Posted on 9th August 2024
Social licensing is a something everyone in the equestrian industry needs to take into consideration. How we care for our horses and how this is viewed by the wider public has reached elevated levels.
As more research into equine welfare emerges, we need to be open to accepting that just because something has always been done a certain way, that there might be a better way to care for our horses and prioritise their well-being.
We are delighted to be joined by Roly Owers MA MSc VetMB MRCVS at our upcoming ABRS+ annual conference, to talk about ‘The emerging world of social licensing and the impact on your business’.
Roly is a qualified veterinary surgeon and has been Chief Executive of the charity World Horse Welfare since 2008, so brings a knowledgeable, balanced and practical viewpoint valuable to all equestrian establishments.
Roly plays an active role in much of World Horse Welfare’s work supporting the horse-human relationship, and as a Director of the British Horse Council he regularly liaises on policy with Defra, the devolved administrations and Ministers. He also advises the International Equestrian Federation (FEI), the International Horse Sports Confederation (IHSC) and the British Horseracing Authority (BHA) on horse Welfare, as well as other national federations.
Roly said:
“A successful future for equestrian business needs the sector to maintain a strong social licence, which requires us to clearly show society how we protect equine welfare, operate sustainably and place equity, diversity and inclusion at the centre of how any equestrian business operates. The ABRS+ Conference provides a great platform to discuss these issues with your peers.”
The ABRS+ Conference, focussing on ‘Your Equestrian Business and The Future’ will take place at The Unicorn Trust Equestrian Centre, Gloucestershire on the 14th October. Open to both ABRS+ members and non-members this is an ideal opportunity to expand your knowledge, network and share ideas with fellow equestrian businesses and experts.
