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EU-Mercosur trade deal: What it means for animals on both sides of the Atlantic
The EU-Mercosur trade agreement has sparked significant debate about its implications for animal welfare, environmental protection…
Key global policy opportunities for animal welfare in 2026
2026 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for animals. Across UN forums, regional platforms, and high-level conferences, governments…
Advancing animal welfare at the UN General Assembly
Each year, all 193 UN Member States come together at the General Assembly to set political direction and agree on shared language across peace and security, development…
UNEA-7 advances on One Health, but animal welfare is still lagging
2025 delivered some major wins for animals
Animal welfare as a key pillar of environmental action at UNEA-7
Animals at the Amazon COP
#Animals4AMR: How animal welfare helps prevent antimicrobial resistance
As part of this year’s World AMR Awareness Week (WAAW), the Action Group on Animal Welfare – AMR Nexus, led by World Federation for Animals (WFA), and supported by…
African leaders back new Wildlife for Climate Declaration ahead of COP31: recognising urgent need for wildlife protection for sake of climate
At an official side event hosted by World Federation for Animals (WFA) at COP30 in Belém, Brazil, Ambassador Tadeous T Chifamba speaking on behalf of…
Key outcomes for animals on the road to COP17
From 20-24 October 2025, governments gathered in Panama City for SBSTTA-27, the scientific body of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD). The meeting assessed progress on…
COP30 Brazil: Putting animals at the heart of climate action
Five new members join the World Federation for Animals
WFA Board met to advance strategic planning for 2026 and beyond
World Federation for Animals joins the WHO Civil Society Task Force on Antimicrobial Resistance
Resolution passed at IUCN Congress elevates role of wild animals in climate change
Yesterday, at the IUCN World Conservation Congress in Abu Dhabi, a resolution was passed which recognises the role of wild animals in ecosystems as enablers of natural solutions to tackle climate change. The resolution echoes …
We’re speaking for animals in Panama
From 20-24 October 2025, governments gather in Panama for SBSTTA-27, reviewing biodiversity progress and preparing for COP17. WFA will focus…
Why climate policy needs to include food systems: A conversation with Mercy For Animals
At the UN Climate Summit 2025, Mercy For Animals, a WFA Founding Member, unveiled an ambitious new tool: a scorecard assessing how national climate plans…
