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Wildlife Health Australia
Wildlife Health Australia promotes wildlife health through collaboration, surveillance, and education, linking wildlife, agriculture, and human health.
Wildlife Health Australia (WHA) is an independent coordinating body focused on enhancing wildlife health across Australia. It plays a crucial role in addressing emerging health issues affecting wildlife through leadership and collaboration with a diverse range of stakeholders. WHA actively fosters partnerships with governmental, non-governmental organizations, researchers, and the community to promote the health of wildlife, which is intrinsically linked to the health of human populations, domestic animals, and the environment.
Key Offerings
| Offering | Description |
|---|---|
| Surveillance | WHA prioritizes the monitoring of wildlife health, identifying emerging diseases, and assessing risks to wildlife. |
| Biosecurity & Management | The organization develops guidelines and best practices for wildlife biosecurity and health management. |
| Publications | WHA produces reports, fact sheets, and educational materials to inform stakeholders about wildlife health issues. |
| Incident Reporting | Provides mechanisms for reporting wildlife health incidents to facilitate timely responses and management. |
| Community Engagement | WHA works to link and inform individuals and organizations interested in wildlife health through communication and support. |
| Support for Indigenous Knowledge | Acknowledges and incorporates insights from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in managing wildlife health. |
| Collaboration with Global Partners | Engages with international bodies to address wildlife health challenges and share knowledge across borders. |
| Funding Initiatives | Welcomes donations and funding from government to support its programs and initiatives for wildlife health. |
| Diversity and Inclusion Commitment | Celebrates diversity and inclusivity, welcoming members of the LGBTQIA+ communities and promoting respect for people of all backgrounds. |
| Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) | Implements initiatives to support reconciliation efforts with Indigenous communities in relation to wildlife health. |
Wildlife Health Australia recognizes the importance of collaboration in achieving its goals and is committed to the health of Australian wildlife as well as enhancing broader ecosystem health. The organization honors the Traditional Custodians of Australia’s lands and waters and respects the cultural significance of wildlife to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
For further information or support, the organization encourages visitors to connect through their resource center and community engagement initiatives.
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