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As part of that commitment, we are updating how our accreditation standards are presented... Read More Improving Animal Welfare and Science through Accreditation Training in Brazil SBCAL and AAALAC International, in collaboration with Fiocruz, will offer a FREE, in-person event in Rio de Janeiro on September 10 on improving animal welfare and science through AAALAC accreditation... Register Here AAALAC Honors Dr. Thierry Decelle with the Bennett J. Cohen Award AAALAC has presented its highest honor, the Bennett J. Cohen Award, to Dr. Thierry Decelle, DVM, MSc, DipVetLAS. The Cohen Award recognizes outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions to AAALAC... Read More AAALAC Honors Sandy L. Dexter with The James R. Swearengen Award AAALAC has awarded Sandy L. Dexter, B.S., LATG, AAALAC's Assistant Director, The James R. Swearengen Award. The award recognizes exceptional service and significant contributions to the Council on Accreditation... Read More AAALAC Honors Bryan II, Reilly, and Tay with the 2026 Outstanding Delegate Service Award AAALAC has presented Dr. John A. Bryan II, Dr. Mark P. Reilly, and Mr. Yi Quan “Shawn” Tay with the 2026 Outstanding Delegate Service Award which recognizes impactful contributions to AAALAC... Read More Congratulations James D. Cox, 2026 AAALAC Fellow! James D. Cox, RLATG, is the 2026 AALAS recipient of the AAALAC International Fellowship Award. Cox currently serves as Senior Director of Animal and Biological Services at the Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) Janelia Research Campus... Read More Communication from AAALAC regarding Rules of Accreditation and reporting of adverse events AAALAC stipulates that accredited institutions observe any and all statutes and governmental regulations which bear upon animal care and use. Accreditation standards further require institutions to promptly notify AAALAC of significant adverse events... Read More About AAALAC's Accreditation Process AAALAC takes very seriously any possible deficiencies by accredited institutions that fall short of our standards that we identify via site visits, are self-reported or we become aware of via other means... Read More Featured Content Getting ready for AAALAC accreditation? AccrediGauge can help! AAALAC is pleased to introduce AccrediGauge, a new self-assessment tool designed to help programs determine how well they are prepared for AAALAC accreditation...View Now NEW! Understanding AAALAC's Accreditation Standards Framework AAALAC's Chief Accreditation Officer, Dr. Debra Hickman, explains how AAALAC's Council on Accreditation evaluates programs and how their accreditation standards framework operates in practice...View Now NEW! Getting Ready for AAALAC Accreditation? This brief video will help you determine your readiness for the AAALAC accreditation process and introduce resources that can help you with your preparation....View Now NEW! i-Brief and webinar on Adverse Event Reporting AAALAC has two new resources (i-Brief and webinar recording) on what's changed, what hasn't and what's expected for accredted programs regarding adverse event reporting. Learn More NEW! Wonder what it's like to be an Ad Hoc Visitor? AAALAC has two new resources (publication and video) for learning more about what it's like to be an Ad Hoc Visitor for AAALAC. Learn More NEW! Preparing for a Site Visit presentation series Getting ready for your next AAALAC International site visit? Because preparation can vary by role, AAALAC has created a new presentation series with information specific to different audiences within your institution. View Now Accreditation of Wildlife Programs AAALAC International has released a new video and publication on accreditation for wildlife programs. Both serve as an educational resource on the benefits and process of earning AAALAC accreditation for wildlife research and teaching programs. View Now AAALAC Agricultural Update AAALAC International has released a new publication on AAALAC accreditation and agricultural programs, including why agricultural animal research programs should participate, species accredited, and standards used. Read Now Accreditation of Agricultural Programs AAALAC International has released a new video presentation on “Accreditation of Agricultural Programs.” This short video serves as an educational resource on the benefits and process of earning AAALAC accreditation for agricultural research and teaching programs. View Now NEW! AAALAC i-brief on accreditation standards AAALAC has published a new i-brief on "AAALAC International standards: The review and adoption process explained." This i-brief provides an overview of the different categories of standards and how they are reviewed and adopted by the Council... View Now Learn more about AAALAC’s "Reference Resources" AAALAC referrs to specialty publications for supplemental information about procedures or techniques related to the care and use of laboratory animals. Learn more about these designated "Reference Resources"... Learn More Top Tips for Completing Your Program Description The first phase of the accreditation process is an extensive internal review of all aspects of your animal care and use program which comprises your “Program Description.” Here are top tips for getting it done… View Now A One-Minute Introduction to AAALAC (video) This One-Minute Introduction to AAALAC International is available to use to provide audiences with a quick overview of AAALAC's mission and work. View Now ABOUT US Who We Are Strategic Plan / Mission Bylaws and Policies Join Us ACCREDITATION What is AAALAC Accreditation? 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