Thrive News

R U OK? Day 2024: A THRIVE webinar for the entire veterinary team

Everyone is invited to join the THRIVE R U OK? Day webinar on Thursday 12 September, which will explore how to create a culture of help-seeking and help-offering.

Health checks at AVA Conference_2

The data is in! It seems conferences are good for our health, with only 1.4% of AVA Conference delegates reporting high stress levels. More seriously, this overview of health screening from the event reinforces the need for regular health checks.

AVA receives additional funding to improve the mental health and wellbeing of Australian veterinarians

The AVA has been awarded a second grant from the Zoetis Foundation to help deliver the THRIVE Cultivating Safe Teams psychological health and safety pilot program to veterinary clinics nationwide.

2024 THRIVE Veterinary Wellness Symposium wrap up

The 2nd THRIVE Veterinary Wellness Symposium aimed to empower us to improve wellbeing and foster positive change in our workplaces – it did not disappoint!

Cultivating Safe Teams program update

The AVA’s psychological health and safety awareness pilot program continues to roll out to veterinary teams across Australia in 2024, with clinics in Western Australia and Queensland joining the list of workplaces to receive this important training.