We are committed to making the EVIW 2024 meeting as inclusive as possible. This is reflected from the outset in the theme of the conference which is ‘working together’, across continents, across specialties, across infectious agents and across species. The whole ethos of One Health is that of partnership and our programme is designed to foster inter- and multi-disciplinary engagement and collaboration at all levels.

The following specific actions have been taken to maximise participation at EVIW 2024.

1. The conference theme of ‘working together’ signifies the importance of inclusion spanning geography, scientific specialties and species.
2. The scientific programme has been designed to foster interaction and collaboration between diverse scientific participants and policy makers.
3. Keynote speakers have been invited from a range of continents and covering a diverse range of topics.
4. Gender balance has been considered at every stage of the program implementation.
5. Conference location, accommodation facilities and modes of transport have been chosen to be accessible for all.
6. The LOC will keep summary tables showing a breakdown of the gender and nationality of invited plenary speakers, accepted submitted speakers and other delegates to inform the organisers of future conferences by EVIG group members.