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The nexus between animal welfare & AMR
In celebration of World AMR Awareness Week (18-24 Nov. 2023), we are sharing an excerpt from our report “Unveiling the Nexus: The Interdependence of Animal Welfare, the Environment, and Sustainable Development“. This year’s theme is: …
WFA spearheads global initiative for animal welfare and antimicrobial resistance nexus
The World Federation for Animals (WFA) recently proposed establishing the Animal Welfare-Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Nexus Action Group. This proposal was made to the AMR Multi-Stakeholder Partnership Platform, an initiative of the Quadripartite comprising the Food …
The Federation at COP28
As we prepare for the 28th UN Climate Conference (COP28) in Dubai, our team is packing a powerful message: animal welfare is a critical piece of the climate puzzle. Alongside our members, we are ready …
UK Bans Sale and Advertising of Low-Welfare Animal Activities Abroad
World Animal Day: One Year On
What does the Global Stocktake Synthesis Report mean for the food system and animals?
Paving the way at the UN for a One Health Approach to the Pandemic Treaty
Animal welfare: cornerstone of Invasive Alien Species management overlooked by IPBES
By Léa Badoz (Eurogroup for Animals) and Adeline Lerambert (Born Free Foundation) The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) defines invasive alien species as “animals, plants or other organisms that are introduced by humans, …
Beyond the Summit: Pivotal Moments for Animal Welfare
“The war on nature must stop. We must end the triple planetary crises of climate change, pollution and biodiversity loss. We’re building a group of champion countries to explore how to reform economic policies, and …
World Federation for Animals welcomes five new member organisations
We are thrilled to announce the addition of five remarkable organisations to the World Federation for Animals community. Their diverse expertise and unique approaches strengthen our collective efforts for animal welfare worldwide. Arba Based in …
Forging ahead: Africa’s proactive stance on environmental protection
Animal welfare at the heart of sustainable development: A transformative nexus
Perspectives on the strategies & opportunities of a growing movement
Protection from violence against animals is now explicitly part of child rights
The UN High-Level Political Forum: A journey towards global animal welfare
This year’s High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) at the United Nations in New York was a chance to effectively advocate for animals globally and advance our continuous learning to refine our strategies and collective ability to …
The recognition of animal welfare across international policy
The last couple of months have brought some encouraging signs. We appear to be seeing a new – but increasing – realisation that failing to protect animals harms humans – and that safeguarding them benefits …
A glimpse of hopeful horizons in tackling future pandemics
“In the pursuit of meaningful outcomes, it is essential to maintain a composed and focused approach. To foster innovation and forward-thinking, we must step outside the confines of conventional solutions. Thinking outside the box will …
