Watch here: Join Vets for Climate Action for our November Masterclass, Practice Ready: Building Practice Resilience in a Changing Climate.

As the severity and frequency of disasters like bushfires and floods escalate across Australia, both animals and communities bear the brunt of these events. Veterinary practices play a critical role in navigating these challenges, making it essential to have a comprehensive disaster plan that ensures readiness, effective response, and seamless recovery.

We hear from Erica Honey to learn about:

-Reframing your approach to emergency preparedness

-A solid understanding of disaster planning tailored for veterinary practices

-Networking opportunities to build connections within the veterinary community

-Strategies to enhance resilience and sustainability in the face of climate change

-Strategies that not only enhance your practice's resilience but also foster a connected and sustainable veterinary community.

About the presenter: Erica Honey is on a mission to build a resilient and sustainable veterinary community by growing veterinary leadership, reconstructing culture, and preparing veterinary teams for emergencies and disasters. Erica has master's degrees in; Emergency Management, Human Resources, and Business Administration. Erica also has qualifications in veterinary nursing, biomedical science, policy and development. Her research has assessed animal emergency planning globally to assist WA’s State arrangements in Western Australia and veterinary disaster management in Australia. Her knowledge and experience in the veterinary industry, and emergency services, give Erica a deep understanding of resilience and sustainability from a one health-one welfare perspective.