardizing training for Community Animal Health Workers (CAHWs). As the lead consultant in this process, Dr. Yakubu Yanet Ago shares his journey and insights into the...

30 years after the implementation of the first CAHW programme, CAHWs in Madagascar have been officially recognised.

The concept of Community Animal Health workers emerged in Madagascar in the early 1990s. From 1991 to 1993, Agronomes et Vétérinaires Sans Frontières (AVSF) initiated the first CAHW programme in the Amoron'i Mania region by training a dozen CAHWs under the supervision...

The CAHWs project presented at various international events

VSF International has recently been actively involved in major international events, highlighting our Community Animal Health Workers (CAHW) project.39th Congress of the World Veterinary Association From April 16 to 19, we joined animal health professionals from...

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