Animal Policy International’s Post

Legislation and regulations provide the foundation for protecting animals. That's why we work with EU institutions and stakeholders to achieve legislative change and to get a wide variety of animal welfare issues on the agenda of EU policymakers. 🇪🇺🐾 #HSIEurope #AnimalWelfare #AnimalProtection

"Animal welfare is one of those rare issues that is neither left nor right." EU citizens care about animal welfare, but why is this not being translated into political action? The upcoming European Elections offer a golden opportunity for political parties and prospective MEPs across the board to demonstrate that they are truly taking heed of citizens’ concerns about animal welfare. It is a chance for them to make concrete political commitments to protecting animals and show constituents that this is a political priority. Read more on EURACTIV 👉 https://lnkd.in/dm3CFnMx #HSIEurope #AnimalWelfare #EUelections2024 #ProtectAnimals

Under the current system, there is not one clear authority responsible for enforcing animal welfare laws. And the enforcement agencies differ in each state and territory. This can result in a lack of cohesion and coordination, with animals being subjected to inconsistent outcomes depending on which authority is responsible. That is why we're calling for independent State Animal Welfare Authorities as part of the #FairGoForAnimal reforms. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/eVUgSUzq #animalwelfare #animalwelfarepolicy

Animal Welfare is human welfare as well

Did you miss our recent Animal Welfare Benchmark Report? Check out our top three takeaways below, then read the full report here: https://bit.ly/3WAjGhK

Ilinca highlights alarming enforcement gaps in animal welfare laws in our latest report. It's essential for regulators to take immediate action to uphold the standards that safeguard our animals and reflect public expectations. Together, let's ensure that the law is effectively enforced! Learn more about #TheEnforcementProblem here: https://lnkd.in/eCG8T97X #AnimalLaw #AnimalProtection #law #animals #animaljustice #enforcement

UPDATE: The Guardian covered our chicken handling initiative regarding the recent proposals to legalise the harmful practice of carrying chickens by their legs. These practices compromise animal welfare. We urge policymakers to uphold high welfare standards. Read more about this development here: https://lnkd.in/em-xhhHu Learn more about our work here: https://lnkd.in/eKGSdiME #AnimalProtection #Chickens #AnimalLaw #HandleWithCare #law #Guardian

Discover the latest insights on #WaterManagement in Alberta with this investigative report by Matthew McClearn from The Globe and Mail. Learn how Alberta's government is facilitating negotiations among major water users to address shortages while prioritizing human and animal welfare. Read the full article here: https://buff.ly/3Vw41zG #ClimateChange #WaterCrisis #Canada1Water

The protection of animals is close to the hearts of millions of EU citizens 🇪🇺🐾 That's why through our work we are shaping the dialogue to catalyze animal welfare reform and influence public opinion, corporate priorities, legislative action and governmental collaboration. #HSIEurope #AnimalWelfare #AnimalProtection

Today is world animal day to recognise animal welfare and rights. #riskmanagement #compliance #complianceprofessionals #complianceofficers #amlcompliance #amlcft #financialcrime #aml #antimoneylaundering