Animal Rights
2022
How CalAnimals is making a difference for animals in California
Like many people who love their companion animals, it may be surprising how so many animals wind up in shelters unclaimed, says Jill Tucker, CEO of California Animal Welfare Association Tucker, who originally started her career in software, shifted into the animal sector in 2003, where she moved from California to Vermont to run an animal humane society organisation. From starting as a foster parent to making her way as the president of that same organisation, Tucker found herself as a leader in protecting animals.
The WHO warns of pathogenic outbreaks threatening Africa
The WHO regional director for Africa, Matshidiso Moeti, warned of a growing risk of pathogenic outbreaks on the continent, caused by human proximity to wild and domesticated animals.
2021
Join the campaign to save cruelty-free cosmetics
On 15th September 2021, the European Parliament voted in favor of a resolution that demands an EU-wide action plan to end the use of animals in testing and research. It also calls for sufficient fundings for developing non-animal testing methods further. Give your support for cruelty-free cosmetics in the EU and join PETA and others by signing the European citizens’ initiative.
How cultivated meat can save the planet
Cultivated meat will present a futuristic alternative to the callous, unwieldy and unnecessarily wasteful way animals are farmed today.
Accidentally Vegan Feature?
If you’ve pondered veganism but haven’t yet followed through, it may be that you are put off by the myth of the diet being restricted. As with any lifestyle change, slow and steady tends to lead to longevity. It is much better to gradually cut animal products from your diet permanently than trying to be a strict vegan for a month, falling off the wagon, and being put off enough to never try it again.
Giving voice to the the voiceless: Animal Equality’s Global Fight for Farmed Animals
Founded in Spain in 2006, Animal Equality is now a global leader in defending farmed animals, using investigations, corporate reform and public action to expose cruelty and drive lasting change.
Annus Horribilis? Looking on the brighter side of 2020
2020 has certainly been an Annus Horribilis, but it wasn’t all bad.
