Unfortunately, Veterinary professionals are at risk for mental health problems. Veterinary professionals are twice as likely to experience serious psychological distress and one and a half times as likely as the general public to have experienced depression. One in six veterinary professionals considers suicide. That’s three times the US national average. That’s a statistic we just cannot abide any longer.
As an organization NOMV aims to not only provide online peer to peer support, but provide members of the profession with the education and tools they need to fight this battle. Afterall, none of us are alone in this struggle. We are ALL ONE
The Race Around the World is an annual fundraiser to support and raise awareness for NOMV. Participants sign up online and then track the kilometers they run, walk, bike, horseback ride, etc. throughout the month. Participants also raise money through their personal fundraising pages.
Below are the programs the funds raised here will support.
PEER SUPPORT NOMV offers online support via our Facebook forums (Not One More Vet, Not One More Vet Support Staff) and anonymously via Lifeboat. NOMV also offers in person support via local chapters. This program is continuously growing to expand into new areas.
STUDENT SUPPORT & MENTORSHIP A committee of student leaders and mentors are working to develop a program that supports students and new graduates.
RESOURCES NOMV offers financial support and resources to individuals and clinics in need via our Resource Committee.
ADVOCATES NOMV Advocates provide quarterly outreach in their local communities and prepare care packages for veterinary professionals experiencing a difficult time.
CLEAR BLUEPRINT Inspires a mentally healthy culture within the veterinary profession by energizing compassionate transformation of workplaces with actionable resources.
EDUCATION NOMV offers clinics and organizations access to mental health presentations. NOMV is also growing their educational content on the NOMV website.
