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Call for candidates for BEVA Council Elections 2021

News Council Updates BEVA News
13 May 2021 BEVA

Nominations are being invited from Ordinary and Concessionary BEVA members to stand for BEVA council in this year’s election.

BEVA Council members oversee the direction and strategy of the Association and work together to promote and lead the equine veterinary community by representing the industry, advising on domestic and European issues and tackling a wide range of topical veterinary and welfare topics. 

Standing for BEVA Council gives you a unique opportunity to work, debate, socialise with a diverse cross-section of our profession and make a difference on the things that matter to you

“You will have the opportunity to influence, change, and advance the equine veterinary profession. It is also a fantastic opportunity to meet and work with a diverse group of people who are passionate about equine veterinary medicine.” Fran James, BEVA Trustee. 

Elected council members are assigned to one or more portfolios and may also be asked to serve on sub-committees and represent BEVA on outside bodies within their areas of expertise. They work across several projects and campaigns that aim to help improve the working lives of equine vets and champion horse health and welfare. 

“I would urge anyone that is serious about trying to make change in the equine veterinary profession or the future of the profession to consider getting involved.” Dave Rendle, BEVA Junior Vice President. 

This year there are between 4-5 vacancies on BEVA Council and one on BEVA’s Board of Management. In order to stand, candidates will need to complete a nomination form along with a short personal statement. Each candidate who stands must be nominated by two BEVA members. 

Nominations for BEVA Council opened online on Wednesday 12 May 2021 and close at 12pm on Wednesday 14th July 2021. Following the nomination period, the election period will start on the 3 August 2021 and close on the 31 August 2020. Eligible BEVA members will be invited to vote via our website. 

We’d encourage prospective candidates to contact us for an informal discussion and for further information about being on BEVA Council. Please direct all enquiries to Fiona Cunnington in the first instance.

Listen below as current BEVA President Elect Huw Griffiths tells us why he would recommend putting yourself forward.