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Message from Congress President
1st Asian Veterinary Nursing Conference 2026

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Miss Chong Su Via

Congress President &
                     MAVNA President

Dear Colleagues and Friends,

On behalf of the Organising Committee of the 1st Asian Veterinary Nursing Conference (AVNC 2026), it is our honour to extend this formal invitation to you to attend our inaugural conference, which will take place in Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, from 29th to 31st March 2026.

The AVNC has been established as a dedicated platform to advance and elevate the veterinary nursing profession across Asia. This landmark event brings together veterinary nurses, technicians, assistants, educators, and industry partners to promote knowledge exchange, strengthen professional standards, and foster meaningful regional collaboration. As this is our very first conference, we are committed to delivering a purposeful and impactful programme that supports the long-term growth and recognition of the veterinary nursing profession throughout the region.

Guided by the theme “Empowering Veterinary Nurses: Elevating Animal Care through Collaboration, Compassion and Competence”, AVNC 2026 aims to inspire professional development, showcase innovation in clinical practice, and build enduring partnerships among Asian countries.

 

The conference will feature a comprehensive line-up of lectures, workshops, poster presentations, and networking opportunities, led by experienced veterinary professionals from across the region and beyond. We anticipate strong participation from veterinary nurses, students, industry representatives, and members of various veterinary associations throughout Asia.

Your presence at AVNC 2026 will play a meaningful role in enriching discussions, broadening perspectives, and strengthening the collective efforts of the Asian veterinary nursing community. We believe your involvement will contribute greatly to fostering a collaborative and forward-looking environment for all participants.

We look forward to warmly welcoming you to Kuala Lumpur, a vibrant and multicultural city, as we gather for this significant milestone in advancing veterinary nursing in Asia.

Yours sincerely,
Ms Chong Su Via
Congress President of Asian Veterinary Nursing Conference (AVNC 2026)
President of Malaysian Association of Veterinary Nursing and Assistants (MAVNA)

About the Organizing Committee

Behind the 1st Asian Veterinary Nursing Conference (AVNC 2026) is a dedicated team of passionate professionals from the Malaysian Association of Veterinary Nurses and Assistants (MAVNA) and our esteemed partners from different part of Asian countries. United by a shared vision to elevate the standards of veterinary nursing across Asia, our committee brings together individuals with diverse expertise in clinical practice, education, event coordination, and international collaboration.


Together, we are committed to creating a meaningful and inspiring conference experience that celebrates excellence, fosters professional growth, and strengthens the global veterinary nursing community.

Meet the Team Behind AVNC 2026

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Ms Chong Su Via

CPVN (Anesthesia)

President of MAVNA Malaysia

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Ms Susanna Taylor

RVN, VTS (Anesthesia)

Hong Kong

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Assoc. Prof. Nobuyoshi Murao

Ph.D, M.S, VNCA(Japan)
Certified Veterinary Nurse
(Australia & Japan)

Japan

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Mr. James Low

MS, CVT, RLATG, CMAR, ILAM

President of SVNTC

Singapore

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Dr Mik O’Leary

BVSc, Dip VET, Dip TDD

Education and International Operations
Supervisor, AIRC Australia

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Mr Leo H. Gonzaga

BSc.Veterinary Technology(Philippines),
Elite-FFCP, CIPL, SRMP

President of PVTNA

Philippines

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Ms SooYeon Kim

MSc

President of Korea Veterinary
Nurses Association (KVNA)

South Korea

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Ms Wijayati Andadari

Chaiman of Indonesia Veterinary Paramedic Association (IVPA/PAVETI)

Indonesia

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Veterinary Technology Association of Thailand

University of Kasersart,
Thailand

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