Animal welfare is a worldwide matter
We are a federation of 70+ 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.
What’s been happening
COP30 Brazil: Putting animals at the heart of climate action
This November, the World Federation for Animals (WFA) heads to Brazil for COP30, the annual UN climate conference under the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), taking place November 10-21…
Five new members join the World Federation for Animals
We’re pleased to welcome five new members to our Federation. These groups are dedicated to improving the lives of animals and…
An IUCN resolution recognized wild animals as climate allies. It was about time.
On October 10, the International Union for Conservation of Nature adopted a resolution to mobilize the role of wild animals in ecosystems as a climate solution.
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.
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.
