Country

Scotland

Charity number

SC050312

Status

Active

Registered

July 22, 2020

Legal form

Unincorporated association

Address

Contact

Website

bveds.com

Activities

'It carries out activities or services itself'

'the promotion of equality and diversity'

The British Veterinary Ethnicity and Diversity Society (BVEDS) was founded in 2016 to address racial underrepresentation and inequality in the UK veterinary profession. Created by professionals, it provides a dedicated platform to support minority ethnic veterinarians and promote systemic change. Working alongside bodies such as the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons and the British Veterinary Association, BVEDS advocates for inclusive policies and greater representation. The society operates through a volunteer-led committee and offers mentorship programs linking students and early-career vets with experienced professionals. It delivers webinars and workshops on unconscious bias, leadership, and cultural competence, while creating safe spaces for discussion and peer support. BVEDS also engages in outreach to widen participation in veterinary education.

Objectives: a) To promote the veterinary professions to people of diverse racial, ethnic and economic backgrounds. b) To provide signposting, educational and policy guidance to veterinary organisations, allied professions and individuals wishing to address inequality in access to the veterinary professions. c) To create a collaborative network of individuals and organisations within the professions with a focus on equality and diversity and tackling discrimination. d) To support individuals dealing with discrimination.

Areas of operation

Main operating location

City of Edinburgh

Geographical spread

Scotland and other parts of the UK

Finances

Nearby

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