Press Releases

DALIAN, China―A new public opinion survey in the city of Dalian, in northern China, reveals strong public support for companion animal protection there. The vast majority of citizens surveyed support legislative and public action for Dalian to become a dog and cat-friendly

NEW YORK—Condé Nast, the parent company for Vogue, Glamour, GQ, Vanity Fair and several other publications, recently announced a fur-free policy for all titles on its sustainability website following protests by anti-fur activists around the globe. The policy bans all new fur

The annual To the Rescue! gala, benefiting Humane World for Animals and its mission to protect animals, will be held on November 7, 2025, at Cipriani 42nd Street in New York City. This year’s gala will focus on the organization's global rescue and response efforts.

WASHINGTON, D.C.―Humane World for Animals, formally known as the Humane Society of the United States and Humane Society International, mourn the loss of Jane Goodall DBE, founder of the Jane Goodall Institute and U.N. Messenger of Peace. The primatologist’s name became synonymous

The documentary “Tuskers: Saving the last gentle giants”, from animal charity Humane World for Animals, formerly called Humane Society International, has received a special mention at the Pet Carpet Film Festival.

JAKARTA―The Dog Meat Free Indonesia coalition welcomes the decision of the Indonesian House of Representatives (known as the DPR RI) to include the Animal Protection and Welfare Bill in the 2026 Priority National Legislation Program, or Prolegnas. The bill is one of

The European Union remains a main hub and destination for wildlife ‘stolen’ from the Americas, Africa, Eastern Europe, Asia and Oceania. A new report makes the case for stricter laws and the closure of serious legal loopholes.

BOONSBORO, Md.—Humane World for Animals, formerly called the Humane Society of the United States, is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the identification, arrest and conviction of the person or persons responsible for shooting at least eight

SAN JOSE, Costa Rica—Two Costa Rican agencies, the National Animal Health Service (SENASA) and the Judicial Investigation Agency (OIJ), received an equipment donation that will aid proper and safe handling of dogs and cats in cruelty cases, thanks to animal welfare organization