THRIVE News

In its comprehensive submission to the South Australian Parliamentary Inquiry into the Mental Health and Wellbeing of Veterinarians, the AVA has highlighted the urgent need for systemic change and government support.

Taking place on Monday 12 May at the ICC Sydney, the THRIVE Veterinary Wellness Symposium empowers all members of the veterinary team with practical tools, fresh perspectives, and actionable strategies to foster a culture of wellbeing across their workplaces.

Our third THRIVE Wellness Symposium will empower you to build a well workplace, one that cares for the whole team’s wellbeing. We've listened to delegate feedback, and this event will be better than ever! We've made key improvements to the program, panels, and more to ensure this is our best symposium yet.

The Australian Veterinary Association (AVA) is delighted to announce an exciting opportunity for veterinary professionals to join the THRIVE Cultivating Safe Teams (CST) pilot program by participating in its Train-the-Trainer facilitator training.

The Christmas holidays can often be a welcome break from the rigours of everyday life. However, for some people, the festive period can be overwhelming and induce feelings of stress and anxiety. But, by being realistic, planning ahead and seeking support you can alleviate the stress and anxiety from wearing you down and turning what could be a joyful time into a difficult one.

A large number of stakeholders celebrated a significant milestone this week —the delivery of tailored, in-workplace psychological health and safety awareness training to 50 veterinary workplaces across Australia.

Participants in the AVA’s THRIVE Cultivating Safe Teams pilot program share some insights from the program as World Mental Health Day provides a timely reminder to reflect on our mental health and wellbeing.

How can we overcome the emotional barrier and create a culture where asking for help is not only acceptable but encouraged? It starts with recognising that everyone, even specialists and leaders, sometimes need help.

Regular, meaningful conversations play a crucial role in maintaining healthy relationships. Use these 4 steps to help you check in with the people close to you and register for a free webinar on how to create a culture of help-seeking and help-offering.

This week we are highlighting resources to help promote team strengths and capabilities. Download a practical guide to managing incivility in veterinary practice, developed by the University of Aberdeen and industry experts.