The 57th International Conference of Horseracing Authorities is upon us, and this year it’s safeguarding equine welfare in addition to the racing industry’s response from around the world.
Looking at exploring shifts in societal expectations, this 57th Conference will take place on 2nd October at Saint-Cloud Racecourse, organized by the International Federation of Horseracing Authorities.
In examining immediate concerns and forward-looking initiatives to protect and promote equine welfare, it also safeguards equine welfare and as well as the racing industry’s response around the world.
“The wellbeing of the equine athlete must always be at the forefront of our decisions,” said IFHA Chair Winfried Engelbrecht-Bresges, who will deliver the Conference’s opening and closing remarks.
“I look forward to sharing with members and key stakeholders in which industry standards and practices are continuously enhanced, particularly through scientific advances in existing safeguards.”
“The importance of our sport embracing a more active role in public discourse on the issues ensuring that our sport remains fully engaged and integral part of our communities cannot be understated.”
Professor Natalie Waran, Chair Independent Commission for Equine Ethics and Wellbeing will deliver the opening address for the International Federation for Equestrian Sports.
She will be highlight key strategies for equine sport to proactively respond to changing societal expectations and ways the sport can continue to support its equine athletes.
Following her keynote, a panel will bring together senior racing administrators to share their approaches and strategies to shape the narratives surrounding equine welfare and racing.
In following, the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority in America Chair, Charles Scheeler will speak on the Anti-Doping and Medication Control program on racing and future developments.
The following session will focus on protecting the sport’s equine athletes, with leaders from racing administration and veterinary science to share their perspectives and insights on this topic.
Following that discussion, the final session of the Conference will focus on effective public engagement and response, particularly in relation to the issue of equine welfare.
Beginning with a presentation from Nevin Truesdale, CEO, The Jockey Club, he share’s insights of his organization’s perspective and experiences on resolution and communication management.
Joined by Robert Green of Pierrepont Consulting and Analytics LLC, they share on how racing can leverage data-based insights to develop more proactive policies.
Additionally, as part of the day’s events, the Japan Racing Association will showcase the 40th Asian Racing Conference, which will be held in Sapporo, Japan in August-September 2024.
A live video stream of the International Conference of Horseracing Authorities is available on the IFHA’s website, and live video stream and presentations will be available in the days following the event.
Today the international Federation of Horseracing Authorities is the global leader for the international sport of Thoroughbred racing, seeking to promote all facets of the worldwide sport.
It protects the welfare of the equine and human athlete; and protect and grow its global social and economic significance for current and future generations.
