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Shaping global One Health governance for animals
An estimated 60% of known infectious diseases and up to 75% of new or emerging ones in humans originate in animals. Recognising this animal-human health link is essential for securing global health. It is also …
Securing aquatic animal welfare in the High Seas Treaty
The ocean is home to whales, sharks, seabirds, fish, and countless other animals. This living ecosystem covers 71% of Earth’s surface, yet nearly two-thirds of it…
Czech Republic: Integrating animal welfare into sustainable development and One Health
How is animal welfare translated into national policy in practice? An interview with three Czech ministries.
2025 in review: Breakthrough year for animals in global policy
EU-Mercosur trade deal: What it means for animals on both sides of the Atlantic
Key global policy opportunities for animal welfare in 2026
Advancing animal welfare at the UN General Assembly
UNEA-7 advances on One Health, but animal welfare is still lagging
From 8–12 December 2025, governments gathered in Nairobi for the seventh United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7), the world’s highest-level forum…
2025 delivered some major wins for animals
This year has seen an unprecedented amount of achievement for animals on the international stage. As we end 2025, we have much to be proud of. Our movement has achieved…
Animal welfare as a key pillar of environmental action at UNEA-7
From 8–12 December 2025, governments will gather in Nairobi for the seventh session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7), the world’s…
Animals at the Amazon COP
#Animals4AMR: How animal welfare helps prevent antimicrobial resistance
African leaders back new Wildlife for Climate Declaration ahead of COP31: recognising urgent need for wildlife protection for sake of climate
Key outcomes for animals on the road to COP17
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…
WFA Board met to advance strategic planning for 2026 and beyond
On 21st and 22nd October 2025, the WFA Board convened at the FOUR PAWS Headquarters in Vienna, Austria, for its annual in-person…
