We are delighted to welcome Worldwide Veterinary Service (WVS) as a new member of the National Equine Welfare Council.

Founded in 2003 by veterinary surgeon Luke Gamble, WVS is a registered charity dedicated to improving animal welfare worldwide. What began in a small village practice in Dorset - sending vital veterinary supplies to charities overseas - has grown into a global organisation working to ensure animals everywhere have access to essential veterinary care.

Collaboration sits at the heart of WVS’s work. The organisation supports animal welfare charities across the globe by providing critical veterinary supplies and equipment, deploying volunteer veterinary professionals to underserved communities, and delivering high-quality training to address gaps in veterinary knowledge and access.

WVS now operates International Training Centres around the world, providing free treatment to sick and injured animals, delivering outreach programmes, and training veterinary professionals and students. Their work is further strengthened by the WVS Academy, an online learning platform offering accessible resources to support best clinical practice in resource-limited settings.

Through initiatives such as the WVS Veterinary Taskforce, the organisation delivers hands-on veterinary care, surgical training, and promotes the One Health approach - recognising the vital connection between animal, human, and environmental health.

WVS is also at the forefront of emergency response, providing rapid support to animals and communities affected by disasters worldwide - demonstrating a clear commitment to animal welfare wherever it is needed.

By joining NEWC, Worldwide Veterinary Service strengthens our collective efforts to improve equine welfare and promote sustainable, high-quality veterinary care across the sector and beyond.

To learn more about Worldwide Veterinary Service and their work, visit: wvs.org.uk