Updated 4 June:  Thank you to everyone who submitted an application. We had a fantastic response and all applicants have now been contacted with the outcome.

We are very keen to support people working in parts of the world where animal-assisted services are just developing, as well as young/early career researchers, to have this wonderful conference experience.

We have 3 conference scholarships to award, which cover the registration fee plus 300 euros towards travel and accommodation costs.

Successful applicants are asked to send us a letter of motivation. which must include:

• Your name
• Your place of work/study and description
• Why you would like to attend the conference
• How you would share the insights of the conference with people in your region/community

After you have attended the conference, we require you to send a short write-up of your experience that we may publish on our materials.

Applications should be sent to the IAHAIO Director 

Closing date for applications: 16 May 2025