http://www.awionline.org/
Since 1951, the Animal Welfare Institute has worked toward decreasing the overall total of cruelty inflicted on animals by people using them to further their own aims. From the overcrowded, filthy, and painful conditions of factory farming to the vicious and unnecessary jaw-traps used in the fur trade, representatives from AWI regularly attend trade meetings and regulatory summits surrounding these and other issues to ensure that objections are voiced concerning these matters.
In addition to fighting for laws, regulations, and industry policies that impact these animals directly, AWI works on efforts to minimize the impact of human actions that are indirectly affecting animals and their habits, such as sonar testing that injures and disrupts ocean life in its path and pollution that is damaging the world's forests and the habitats these animals require to survive.
The Web site listed above provides information regarding legislative and advocacy programs AWI is currently involved with, along with information regarding how those interested can help. But they also provide valuable information for those wanting to help animals closer to home, such as how and where to adopt pets, and what to consider when making a choice of where to adopt.
People interested in all aspects of animal care and welfare should consider a visit to their Web site, join their Facebook page under "Animal Welfare Institute", or follow them on Twitter (@AWIOnline) for helpful tips and links to articles about current animal events.
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