Key to succeeding in our mission is recognizing that all of our relationships matter — not only the relationships that we as an organization have with other groups working in the same movement, but the relationships we have with each other within Faunalytics, with our stakeholders, with our volunteers, and with the general public. Therefore, we work hard to maintain a positive, supportive, and cohesive culture, even while working remotely from several different countries.
Understanding Our Culture
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Our Values
We pursue our vision with open hearts, and using our carefully considered organizational values as a guide.
- Stay True To The Data: Quality research has the power to magnify the positive impact of the animal protection movement. We conduct our work with integrity, objectivity, and transparency.
- Nurture Compassion: Compassion is the heart of animal advocacy. By embodying empathy, fostering equity, diversity, and inclusivity, and showing respect – to animals, the planet, one another, and to ourselves – we can change the world for the better.
- Collaborate For Shared Success: We are in this movement together. We support and elevate our fellow animal advocates and teammates, because we are even greater than the sum of our parts.
- Cultivate Curiosity: We encourage inquiry, learning, and openness. We explore and embrace new possibilities for the best ways to help advocates and animals.
Our mission statement
Faunalytics’ mission is to empower animal advocates with access to research, analysis, strategies, and messages that maximize their effectiveness to reduce animal suffering. Animals need you, and you need data.
We conduct essential research, maintain an online research library, and directly support advocates and organizations in their work to save lives. The range of data we offer helps our movement understand how people think about and respond to advocacy, providing advocates with the best strategies to inspire change for animals.
We Are Committed To Caring And Belonging
Animal advocates are known for their compassion and commitment to a more just world. Faunalytics shares those qualities, while also acknowledging that applying them only to animals is not enough: We strive to enact a holistic view of compassion and justice in all aspects of what we do. Read more about our commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessiblity here.
Diversity
The animal protection movement has never been a monolithic entity. Recognizing and celebrating the diversity of the movement means uplifting the broadest possible range of voices and perspectives, so that we can learn and grow together.
Equity
It’s crucial for animal advocates to always do what we can to right wrongs and ensure that our movement holds itself accountable. Creating a more equitable movement will be a challenging and ongoing process, and it’s one that Faunalytics is committed to wholeheartedly.
Inclusion
As an organization that exists to support the work of animal advocates, we believe that the animal protection movement is only as strong as the people who make up our community, and strongest when it truly reflects all of those who are part of that community.
Becoming A Faunalyst
Andrea Polanco
Research Scientist
“Faunalytics is the first job I’ve had since graduate school and this organization sets the bar high! I love working from home, having flexible hours, being surrounded by clever and kind team members, and being able to attend conferences. I’m very proud to be a part of this organization and to produce high-impact resources.”
Jo Anderson
Research Director
“I just celebrated my six-year anniversary with Faunalytics, and after all that time, I still can't imagine any place I'd rather work. The biggest constant throughout that time has been the amazing culture. We have an incredibly supportive, small-team atmosphere where we all know each other well and treat each other with respect and compassion, no matter what your role, level, or responsibilities. We're all pulling together for our shared goal of helping animals.”
karol orzechowski
Content Director
“In my nearly 10 years with Faunalytics, I have learned so much about animal advocacy, and truly feel like it’s become my animal advocacy family. Our team is strong because we support and uplift each other every chance we get. I’ve simply never worked anywhere else that was so supportive, positive, and motivated.”
Casey Bond
Content Manager
“It’s hard to choose one thing I love about being a Faunalyst, because every day I’m reminded why I love coming to work. From the flexible work environment to the compassionate, supportive approach of our leadership, I feel safe and supported in every step of my career. But perhaps the best part about working at Faunalytics is the knowledge that I’m making the world a better place for animals with a group of colleagues who also wants the best for me.”
Andrea Polanco
Research Scientist
“Faunalytics is the first job I’ve had since graduate school and this organization sets the bar high! I love working from home, having flexible hours, being surrounded by clever and kind team members, and being able to attend conferences. I’m very proud to be a part of this organization and to produce high-impact resources.”
Jo Anderson
Research Director
“I just celebrated my six-year anniversary with Faunalytics, and after all that time, I still can't imagine any place I'd rather work. The biggest constant throughout that time has been the amazing culture. We have an incredibly supportive, small-team atmosphere where we all know each other well and treat each other with respect and compassion, no matter what your role, level, or responsibilities. We're all pulling together for our shared goal of helping animals.”
karol orzechowski
Content Director
“In my nearly 10 years with Faunalytics, I have learned so much about animal advocacy, and truly feel like it’s become my animal advocacy family. Our team is strong because we support and uplift each other every chance we get. I’ve simply never worked anywhere else that was so supportive, positive, and motivated.”
Casey Bond
Content Manager
“It’s hard to choose one thing I love about being a Faunalyst, because every day I’m reminded why I love coming to work. From the flexible work environment to the compassionate, supportive approach of our leadership, I feel safe and supported in every step of my career. But perhaps the best part about working at Faunalytics is the knowledge that I’m making the world a better place for animals with a group of colleagues who also wants the best for me.”