What you can do to stop animal abuse and factory farming |
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First your own everyday choices? See What you can do for animals yourself → This is what you can do for animalsYou do not have to be a hero to help animals. Even more important than doing something is not doing something: no longer taking part in what causes animals to suffer. As a consumer, voter and friend you have more influence than you think. Choose what suits you. Eat factory farming out of the worldThe strongest thing you can do: stop buying products from factory farming. Ask for animal-friendly and plant-based food in the canteen at school or work too. Choose carefully where you buyDo not buy from companies that do not care about animal welfare. Choose an ethical bank that does not invest in factory farming. Watch out for fur trims on collars and hoods. Let companies know why you stay away. Read more about boycotts. Vote for animalsVote in every election, from local to European, for a party or candidate who stands up for animals. Check party programmes and ask politicians questions. In several countries there are even parties for animals. Object to new factory farmsDoes a mega farm want to settle or expand near you? You can usually object to the permit. Local environmental groups often give free legal advice. Write and shareA letter to the newspaper or a good post on social media makes many people think. Respond to a current article, keep it short and do not attack anyone. Complain about misleading advertisingSee an advert that makes fun of animals or misleads people? Complain to the advertising standards authority in your country, such as the ASA in the United Kingdom. It takes little effort. It works. Support an organisationBecome a donor or help with campaigns of, for example, Compassion in World Farming, World Animal Protection, The Humane League or the International Vegetarian Union. Talk about it, without preachingSimply say what you eat and why, briefly and kindly. Focus mainly on people who already think a bit like you; that is where you have the most influence. When eating at someone else's home, let them know in advance what you do not eat. VolunteerHelp at an animal shelter or an organisation that stands up for animals. Many organisations are always looking for volunteers. Cook and eat togetherWhoever can cook well without meat keeps it up more easily and takes others along naturally. Start a dinner club with friends or organise a cooking class. Join a campaign
Not sure how to go about something? Read Who is responsible for animal rights? |
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