The 2025 British Veterinary Association (BVA) Wellbeing Awards, which celebrates workplaces that prioritise the wellbeing of employees, are now open for nominations.
Supported by ManyPets, the BVA awards recognise veterinary workplaces that have embraced the ethos of BVA’s Good Veterinary Workplaces initiative.
This involves inclusive workplaces with positive cultures where staff feel valued, empowered, rewarded, and where health and wellbeing are prioritised.
Vet teams are invited to nominate their workplaces for the awards, detailing the ways in which the team’s wellbeing has been supported.
Entrants for the award must show:
- A positive workplace culture where mental and physical wellbeing is prioritised, and workplace stress is proactively managed.
- Good communication between the team ensuring all staff members are heard and valued.
- Clear processes in place for making suggestions and enabling change.
- Flexible working is supported, and regular breaks encouraged.
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The BVA’s junior vice president, and awards judge, Rob Williams said: “Work is such a big part of our lives so being able to express yourself, feel supported and be happy while doing your job is so important.
“It’s not just vital for individuals, happy, healthy workplaces retain their talent, deliver client and animal-focused services, and help build sustainable businesses.”
“The BVA Wellbeing Awards celebrate those workplaces who work consistently to care for their teams. It’s time to shine a light on them,” Williams added.
The association has encouraged that nominations are a “team effort”, so everyone in the team has the opportunity to share their views and experiences.
Photos showcasing team culture, demonstrating initiatives to aid staff wellbeing or moments of positivity are required and creativity in the submission is also encouraged.
The veterinary engagement manager at ManyPets, Dr. Kristen Ronngren said: “ManyPets is delighted to be a part of this year’s BVA Wellbeing Awards.
“Over the last year, we’ve made big improvements to how we do things, and supporting veterinary teams has been a priority.
“We believe in the power of positivity, growth, and intentional leadership in practice, and we’re looking forward to recognising that among our colleagues over the coming months,” Ronngren added.
