The BVA Awards

We’re celebrating outstanding vets and veterinary teams from across the profession who are making a real difference to people, animals and the planet.

Award nominations will re-open later this year and we want to hear about talented colleagues who are: going above and beyond for their patients and clients; pushing the boundaries of veterinary science; supporting wellbeing and positive workplace culture; delivering inspirational leadership and mentoring; and driving positive change across sustainability.

You can read more about the individual award criteria via the links below.

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Our Awards

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BVA Young Vet of the Year

The BVA Young Vet of the Year Award highlights the outstanding work of young vets who are making a significant contribution whether in their workplace or the wider veterinary community. It aims to share and celebrate an exceptional young vet who leads, inspires, and goes above and beyond what is expected of them early on in their career.

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BVA Wellbeing Awards 

We want to celebrate veterinary workplaces that support and enhance the wellbeing of its team. The BVA Wellbeing Awards recognises veterinary workplaces that go above and beyond to support the staff wellbeing as highlighted in the Good Veterinary Workplaces Voluntary Code.

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BVA Outstanding Service Award

The BVA Outstanding Service Award recognises an individual who has provided exceptional service to the veterinary profession or animal welfare, earning international or inter-professional recognition. They are well-known for leading important projects or contributing to key initiatives that have made a meaningful impact.

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BVA Advancement of Veterinary Science Award

The BVA Advancement of Veterinary Science Award (Dalrymple-Champneys Cup and Medal) recognises a BVA member who has advanced veterinary science and medicine through research and knowledge sharing. They have authored work or undertaken activities that spread knowledge and improved understanding in their field.

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BVA Animal Health and Welfare Overseas Award (J. Trevor Blackburn Award)

BVA Animal Health and Welfare Overseas Award (J. Trevor Blackburn Award) recognises a BVA member who has worked to improve animal health and welfare overseas. They have contributed to sustainable development and made a meaningful impact on animal health and welfare in low and middle income countries.

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BVA Veterinary Mentor Award

The BVA Veterinary Mentor Award recognises an inspirational mentor who has gone above and beyond to support and guide others within the veterinary professions. They have consistently shared knowledge and experience to increase confidence and skills in others and through their commitment, they have made a positive impact on both individuals and the profession.

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BVA One Health and Sustainability Award

The BVA One Health and Sustainability Award is awarded in memory of BVA Past President Dr. Simon Doherty, a champion of sustainability and One Health, this award celebrates veterinary-led initiatives that have driven increased awareness and action on these key issues. Successful projects will demonstrate a tangible impact using One Health principles.

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BVA Veterinary Leader Award 

The BVA Veterinary Leader Award recognises a veterinary leader who has demonstrated inspirational, impactful leadership within their team and across the profession. Whether in their workplace or representing the profession more broadly, they have driven positive change, fostered innovation, and made a lasting difference to colleagues, the profession, and animal welfare.

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Vet Record Impact Award

The Vet Record Impact Award recognises the research paper published in Vet Record over the past 12 months that is considered likely to have the most significant impact on clinical practice. You can learn more about our previous winners here.