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Animal welfare is a worldwide matter

We are a federation of 60+ 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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Animal welfare and sustainability at the UN General Assembly

Animal welfare gained further recognition in global policy discussions at the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA). During this session, all 193 Member States considered key issues raised at the Conferences of …

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Advancing animal welfare for a healthier planet in 2025 

As we enter 2025, we at the World Federation for Animals (WFA) are dedicated to strengthening global animal protection efforts and demonstrating how animal welfare is central to addressing some of the world’s most pressing …

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Three new organisations join WFA

We are excited to announce the addition of the following members to the World Federation for Animals community. Their expertise and regional knowledge strengthen our efforts for animals worldwide. The UK Centre for Animal Law …

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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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