Welcome Message from the President of MSAVA 2025 – 2027
Dear MSAVA members, colleagues, and friends
It is with a grateful and humble heart that I step into the role of President of MSAVA. After serving 10 years on the Executive Committee, this moment means a lot to me – not just because of the title, but because of the journey we’ve taken together.
Over the years, I’ve been lucky to walk beside many of you. I just want to say: I see you, and I value you. As your President, I hope to create a space where everyone feels heard, supported and encouraged. A place where we can grow step by step – together – with kindness, care, and purpose.
I believe that change doesn’t have to be loud or big to be meaningful. Sometimes, the small steps we take with consistency and love make the biggest difference over time. Whether it’s helping a young vet gain confidence, encouraging members to speak up and share, or simply being there to listen – I believe that’s how we build something truly lasting.
Being a female leader in this role is also something very personal to me.
 I hope my journey can show others – especially the younger women in our field – that leadership can be soft and strong at the same time.  We can lead by holding space, by building trust, and by lifting others.
MSAVA has always been more than an association to me. It feels like family. And like any family, we have ups and downs, but we keep showing up for each other. My hope is that this family continues to grow, to heal, and to shine together. We will be focused on good governance and restructuring our association to meet the demands of the time and evolution. The love for and welfare of our fellow members will remain our priority. Please bear with us for the first few months as we look into hiring and establishing a new permanent secretariat. We hope to retain your support through the active participation in our ongoing communications and events. Those who are keen in resolving issues, please get in touch with me or your state vet representatives whom play an integral role in collating and proposing to the Excos an action plan.
A special thanks to our newly elected Excos and State Representatives for their commitment and interest to make changes not only for themselves but for the wellbeing of our members as well! We will achieve some milestones and accomplishments together as a great team.
Thank you for your confidence in me and the opportunity to serve as your President.
With warmest regards,
Dr. Goh Lai Har
President, MSAVA 2025-2027