Press Releases

WASHINGTON—Humane World for Animals and Humane World Action Fund, formerly called Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society Legislation Fund, issued the following statements in response to reports

In an upcoming episode of Project Runway airing July 30, Humane World for Animals takes center stage for a special design challenge judged by Heidi Klum, Nina Garcia and Law Roach that proves creativity and compassion can go hand in hand.

WASHINGTON—Trump administration leaders and some Western state governors appeared to announce a new policy shift aimed at removing Endangered Species Act protections for grizzly bears, another action in the war on wildlife that could jeopardize the recovery of the approximately 2,000 bears remain

LONDON― Dame Judi Dench and a host of other high-profile British stars have written a letter urging Iceland to ban whale hunting, expressing their "deep sadness" that 18 fin whales have been slaughtered since this year’s hunt began last month. 

Hundreds of animals in northern Venezuela, living with their families in temporary displacement camps, are receiving vital veterinary treatment and care in the aftermath of the devastating earthquakes there.

Animal protection organization Humane World for Animals India (formerly called Humane Society International India) has launched emergency relief operations for animals affected by the devastating floods in Maharashtra.

In a major breakthrough in efforts to end the dog meat trade in northeastern India, three long-time dog meat wholesalers have permanently left the trade after supplying dogs for slaughter and consumption for more than 20 years.

LONDON—Gamers across the world have raised £546,000 for animal protection charity Humane World for Animals (formerly called Humane Society International) since 2020 by turning in-game actions into real-world impact.

CAPE TOWN, South Africa—A herd of giant, life-size elephant puppets lumber through Cape Point’s shrubland. Above two adult elephant puppets and their young calf.