Dr. Svetlana Broussova is a veterinary surgeon and the founder of the Seychelles Animal Welfare Institute (SAWI). With a deep commitment to animal welfare and public health, she leads national efforts to address the growing challenges of stray animal populations in Seychelles.
Her work focuses on developing humane and sustainable solutions, including large-scale sterilisation programmes, veterinary training, and international partnerships. Under her leadership, SAWI has become a key contributor to advancing animal welfare standards in the country.
Dr. Broussova is dedicated to bridging global expertise with local needs, ensuring long-term impact for both animals and communities across the islands.
Veterinary Surgeon | CEO & Founder of SAWI
About SAWI
The Seychelles Animal Welfare Institute (SAWI) is a private non-profit organisation dedicated to improving the welfare of animals across the Seychelles. Through humane stray population management, veterinary care, education, and collaboration with government, local communities, and international partners, SAWI works to create sustainable, long-term solutions that benefit both animals and the wider community.
Our initiatives include mass sterilisation programmes, professional training for local veterinary technicians and pet lovers, and public awareness campaigns promoting responsible pet ownership. By combining global expertise with local action, SAWI aims to build a more compassionate and balanced environment for all living beings.
We are committed to working closely with government bodies, local communities, and international partners to achieve lasting and measurable impact. But real change requires ongoing support and collaboration.
SAWI is actively seeking partners and supporters who share our commitment to humane, effective, and scalable solutions.
Join us today to help create a brighter future for animals in the Seychelles.
Latest News
Stay updated with our ongoing efforts to improve animal welfare across the archipelago, from mass sterilization campaigns to local veterinary training initiatives. We are proud to share the success of our recent partnerships and community outreach programs designed to create a safer, more compassionate environment for the stray population of Seychelles.
Explore our latest stories to see how international cooperation and local passion are making a tangible difference for our islands' animals.
SAWI’s Second Pet Population Program: Building Skills for a Kinder Future 🐾💙
The Seychelles Animal Welfare Institute (SAWI) has proudly completed its second Pet Population Management Program, marking another important step forward for animal welfare in Seychelles.
Educational Partnership Between Seychelles and Russia
Following the successful mass sterilisation campaign for cats and dogs in January 2024, many Seychellois students expressed a strong interest in learning the Russian language in order to continue their education at Russian universities in ...
Exploring Russia Through Education and Culture
Following the students’ remarkable achievement at the International Olympiad Competition held in October 2024 in Seychelles, SAWI had the great pleasure of accompanying the four selected students on an unforgettable two-week educational journey to Russia, ...
From Animal Welfare to International Education: A Journey That Began with Compassion
In January 2024, something truly remarkable began in Seychelles. A team of seven dedicated veterinary doctors from Don State Technical University arrived on the islands with a shared mission — to help address the growing ...
Cats and Dogs Mass Sterilization Campaign in Seychelles
The sterilisation campaign on Mahé and Praslin, aimed at addressing the issue of stray cats and dogs, concluded successfully on January 23, 2024. The initiative, which commenced on January 11, saw the participation of 8 ...
Sterilisation programme for stray cats & dogs in the Seychelles
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