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May 30 2023 | Maxine Chan

Using A Human Rights Approach To Challenge Factory Farms

Defining the negative impacts of industrial meat production as human rights abuses can be a powerful tool for opposing the meat industry. READ MORE

May 29 2023 | Thyl Moors

Climate Change, Animal Movements, And Virus Transmissions

As animals move to avoid the effects of climate change, so will the pathogens they carry. This study estimated the extent of future viral transmissions across the globe. READ MORE

May 23 2023 | Trent Davidson

Compassion Fatigue Among Chimpanzee Caregivers

Caring for animals can be both rewarding and incredibly challenging work. Compassion fatigue can impact caregivers' mental health and the animals they work with. READ MORE

May 10 2023 | Sarah Thorson & Ilana Braverman

What To Consider When Asking Institutions To Shift How They Serve Food

A guest blog from Greener By Default explores and explains the process of getting institutions to consider menu changes and plant-based defaults. READ MORE

Apr 20 2023 | Tanwi Wangikar

Live Animal Exports And Zoonotic Disease Risks

Live animal transport is a growing industry with many animal welfare issues. This paper suggests that shipping farmed animals overseas puts human health at risk. READ MORE

Mar 27 2023 | Sarah Bluhm

Meat Shame And Plant-Based Diets

Some omnivores feel more “meat shame” than others. This research explores what differentiates these consumers and suggests effective ways to change their habits for the better. READ MORE

Mar 24 2023 | Amanda Favara

Transitioning Animal Farms To Offset Carbon Emissions

This study looks at the viability of using “carbon offset” programs to transition animal farms to plant-based production. READ MORE

Mar 17 2023 | Damin Curtis

Exploring Assistance Dog Welfare

This Australian paper discusses some of the regulatory, training, and access issues that can affect the welfare of assistance dogs — and in many cases, the welfare of their caretakers. READ MORE

Mar 15 2023 | Laura Driscoll

Connecting Animal Advocacy To Food Justice

In this blog, Laura Driscoll of Stray Dog Institute makes a strong case for cross-movement collaboration and cooperation between animal and food justice advocates. READ MORE

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