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GARC’s August Featured Platform User: Lilongwe SPCA, Malawi
This month’s featured GARC Data Platform user is Lilongwe Society for the Protection and Care of Animals (LSPCA). As a non-profit organisation based in Lilongwe, they are dedicated to veterinary care and animal welfare. To teach the community compassion for animals in Malawi, they work with the government and other partners to drive public awareness campaigns, humane education, veterinary support, and promote the enforcement of the Animal Protection Act.
August Excellence in Action: ASAL eXtension, Kenya
In August 2024, GARC recognized its first Rabies Centers of Excellence (RCE), and since then many more organizations have joined our community of dedicated rabies champions. RCEs approach rabies elimination in their community with a keen awareness of local challenges. As part of our Communities Against Rabies initiative, we want to showcase the incredible work that they do.
Kerenza Chats with Champions: The Dziko Project in Sri Lanka
As part of GARC’s Chats with Champions series, this article highlights the inspiring work of The Dziko Project in southern Sri Lanka. Founded by expat volunteers and named after a beach dog in Malawi, they focus on sterilisation, rabies vaccination, and community education. With support from GARC, they aim to expand their impact and empower more communities to protect both people and animals.
GARC has a new Chief Executive Officer
We are excited to announce that Dr Andre Coetzer, previously GARC’s Technical Director, has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer for GARC from July 2025.
GARC’s July Featured Platform User: Department of Livestock Development, Zanzibar
This month’s featured GARC Data Platform user is the Department of Livestock Development (DLD), Zanzibar. The DLD falls under the Ministry of Agriculture, Irrigation, Natural Resources, and Livestock. They play a pivotal role in advancing the livestock sector through disease prevention and control.
Kerenza Chats with Champions – Special Edition: A Conversation with Amici Cannis, Ecuador
Welcome to South America’s First Rabies Center of Excellence! In this special edition of Kerenza Chats with Champions, Alex Rothlisberger, Executive Director at Amici Cannis, discusses South America’s first Rabies Center of Excellence (RCE)!
Behind the Bark: Understanding Dog Behavior!
GARC is hosting a series of webinars in July! Behind the Bark: Understanding Dog Behavior is designed for community workers, educators, and animal care professionals and anyone who wants to learn about dog behavior across Asia and Africa. In 60 to 90 minutes, the three webinars will explore how recognizing and respecting dog communication can prevent bites, reduce fear, and ultimately save lives.
Celebrate Heroes. Inspire Action. Nominate Today!
Nominate a rabies hero for the 10th annual World Rabies Day Awards to help spotlight local champions making a global difference. With support from Boehringer Ingelheim, this is your chance to celebrate those working towards rabies elimination within their communities.
Excellence in Action: Highlighting Rabies Centers of Excellence
In August 2024, GARC recognized its first Rabies Centers of Excellence (RCE), and since then many more organizations have joined our community of dedicated individuals working towards eliminating rabies globally. RCEs approach rabies elimination in their community with a keen awareness of local challenges. As part of our Communities against Rabies initiative, we want to showcase the incredible work that they do.