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Welcome to the March issue of the HETI Headlines! It's been a busy month of connections and presentations, especially for HETI President, Vera Lantelme-Faisan who presented virtually at a conference in Columbia and Croatia.
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We also held our 5th meeting of the Latin America Network which is continuing to grow with over 200 people registered to it. All of the meeting recordings can be accessed through our youtube channel.
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We also had a fantastic HETI Live meeting where we discussed the upcoming HHRF conference organised in collaboration with HETI and the Czech University of Life Sciences Prague. The conference will take place on 19–20 September 2026 in Prague, Czech Republic, and will bring together researchers and professionals interested in Equine Assisted Services, equine–human interaction, and research in the field. You can watch the recording for the HETI Live here.
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We're also excited to share that the 2026 HETI Journal: International Research and Practice articles are now available FOR FREE on our website! If you're a HETI member, you can access them through the member's area of our website, or if you're not a member, you can download them from our store. A huge well done to the author's of the papers and to the editorial team for publishing another great journal. You can purchase a hard copy of the HETI Journal through Amazon.
This month also saw the establishment of our Balkan Region network. The first meeting was held on 26th March. This meeting, facilitated by Alexandra Stergiou (Greece) and Prof. Selcuk Akpinar (Turkiye), brought practitioners from all over the Balkan region to connect and discuss EAS in the region. If you would like to join the next meeting, please register here.
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HETI Strategic Plan 2024 - 2027
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Updates:
Financial Sustainability
As part of our strategic plan, we are looking into various avenues to increase HETI's annual income so that we can continue to provide resources and supports worldwide. We would welcome any suggestions from our members regarding this.
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As part of our strategic plan to connect more with our members, we are hosting "Meet and chat with executive officer" meetings. This is an opportunity for HETI members to share the work they are doing, discuss collaboration, ask questions or bring feedback directly to HETI officers.
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As we continue to work on our Strategic Plan, we would love to hear your feedback! Please contact the HETI office to share your thoughts.
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3 Month Free Trial membership
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Yes, you read that correctly! All new members can avail of 3 months HETI Individual membership for FREE!
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That's 3 months of webinars plus access to our full catalogue, 3 months access to our full journal repository, 3 months access to our HETI Live meetings, 3 months to connect with our Executive officers through the meet & chat and SO MUCH MORE!
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Could you host our 20th International Congress?
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We are excited to invite expressions of interest from Federation or Large organisation members wishing to host the 2030 HETI International Congress.
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Hosting this prestigious global event is a unique opportunity to showcase your country and organisation on the international stage. It allows you to:
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- Highlight and promote Equine Assisted Services within your region
- Welcome and connect with international delegates and leaders in the field
- Contribute meaningfully to the global growth and development of Equine Assisted Services
Applications to host the 2030 Congress should be submitted to the HETI office no later than 6 May 2026. All proposals will be carefully reviewed by the Executive Committee, with the final decision made through a vote by the International Council.
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HETI Educational Webinar
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Join us on the 1st and 2nd April where Fleur de Portal will explore how sport and therapy can work together to achieve therapeutic goals.
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This webinar will be offered in French on 1st April and English on 2nd April. The French version of the webinar is open to everyone, whereas the English version is only open to HETI members.
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Join us on the 24th April where Renata de Souza Zamo will explain the development of the psychological and Mental Health areas within the EAS along the period of 1989 to today also mentioning the repercussions of the Psychologists role in the therapies with horses in Brazil.
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This webinar will be offered in Portuguese at 21h CET (Paris/Brussels) and English at 20h CET (Paris/Brussels). The Portuguese version of the webinar is open to everyone, whereas the English version is only open to HETI members.
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HETI Educational Webinars
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HETI Educational webinars are free to HETI members. If you are not a HETI member, you will be able to purchase some of the webinar recordings in the HETI store.
Recordings available for free to HETI members:
1. Enriching connection with our equine partners - Andrea Wady*
2. The horse’s movement and how it influences the rider - Susanne von Dietze*
3. From principle to practice: The application of the 5 Domains Model of Animal Welfare - Dr. Andrew McLean*
4. Myths of Equine Vision - Dr. Janet Jones
5. Horse Boy Method and more - Rupert Isaacson
6. Recognising equine emotions and stress and its role in the field of Equine-Assisted Services - Dr. Helen Spence*
7. The role of posture and pain in equine behaviour and how to effect positive change - Linda Tellington-Jones*
8. Social License and the EAS Sector - Roly Owers*
9. An exploratory study into the backgrounds and perspectives of Equine-Assisted Service practitioners - Rita Seery*
10. Applied Equine Anatomy and Biomechanics for the EAS Professional - Gillian Higgins*
11. Enhancing EAS Quality Through Feedback and Measurement Innovations - Prof. Selcuk Akpinar*
12. Horses touch more than our skin: Hospice and Palliative Care with Horses - Mag. Renate Deimel*
13. Achieving the impossible: Our journey to the paralympic games 2024 - Marianna Grammatikaki*
14. The Medical Model in Nature Based Therapy - Dr. Celia Grummitt*
15. Understanding Equine Mental Health: Prioritizing Welfare in Equine Assisted Services - Lucy Rees*
16. The Five Domains of Horse Welfare in Practice - Cristina Wilkins*
17. Mechanisms of action in EAS, particularly in psychotherapy and learning - Roberto Perez Verdia de la Torre (Available in English and Spanish)*
18. Helping people to make changes for the best outcomes for horses and humans - Bronwen Williams.*
19. Entrepreneurship and innovation within EAS - Carlos Ganzabal.*
20. From withers to wellness: Understanding and managing the horse’s back - Dr. Rob van Wessum.*
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21. From the beginning to Paralympic Gold: milestones and practical tips for lower grades - Daria Tikhomirova.* (Available in Russian and English)
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22. EEATN Working Group: Core Guidelines for Equine Training and Education*
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*available to purchase in the HETI store for Non-members
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HETI Asia Pacific Network
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The next meeting of the HETI Asia Pacific Network will take place on 15th April at the following times:
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5pm Tokyo, 8pm Aukland, 6pm Sydney, 4pm Perth, 4pm Singapore, 11am Riyadh
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This meeting is open to anyone working in Equine Assisted Services in the Asia Pacific Region.
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HETI Live meeting
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Join us on Thursday 16th April at CET (Paris/Brussels) where HETI EC member, Renate Deimel will ...
If you have already registered for a HETI Live meeting, you will automatically receive the meeting link.
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Meet and Chat with HETI Executive Officers
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We have a few spaces left for our Meet and Chat with HETI officers.
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We value every one of our members and want to give you the chance to connect with us directly. Join us for a free 30-minute one-to-one online session with a HETI officer – an open space to meet, share your experiences, ask questions, and explore how HETI can best support you and your work in Equine Assisted Services. This opportunity is exclusively available to HETI members and can be accessed through the membership page only. Log in, pick a time slot that suits you, and let’s talk – we look forward to meeting you!
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Save the date!
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The next HETI(UK) Forum will take place in GUL Outdoor Therapy on 8th April 2026!
Please put it in your diaries. More details to follow!
The HETI(UK) Forums are planned and hosted by HETI Federation members based in the UK to further the field of Equine Assisted Services. They provide an opportunity for UK practitioners to network, learn and share in a relaxed and open atmosphere. Everyone is welcome to attend these forums.
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The HETI Library is now live. We have the information over 20 books regarding EAS on our website but would love to add more! This is open to anyone who has published a book or reference material about EAS. Please see the submission form below.
This initiative is non-commercial and aims to promote awareness of Equine Assisted Services. However, only books authored by individual HETI members or by organisations that are HETI members will receive additional visibility. This includes promotion on HETI’s social media channels, Newsletter and in the Global Gallop magazine, as well as the option to include a purchase link alongside the book description.
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Resources brought to you by the HETI EEATN
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Call for Submissions!
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We are seeking original submissions with the purpose of advancing knowledge in the field of Equine Assisted Services.
The HETI Journal has several submission categories:
Original Research - An original research study conducted by the author.
Literature Review - A comprehensive or systematic review of research on a specific topic.
Study Protocols - Procedures for proposed original scientific investigations that contribute to the development of equine-assisted services.
Clinical Cases (Case studies) - A presentation of a simple comprehensive case study or multiple case studies.
Theory and Practice - A discussion of a specific topic in the field.
Letter to the Editor - Comments on articles published in the HETI journal or in other journals on topics related to the equine-assisted field.Manuscripts are reviewed through a double-blind peer-review system and submissions are welcome throughout the year.
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HETI Journal 2026
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The 2026 issue of the HETI Journal: International Research and Practice is now available to purchase! Our journals are available for purchase through Amazon.
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The Global Gallop online magazine
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The next issue of The Global Gallop will be published in August 2026.
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If you would like to submit an article, research, book review or anything else please get in touch with the HETI office - [email protected]
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Please send your submissions to the HETI office by 31st May 2026.
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International Events for next month
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Don't forget! HETI Members can now add their own events to the HETI calendar! Simply log into your account and click 'add you event' on the dashboard. These events will be highlighted in our monthly newsletter.
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Welcome to HETI!
Join us in welcoming our new members!
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Student
Milla Routamaa - Finland
Helen Sharp - UK
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Concession
Mariza Tsachali - Greece
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