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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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What’s been happening

Clementine (l) And Winston (r) Fell Off Transport Trucks As Piglets, In Two Different States, A Fall That Saved Both Their Lives. The Two Live In Sanctuary At Gentle Acres Animal Haven And Are Inseparable Friends. Fairfield, Virgina, Usa, 2024. Shannon Johnstone / We Animals

Animals are awesome

World Animal Day is an opportunity to recognise animals for their intrinsic value.  For all of us in the animal protection movement – and many beyond – animals are a source of wonder and inspiration. …

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Key outcomes from the Summit of the Future 

As global challenges intensify, world leaders gathered at the Summit of the Future to adopt transformative actions under the Pact for the Future. While ambitious in scope, the true impact on animals and environmental sustainability …

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This Rearing Shed On An Industrial Broiler Chicken Farm Spans Up To 150 Metres Long And Houses Between 40,000 And 60,000 Birds. Farms May Consist Of One To 25 Such Sheds. The Chicks Are Delivered From Hatcheries At A Day Old And Grown Inside These Sheds Until Their Predetermined Slaughter Age, At Roughly 35 To 50 Days Of Age. Victoria, Australia, 2018. Bear Witness Australia / We Animals

The AMR Political Declaration through an animal welfare lens

Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the most urgent global health threats. On the 26th of September, heads of state and government representatives gathered to assess progress, identify gaps, and propose solutions to curb the …

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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.

In focus

Unveiling the Nexus - The interdependence of Animal Welfare, Environment and sustainable Development.
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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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