Call for Nominations: World Rabies Day Awards
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Whether you are working at a veterinary clinic offering free vaccinations, as an educator teaching kids how to stay safe, or a dedicated volunteer feeding and caring for street dogs while advocating against culling, your story matters. The World Rabies Day Awards is your chance to share your story with the global community working tirelessly to eliminate rabies!
For the first time in its 19-year history, WRD’s theme does not include the word "rabies", showing how well-established this movement has become. Whether you are an individual, part of an organization, or a decision-maker, the time to act is today.
This year, 2025, marks an incredible milestone for the World Rabies Day Awards: 10 years of celebrating rabies champions around the world! These awards continue to honor the unsung heroes in their global fight against rabies.
Categories
- The World Rabies Day awards recognize individuals, and veterinary clinics that have made significant contributions to rabies prevention and elimination. Nominate yourself or someone else for one of their four award categories:
- Veterinary Clinic Award
- Education Champion
- Vaccination Champion
- Animal Welfare Champion
Themes
- You – Take action in your personal life: vaccinate your dog, educate yourself about how to prevent rabies and Pre- and Post-Exposure Prophylaxis, or advocate for better policies.
- Me – Lead by example: inspire others, train professionals, or support rabies elimination efforts in your community.
- Community – Work together: organize vaccination campaigns, educate learners and their families, and push for stronger rabies elimination programs.
Award Information
- Awardees will receive:
- USD1,500 to help continue their excellent work.
- In-kind support from GARC, valued at USD1,500.
- A plaque and certificate recognizing their efforts.
How Can You Act Now?
- Host an event – Organize a rabies awareness campaign, a school workshop, or a local vaccination drive.
- Nominate a rabies hero – Submit a nomination for the World Rabies Day Awards to celebrate individuals already making a difference.
- Learn and share – Take one of GARC’s free online courses and spread awareness in your network.
- Raise your voice – Share messages on social media, talk to local leaders, or host a discussion in your community.
