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Animal welfare is a worldwide matter

We are a federation of 80+ NGOs working towards the recognition of animal welfare as essential for the sustainable development agenda. Our efforts focus on integrating animal welfare into international health, food, and environmental regimes and trade and development finance rules.

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A historic win: The Pandemic Treaty

I can confidently say that this is one of the greatest wins for global health in recent history. After more than three years of negotiations—marked at times by doubt, distrust and deep global division — …

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Momentum grows for animal welfare & plant-rich diets in climate action

Submissions to the first UN climate workshop on agriculture and food security reveal encouraging signs that animal welfare and sustainable diets are gaining recognition as part of climate solutions. The workshop—held under the Sharm el-Sheikh …

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WFA grows with three new members

The World Federation for Animals is pleased to welcome three new member organisations, expanding our global network. These diverse organisations bring legal, policy and regional expertise from three different continents. Learn more about them below: …

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Amplifying the voice of trillions

We harness the collective strength of the animal protection movement to champion the interests of countless sentient beings on the global policy stage. Our pillars of impact drive meaningful change:

Transform policymakers’ mindsets to view animal welfare as a catalyst for sustainable development

Unify and empower animal protection NGOs to be one powerful force in international fora.

Forge an effective Federation with a representative, engaged, and influential membership, driving meaningful change.

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Helping animals around the world

Our members (●) are at the heart of this movement, representing the diverse interests and perspectives that shape our approach on a global scale. Our regional networks (●) garner additional support, ensuring that our voice in international fora is truly representative. Together, we are committed to achieving global impact for animals.

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