The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) is an intergovernmental organisation working across borders to improve the health of animals and therefore, human future. It focuses on transparently disseminating information on animal diseases, improving animal health globally and thus build a safer, healthier and more sustainable world.

The creation of the organisation stems from an International Agreement to fight infectious animal diseases in solidarity with 183 Members. Headquartered in Paris, WOAH  maintains permanent relations with over 70 international and regional organisations and has Regional and Sub-regional Offices worldwide. Together, WOAH and its Members coordinate the global response to animal health emergencies, the prevention of zoonotic diseases, the promotion of animal health and welfare, and better access to animal health care.