Andrea Capobianco Dondona

Andrea Capobianco Dondona is an experienced veterinary and epidemiological professional with a strong background in animal health management and disease monitoring. Currently serving as the GLEWS Coordinator at FAO since June 2021, Andrea oversees disease information and monitoring activities, coordinates updates on animal health threats, and collaborates on the modernization of global disease information systems. As CEO and Cofounder of Farm4Trade since September 2016 and Veterinary Task Force Coordinator for the Gabon Sea Turtle Partnership since October 2007, Andrea has led initiatives in veterinary training and conservation efforts. Previous roles include Veterinary Epidemiologist at ISTITUTO ZOOPROFILATTICO SPERIMENTALE LAZIO E TOSCANA, Coordinating Expert at EIP-AGRI Service Point, and various positions focused on wildlife and domestic animal health. Andrea holds advanced degrees in veterinary medicine and international animal health, underscoring a commitment to enhancing animal wellbeing and public health.