INTRODUCTION
The Kenya Veterinary Association (KVA) in collaboration with the Zoonotic Disease Unit (ZDU) and the Washington State University (WSU) will hold the World Rabies Conference, World Rabies Day (WRD) celebrations and the Veterinary of the Year (VOYA) award ceremony at Acacia Premier Hotel, Kisumu County, Kenya as from 26th to 29th September, 2017. The theme of the events will be ‘’Rabies: Zero by 30″. View the invitation letter
EXPECTECTED DELEGATES AT THE CONFERENCE
The conference targets about 500 delegates comprising of National Government, County Government, Veterinary Practitioners, Academia, Media, international delegates, Development Partners, Civil Society Organizations etc .
IMPORTANT DATES
- Tue 26th September, 2017 – Arrival of delegates
- Wed 27th September, 2017 – Rabies scientific conference, exhibitions and VOYA awards in the evening
- Thu 28th September, 2017 – Field Day (vaccination against rabies) and exhibitions
- Fri 29th September, 2017 – Departure of delegates
The conference programme will include oral paper and poster presentations and enlightening discussions and talks relating to all aspects of, “Rabies: Zero by 30”.
Click here to view the event posterClick here to register online Click here to nominate a vet
Please direct any queries to wrd.conference@kenyavetassociation.com
REGISTRATION
Delegate fees are as follows:
| Categories | Upto 22nd September 2017 | After 22nd September 2017 |
| KVA & KMA Members | Kshs 5000 | Kshs 6000 |
| Non-Members | Kshs 6000 | Kshs 7000 |
| Vet paraprofessionals | Kshs 4000 | Kshs 6000 |
| Students | Kshs 4000 | Kshs 6000 |
* Note: A student is defined as a holder of a student identification card from a recognised tertiary or secondary educational institution or international student card. Students must be studying full time to qualify for the discounted rate. Please note: A copy of your student identification card must be emailed to the Conference Organizers. Without this copy, the full registration fee will be charged.
** Conference fees includes: the conference program, abstract book and proceedings and daily refreshments.
MODES OF PAYMENT
1. Direct bank deposit
- Name of Bank: BARCLAYS BANK OF KENYA
- Branch: WESTLANDS
- Account Name: KENYA VETERINARY ASSOCIATION
- Account number: 0731 359 571
- Scan and send the deposit slip to info@kenyavetassociation.com or present physically at venue
2. LIPA NA MPESA:
- Pay bill: 303030
- Account number: 0731 359 571
- Then send the message received to +254 727 680 022 or info@kenyavetassociation.com
Registration process
There are two ways to register:
- Complete our online registration form Register online now.
- Pay and register on-site during the first day of the conference.
Please send any queries regarding conference registration to; wrd.conference@kenyavetassociation.com
Delegates are responsible for their own accommodation arrangements.
Please direct any queries to wrd.conference@kenyavetassociation.com
The generous support of our partners and stakeholders has greatly assisted to widen participation in the event and is greatly appreciated. The main partners for this event are the Zoonotic Disease Unit, and the Washington State University.
The Conference will provide the perfect forum for companies actively involved in the veterinary and relevant sectors to promote their products and services. There are many attractive sponsorship and advertising opportunities available to increase your company’s brand to your key target markets ranging from small to high-level packages. Packages can also be individually tailored to suit your requirements.
To discuss sponsorship opportunities please drop us as an email at: wrd.conference@kenyavetassociation.com
- Nomination form for the vet of year awards can be accessed at: https://www.kenyavetassociation.com/veterinarian-of-the-year-award-voya-2017/