Our Vision Healthy wildlife, healthy planet
Our Purpose

To advance wildlife health for a healthier future for all.  

Our Values
Wildlife Health Matters

We champion wildlife health as vital to Australia's environment, economy, communities, and future. We support our partners and members in their endeavours in Australia and beyond.

Collaboration

We actively foster meaningful, lasting connections grounded in trust and mutual understanding.

Innovation

We respond and adapt to challenges by listening and learning, to co-create better outcomes to shape a healthier future.

Respect

We respect one another, our partners, and the wisdom of First Nations people, promoting a culture of inclusivity and cooperation.

Integrity

  We show our dedication, honesty and commitment in everything we do.  

  Our approach is thoughtful and well-considered.

How does WHA define 'wildlife', 'wildlife health' and 'One Health'?

For us, 'wildlife' includes:
managed and unmanaged populations of native and feral animals, including amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals. Invertebrates and free-living fish are also included but are considered of lower priority. 

'Wildlife health' means:
the physical, behavioural and social well-being of free-ranging animals at an individual, population and wider ecosystem level, and their resilience to change. 

'One Health' means:
an integrated, unifying approach that aims to sustainably balance and optimise the health of people, animals and ecosystems. Read the full One Health High Level Expert Panel (OHHLEP) definition that WHA draws on here.

Funding

Core funding is provided through a cost-shared agreement with the Australian Government Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry and all Australian state and territory governments. 

Significant in-kind funding and support is also provided by Australia's states and territories, zoo, university and other veterinary practices that see wildlife, as well as many other supporters and collaborators both within and outside of government. 

Corporate Documents
Position Statements
Membership

Corporate Documents

Position Statements

Membership

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