A new Director General poised to steer WOAH through the evolving challenges Dr Emmanuelle Soubeyran took over in AugustAs the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) celebrates a century of remarkable achievements, it welcomes a new Director General, Dr Emmanuelle Soubeyran, who took the helm in August. Dr Soubeyran has managed animal health crises and spearheaded large-scale prevention programmes, such as the avian influenza vaccination campaign. As Dr Soubeyran steps into her role, she is poised to steer WOAH through the evolving challenges of our time, ensuring its continued relevance and impact on the global stage. With a rallying cry of solidarity, the new Director General’s vision is a testament to the commitment to elevate the wherewithal of animal health services worldwide. Under Dr Soubeyran’s leadership, WOAH is poised to continue its evolution, adapting to the challenges of the future while upholding its century-long commitment to animal health and welfare.