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

Handbook for planning and managing CAHW programmes

Our Annual Report 2023 is available!

Our global strategy towards 2025

Vaccinate for Africa

A campaign implemented in 8 countries to collaborate with veterinary clinics in support to African livestock keepers.

Pastoralism supports between 200 and 600 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.

Our purpose and beliefs »

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.

Our expertise »

Active in 38 countries

VSF International’s members support families and farmers’ organizations in 38 countries in Africa, the Americas and Asia, implementing altogether over 200 projects.

Where we work »

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

Latest news:

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...

VSF International at the WOAH General Session: Celebrating New Leadership and a Renewed Partnership

From May 26 to 30, 2024, VSF International had the honor of participating in the annual General Session of the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) held in Paris. Earlier this year, we renewed our partnership agreement with WOAH for an additional two years,...

One Health in Humanitarian Settings: Strengthening multi-sectoral readiness and response to infectious disease outbreaks at the community level

VSF International is excited to announce the launch of the Local Engagement and Response Network (LEARN) project, funded by USAID's Bureau for Humanitarian Assistance (BHA). This five-year initiative, running from October 2023 to June 2028, aims to enhance the...

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