She was shortlisted as one of three finalists for the awards’ Animal Charity Employee of the Year category – one of three categories recognising excellence in promoting animal welfare.
‘To be recognised alongside so many amazing people working in animal welfare really means a lot,’ she said.
‘I’m very much looking forward to attending the awards evening during the ADCH Conference next month and representing the GSPCA and Guernsey.’
Ms Chauvel, one of the GSPCA’s senior animal care assistants, has worked for the organisation for some 30 years, committing her working life to the organisation after a stint of volunteering there helped her realise her passion for helping animals.
‘I have always had pets and love all animals, and it is a real pleasure to work for the GSPCA with others who care to help thousands every year,’ she said.
‘It wasn’t until just over 30 years ago when I had the chance to help at the GSPCA as a volunteer that I realised the passion I had to help animals. I only wish I had started sooner.’
Though she has dedicated decades to supporting animal welfare, Ms Chauvel was still not a little surprised to hear that she had been shortlisted as a finalist.
‘Very shocked would be the only way to say it,’ she said of her reaction to the news.
‘I feel incredibly humbled to be shortlisted for such a prestigious award.’
This is not Ms Chauvel’s first foray onto the finalist shortlist either. She was also nominated back in 2014.
‘We are all immensely proud of Yvonne,’ said GSPCA manager Steve Byrne.
‘Her dedication, compassion and tireless commitment over three decades have touched the lives of thousands of animals and countless people.
‘This recognition reflects not just what Yvonne has done in the past, but what she continues to do every single day for the GSPCA, the animals in our care and our community.’
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