There are 4 BVNA awards selected for this year! Nominations will open on 1 June and close on 31 July. The 4 awards are;​​​​


VNJ Writer of the Year 2022

This award is for articles which have encouraged discussions, driven positive change, or improved clinical standards in practice. Whose article has inspired you?

Articles to have been published in VNJ between August 2021 and July 2022.

Open to member and non-members.

Nominate here.


#SupportMeSupportYou Award 2022

Is there a veterinary nurse who has paved the way for promoting mental health support and equality within the profession? Nominate them for the #SupportMeSupportYou Award! Work colleagues, family and friends can nominate if they are inspired by the nurse’s dedication to the profession.

Open to member and non-members.

Nominate here.


The ‘Jean Turner’ Veterinary Nurse Ambassador Award 2022

Do you know a veterinary nurse that has been a positive role model and advocate for the veterinary nursing profession? Work colleagues, family and friends can nominate if they are inspired by the nurse’s dedication to the profession.

Jean Turner was a dedicated and passionate veterinary nurse and a BVNA Council Member for many years. Jean was not only a fantastic role model, but also a true ambassador of the veterinary nursing profession, so naturally we felt that the BVNA Ambassador Award should be named after her as a fitting tribute to her legacy.

Open to member and non-members.

Nominate here.


The International Cat Care and BVNA Above and Beyond for Feline Welfare Award

This award will be presented to a veterinary nurse who has gone the extra mile to improve and maintain feline wellbeing, be that in a clinical or non-clinical environment.

Work colleagues, family and friends can nominate if they are inspired by the nurse’s dedication to the profession.

Open to member and non-members.

Nominate here.