Meet the BEAR 2026 Partners
We are proud to present our valued partners supporting our congress!
A partner is a company or organization that contributes to our event in meaningful ways: whether by providing prizes for participants, offering discounts, sponsoring a student, or assisting us with resources. A partner actively engages with our community and helps make the event a richer experience for everyone involved.
From veterinary medicine to wildlife conservation and exotic animal care, our partners share our passion for advancing the world of exotic veterinary science. We are deeply grateful for their trust and commitment, and we look forward to building strong, meaningful connections with each of them.
Laurent Explore 🧭
https://www.laurentexplore.fr/
Instagram: @laurent_explore
Laurent is a survival expert with over 25 years of experience exploring extreme environments, from the Sahara Desert to the Amazon rainforest.
Deeply committed to wildlife conservation, he collaborates with Wildlife Angel and leads survival trainings and expeditions reconnecting people with nature.
He generously supported us by offering an exceptional trip as a prize for our BEAR Instagram contest, an unforgettable experience perfectly aligned with the spirit of exploration and wildlife that defines our congress.
Wildlife Angel 🦁
https://www.wildlifeangel.org/
Instagram: @wildlifeangel_officiel
Fundraiser: https://fr.ulule.com/un-toit-pour-proteger-la-faune-sauvage-1/
Wildlife Angel is a conservation NGO committed to protecting African wildlife by training dedicated rangers and strengthening on-field conservation efforts. Their work is driven by strong values of biodiversity protection and community engagement.
They support the spirit of BEAR 2026 through their conservation commitment, and we encourage our community to join their fundraising campaign to help them continue protecting wildlife.
Southern Thailand Elephant Foundation 🐘
https://southernthailandelephants.org/
Instagram : @southern_thiland_elephantsuk
STEF is a charity dedicated to elephant health and welfare in Thailand, providing free veterinary care through their hospital and mobile clinics.
For the BEAR 2026, they generously offered a one-week internship as a tombola prize, a unique opportunity to work hands-on with elephants and learn about their care.
Volunteer World 🌍
Volunteer World connects people with ethical international volunteer projects, from wildlife conservation to community programs, making it easy to find and join meaningful experiences worldwide.
For the BEAR 2026, they generously offered 6 vouchers of €100 for all participants in our clinical case competition, supporting future global volunteering adventures.
Happythreads 👕
https://www.happythreads.ie/
Instagram: @happythreads_scrubs
Happythreads creates comfortable and stylish scrubs designed for healthcare and veterinary professionals, combining quality, durability, and fun designs.
For the BEAR 2026, they generously supported us with a special promo code WESA15 (10% off, valid March 10–31) for the WESA community, and provided prizes for the clinical case competition: a full set for the first-place winner and tops for the 2nd and 3rd place winners.
Archaeopteryx 🐦
Archaeopteryx is a veterinary association dedicated to birds and exotic animals, based at Utrecht University. For over 30 years, they have promoted knowledge and awareness about exotic species, offering workshops, lectures, internships, and networking opportunities for students, veterinarians, and enthusiasts alike.
For the BEAR 2026, Archaeopteryx generously helped us connect with veterinary speakers and has been a valued collaborator with WESA for over a year, supporting our mission to advance exotic animal care and education.
Natuwa 🦜
Natuwa is a wildlife rescue center and sanctuary in Costa Rica, dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and providing shelter for animals affected by human activities such as deforestation, hunting, and urban development. They give animals a second chance to recover and, when possible, return to the wild.
For the BEAR 2026, Natuwa contributed two students who will host a roundtable discussion during the congress, sharing their hands-on experience in wildlife rehabilitation and conservation.
WAVMA (World Aquatic Veterinary Medical Association) 🌊
WAVMA is a professional association supporting the field of aquatic veterinary medicine worldwide. Their mission is to enhance aquatic animal health and welfare, public health, and seafood safety, while fostering collaboration among aquatic veterinary practitioners and advancing the science and ethics of the discipline.
For the BEAR 2026, WAVMA generously funded the travel and ticket for one of their student members and supported the attendance of Dr. Laura Urdes, helping bring expertise in aquatic veterinary medicine to our congress.
BIC ✏️
https://fr.bic.com/
Instagram : @bic_group
BIC is a global leader in writing and creative products, known for their quality pens, pencils, and art supplies that inspire creativity and everyday use.
For the BEAR 2026, BIC generously provided a 4-color pen for every participant at the event and a set of colored pencils for the 6 winners of our clinical case contest, adding a touch of creativity and practicality to the congress.
Women in Wildlife 🦉
Women in Wildlife is a platform dedicated to connecting and amplifying women and gender-diverse professionals in the wildlife industry. They provide a supportive network, highlight inspiring careers, and help create opportunities for growth in a challenging but rewarding field.
For the BEAR 2026, Women in Wildlife generously shared and promoted our event on their Instagram, helping us reach a wider audience.
Wilde Tracks 🌍
https://wildetracks.com/
Instagram : @wildetracks
Wilde Tracks is a UK and UAE based organization promoting conservation through eco-tourism, offering hands-on veterinary experiences across South Africa, Malawi, Namibia, and Tanzania. Their mission combines wildlife protection, sustainable travel, and immersive field internships for veterinary and conservation students.
For the BEAR 2026, Wilde Tracks is offering a $100 discount to all participants.
To receive the code, participants must follow @wildetracks on Instagram, send them a DM mentioning you attended BEAR, including your official university email address.