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World Society for the Protection of Animals
Universal Declaration of Animal WelfareThis campaign stems from the belief that our close interaction with animals means we have a responsibility to protect their welfare.
Thai ministry backs Universal Declaration on Animal WelfareA Universal Declaration on Animal Welfare (UDAW) is a proposed set of principles which, if endorsed by the United Nations, will result in international recognition on animal welfare as a key part of worldwide social development.
Asia’s vets support Universal Declaration on Animal WelfareIn supporting a Universal Declaration on Animal Welfare, FAVA hopes to encourage both governments and animal welfare organizations that are working to establish the importance of animal welfare.
Malaysian king signs petition for Universal Declaration on Animal WelfareGlobally, animal welfare groups, individuals, politicians and others are campaigning for a Universal Declaration on Animal Welfare – an agreement to respect animals and their welfare needs – to be endorsed by the United Nations.
IVMA President Calls on Indonesian government to support the Universal Declaration on Animal WelfareThe Declaration, which represents the international agreement on animal welfare, recognises that sentient animals are capable of pain and suffering, deserving consideration and respect, and calls for effective animal welfare legislation to be developed and enforced around the world.
Serbian officials show support for animal welfareBoth member societies were pivotal in achieving this breakthrough support for animal welfare in the region. After the adoption of this law, Serbia – a potential EU candidate state – will adopt the full EU legal framework on animal welfare into their national legislation.
Who we areWSPA’s vision is of a world where animal welfare matters, and animal cruelty ends. Commercial exploitation of wildlife – intensive farming and the cruel management and killing of wild animals for food or by-products.
The latest news on animal welfare and animal crueltyThe recent floods have severely affected the Kund Park sanctuary, resulting in the tragic death of 20 of the 23 bears living there.
WSPA AsiaWSPA is the world’s largest alliance for animal welfare, with a network of over 900 member societies supporting communities in more than 153 countries.
WSPA receives member society prizeWSPA has been awarded ‘Defenzoor of the Year’, a prominent annual prize given to an animal welfare or animal protection organisation making a significant contribution to animal welfare in Latin America.
TV star stands up for a world where Animals MatterIn his role as WSPA Asia Ambassador, he helps to promote our vision of a world where animal welfare matters and animal cruelty ends.
VPAT President calls on the veterinary community to sign up to UDAWVPAT aims to establish Thailand as a centre for exchange, collaboration and development for veterinarians of Asian nations and as an alternate source for global knowledge.
Animal clinicsWith so many animals in developing countries requiring veterinary attention, the need for well-equipped treatment facilities is vital. WSPA helps local partners across the world set up veterinary clinics to deliver affordable care to animals in need.
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