Vétérinaires Sans Frontières - Dierenartsen Zonder Grenzen Belgium

✨ Looking back on 2024! ✨ In 2024, we pushed boundaries together to make animals, communities and ecosystems stronger. From resilient farmers to healthy animals, these highlights bring our mission to life. 🐾 Swipe through our 2024 highlights and discover what we have achieved together. 🙌 Thank you to all our supporters and partners for your invaluable support! 💖 We are counting on you for 2025!  ➡️ Read the full article on our website: https://shorturl.at/ra7Lm #VeterinariansWithoutBorders #TogetherStrong #Impact2024 #Sustainability 

🌍 We operate in 10 African countries, including Benin. We support vulnerable livestock farmers facing the challenges of climate change. In partnership with CERD Benin, we promote sustainable economic development via trainings and the distribution of livestock. More info about our activities in Benin 👉 https://lnkd.in/e9h9CHQg

From hunger to recovery: the power of goats in Burundi    🌍 In Burundi, the food security of 9 out of 10 people is at risk. Depleted land due to over-intensive farming leaves families uncertain about their next meal.    🤝 In collaboration with its local partner UCODE-AMR, Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Belgique wants to offer these vulnerable families a new beginning. To achieve this, we are focusing on a holistic solution: by distributing goats, we not only restore the fertility of the land, but also build a better future without hunger. Find out in this video how a small animal can make a world of difference. Find out more on 👉 www.vsf-belgium.org  

Meet Lotte Stikvoort, a final-year veterinary student at Utrecht University, who went to Rwanda with us to conduct research for her master’s thesis. Recently, she presented her findings to us at the office!    🐄 Lotte’s research focused on the prevalence of Bovine Tuberculosis in livestock near the Akagera national park in Rwanda. Bovine Tuberculosis is a zoonosis, meaning it can be transmitted between wildlife, livestock and humans.     🐮 Lotte’s study revealed that a few cattle were infected, probably through contact with wildlife from the park. These infected animals pose a risk not only for livestock, but for humans as well. Although there has been no research yet on the disease’s spread in wildlife, many livestock keepers reported seeing wild animals near their herds.    Thank you, Lotte, for your important work! Universiteit Utrecht Anthony Denayer

Dominic van Asseldonk conducted his thesis research with the support of VSF-B about pastoralist food culture in Karamoja (Uganda). Last November, he presented the results of his work at the '(Agro)pastoralism in Africa' conference in Senegal. About 170 researchers, NGO staff, pastoralists and others specialists in pastoralism came together to discuss the most pressing issues around the topic.     🐐 Among pastoralist communities in Karamoja, food insecurity remains a challenge, although the diet seems rich and diverse. To address this problem in a sustainable way, it is crucial to gain a deep understanding of foodways.      🍽️ Food plays a central role in the community, and sharing is an integral part of every meal. Beyond nourishment, food serves as a key element in conflict resolution, helping to strengthen relationships and unite communities. Therefore, before implementing any interventions to combat food insecurity, it is essential to consider the broader cultural and social significance of food and foodways. Sudden changes could lead to unintended negative consequences.    Our team supports Dominic's and other students’ research in the countries where we are active. Do you want to know more about working with VSF-B as a student? Go to our website:  https://lnkd.in/diqbhsG Anthony Denayer Wageningen University & Research

🚀Vacancy alert! 🚀 Do you want your work to make a difference? Vétérinaires Sans Frontières Belgium is looking for a Finance Officer to join our team in Brussels! The details: 💼 Full-time, open-ended contract 📍 Based in Brussels, with 2 days/week remote work 🗓 Start: as soon as possible 📅 Apply by 16 February 2025 Ideal profile: ✔️ 2–3 years of experience in finance or management ✔️ Strong knowledge of tools like Winbooks & Microsoft 365 ✔️ Fluent in French (essential!) ✔️ Team player, adaptable and eager to learn We’re a supportive, dynamic team dedicated to building a better future for animals, people, and the planet. Join us and turn your skills into meaningful impact. 🌱 Are you the one we’re looking for? Send your CV, a motivation letter and 3 references to hr@vsf-belgium.org with "Finance Officer" as the subject. Learn more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/dykfHXe #WeAreHiring #FinanceJobs #NonProfitWork #VSFBelgium #MakeADifference

👇Our partner about our project: The 'Renforcement de l'Economie Verte par les organisations de la société civile' (REV-OSC) project in Atacora, Benin.     The REV-OSC-project focuses on driving sustainable economic development in rural areas. Through revitalizing livestock farming/breeding, we promote environmentally friendly small-scale farming while empowering local entrepreneurs.      A key focus of the project is the adoption of green energy solutions, which support both production and processing activities. Additionally, we are introducing innovative agricultural techniques, such as improved cultivation methods and short-term composting, to enhance the integration of farming and livestock.     🤝 Together with CERD and other partners, we aim a green and more resilient economy in Benin!

It’s become a tradition over the last few years: we start the new year with a reception. Last week, we invited all colleagues, partners, donors and supporters to celebrate our 40th anniversary.  🎉 This year, our reception was all about photography, telling the story of our work through impactful images. We set up a fun photobooth, and two of the photographers we regularly work with shared their experiences working with us in DR Congo and Mauritania. 📷 Special thanks to Tim Dirven and KARAI (Thomas Cytrynowicz) for selecting and presenting their favorite shots from our missions. And our colleague Joke Daelemans for the perfect organisation! Thank you to everyone who joined us, let’s make this year unforgettable! 

La semaine prochaine, rejoignez-nous pour une session partage d'expérience sur les Agents de Proximité en Production et Santé Animale ("APPSA") à Madagascar. Découvrez comment les acteurs malgaches ont travaillé ensemble pour aboutir à l'élaboration d'un Référentiel National de Titre d'APPSA, qui définit les activités qui leur sont autorisées, le contenu de leur formation et les modalités de leur certification. Cela promet d'être inspirant! Le webinaire se tiendra en français. 🕑 Date: Mardi 28/01/25 à 14h CET Inscrivez-vous ici 👉 https://smurl.fr/ho3uj

Update Mauritania 🌍 Vétérinaires Sans Frontières is committed to humanitarian aid. 💙  Due to rising insecurity in Mali, many families have been forced to leave their homes. Thankfully, host villages in Mauritania’s Hodh El Gharbi region are providing them with refuge. 🙌 In December, we distributed food parcels to 100 dislocated families. This initiative is part of our collaboration with the ‘Service de Coopération et d'Action Culturelle’ of the French Embassy in Nouakchott. Together, we are supporting the efforts of the goverment and local communities to offer these families a safe and supportive environment.     ➡️Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/e_63f2GN     📷©Karai     #VSF #Veterinairessansfrontieres #humanitarian #Mauritania