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"The Seed Never Sees the Flower"
Submitted by Che on Aug 25, 2008 Advocacy Strategies | General Animal ProtectionTake a look around: Despite decades, even centuries of work by advocates, people still have a long way to go on a variety of important issues like race, gender, poverty, etc. The same is true of animal advocacy, which by comparison is a relatively young cause. But in spite of the arguably slow progress of advancing the status of animals in today's society, there is reason for advocates to be optimistic.
Greendex, Consumer Choice and the Environment - A Worldwide Tracking Survey
Submitted on Aug 22, 2008 Diet and Nutrition
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National Geographic identifies food consumption trends for the U.S. compared with other major countries like China, Brazil, and Canada, in an effort to measure and compare the sustainability of consumer choices in 14 countries. The food sustainability score is achieved by weighing a variety of factors, most importantly the consumption of meat and seafood, fruit and vegetables, and locally grown foods. The report also covers related items such as knowledge and awareness of environmental issues.
Case Study: Companion Animal Over-Population Programs in NJ, NH, and ME, and a New Program for ME
Submitted on Aug 19, 2008 Companion Animals
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This study analyzes New Jersey's and New Hampshire's effective programs for companion animal overpopulation -- and Maine's relatively ineffective spay/neuter programs -- and provides recommendations for a potentially successful program for Maine.
Animal Advocacy at the Crossroads: The Takeaway
Submitted by Che on Aug 12, 2008 Advocacy Strategies | General Animal ProtectionIn animal and environmental advocacy circles, the debate over what makes effective advocacy is a long-standing one that isn't likely to be resolved soon. But as thoughtful activists, it's our job to continuously audit our own efforts and make improvements when possible. A recent report from the World Wildlife Fund provides some interesting takeaways for the environmental movement that are also quite relevant for advocates focused on animal issues.