Ban Nuclear Weapons
More than a hundred nations have backed a deal that would totally ban nuclear weapons. Sign this petition to demand the world’s most powerful country join them.
Animal Welfare
Justice for Stolen Cat Found Beaten and Mutilated
A cat belonging to an animal rescue was found dead in a dumpster, after he had apparently been stolen from his enclosure at the rescue’s facility. This cat was beaten and mutilated severely. Sign this petition to demand justice for this innocent animal.
Environment
Save Hawksbill Sea Turtles from Extinction
Hundreds of thousands of sea turtles are killed every year by accident due to fishing practices and equipment used to harvest fish. Sea turtles get caught in the netting and on hooks used in the fishing industry. Sign this petition asking the IFAW to support innovative efforts that could drastically decrease these incidents and save the species.
Success
Success: Foie Gras Ban Reinstated in California
A ban on foie gras in California has been reinstated by the The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. The production of foie gras is a cruel process that sees feeding tubes shoved down birds’ throats. Sign this petition in support of the ban and mandate.
Human Rights
Applaud Hong Kong for Lifting Journalist Ban
Hong Kong has finally lifted a ban on digital media journalists. Thank the government for taking a step in the right direction when it comes to freedom of the press.
Petitions:
Save Hawksbill Sea Turtles from Extinction
Hundreds of thousands of sea turtles are killed every year by accident due to fishing practices and equipment used to harvest fish. Sea turtles get caught in the netting and on hooks used in the fishing industry. Sign this petition asking the IFAW to support innovative efforts that could drastically decrease these incidents and save the species.
Justice for Stolen Cat Found Beaten and Mutilated
A cat belonging to an animal rescue was found dead in a dumpster, after he had apparently been stolen from his enclosure at the rescue’s facility. This cat was beaten and mutilated severely. Sign this petition to demand justice for this innocent animal.
Stop Greyhound Abuse
Hundreds of greyhounds in Spain are being subjected to brutal abuse through intensive training, and then abandonment and neglect once they are no longer deemed useful as hunting dogs. Sign this petition to put a stop to the harsh treatment of these innocent creatures.
Allow Repressed Citizens Independence
Spain’s government is refusing to recognize a Catalonian independence referendum. Sign this petition to demand the government respect the will of the people.
Protect Threatened Coral Reefs from Damages of Pollution
A coral reef in Belize is threatened by pollution from tourism and development. Sign the petition and demand that the government of Belize help citizens protect one of the world’s largest surviving coral reefs.
Dog Tied Up and Abandoned in Carrier Deserves Justice
A dog suffered when she was abandoned inside of a dog carrier. The dog was malnourished, dirty, and her legs were bound with a leash. Demand justice for this poor dog.
Protect Wildlife from Dangerous Power Lines
Nine elephants in Botswana were electrocuted after they knocked an overhead power line into a pool of water. Due to the variety of large, vulnerable animal species found in this arid nation, more must be done to ensure that elephants and other wildlife are not harmed by power lines. Sign the petition to demand that new regulations be put in place.
Stop Slaughter of Buffalo in Grand Canyon National Park
Hundreds of buffalo are at risk of cruel ‘selective slaughter’ by groups of volunteers to cull the population, even though safe and humane methods of population control are available. Demand the use of cruelty-free methods and stop the senseless killing of innocent animals.
Justice for Horse Reportedly Kicked by Angry Rider
A wealthy heiress was reportedly seen kicking her horse during a show after falling off during an event. Sign this petition to demand the rider face consequences for her alleged treatment of her horse if found responsible for animal cruelty.
Reinstate Regulation Against Broadcast Monopolies
The FCC has loosened regulations for how many radio and television stations one broadcasting organization can own. This, just in time for the broadcast giant, Sinclair Broadcast Group, to broker a deal that will monopolize the market and the message. Sign this petition demanding the FCC reinstate regulations that limit market ownership.
Dog with Severely Matted Fur and Rotting Teeth Due to Neglect Deserves Justice
A dog suffered and nearly died when she was neglected and denied necessary veterinary care. The dog was covered in hair mats and tumors, and her teeth were so rotted that they fell out of her mouth as veterinarians tried to save her life. Demand justice for this poor dog.
Protect Cross River Gorillas from Extinction
The Cross River gorilla is nearing extinction with only 200-300 individuals left and scattered into 11 groups across 3,000 square miles. These factors ensure inbreeding as these groups have little chance of ever interacting. Sign this petition requesting the Nigerian government allow the facilitation of intergroup breeding and help ensure their safety from poachers and habitat destruction by logging companies.
Punish Official Who Shot the First Wild Bison Seen in Germany in 250 Years
The first wild bison spotted in Germany in two and a half centuries was shot by a hunter on the order of a German official. Demand that this person is fired and punished for killing a protected animal.
Applaud Hong Kong for Lifting Journalist Ban
Hong Kong has finally lifted a ban on digital media journalists. Thank the government for taking a step in the right direction when it comes to freedom of the press.
Punish Man Who Allegedly Shot Deer with Bow and Arrow
A young deer was allegedly shot and killed using a bow and arrow within yards of suburban homes. This act was both cruel and needlessly reckless, putting both the deer and those living in the neighborhood at risk. Sign this petition to demand that the accused hunter be punished for killing this innocent animal.
Don’t Let Trump Destroy Alaska’s Wilderness
The Trump administration wants to open a vast swath of pristine Alaskan wilderness to potential oil exploration. Sign this petition to say no to more destruction of Alaska’s landscape.
Protect Women, Children, the Elderly, and the Sick From Republican Healthcare Repeal
Breaking their promise to protect women, children, the elderly and the sick, Republican senators are frantically pushing a healthcare repeal bill that would strip coverage from these groups, leaving tens of millions of Americans without healthcare. Why? Because this is what Trump wants and they are eager to do his bidding, and they fear the wrath of wealthy GOP donors. Demand the few remaining patriotic senators do what’s right and reject this mean-spirited attack on millions of people.
House of Representatives: Do Not Destroy Anti-Overfishing Law
A proposed bill would roll back the law governing fisheries, essentially legalizing the overfishing and allowing the extinction of many vulnerable fish species. Sign this petition to demand this bill be voted down in the House of Representatives.
Dogs Allegedly Covered in Ticks, Starved and Fed Maggot Water Deserve Justice
Three dogs were allegedly neglected and denied clean water, leading to the death of one dog. The dogs were reportedly covered in ticks and dangerously malnourished. Demand justice for these poor dogs.
Stop Neglect and Abuse of Animals During Transport in Europe
Widespread neglect has been revealed in the live animal export industry, including animals being left for days in extreme weather without food or water. Demand a crackdown on this rampant abuse.
Release Human Rights Defenders in Saudi Arabia
Two prominent human rights defenders have been arrested by Saudi Arabian authorities. Sign the petition and demand their release.
Punish Prison Guard Accused of Kicking Kitten
A prison guard allegedly kicked a feral kitten high up into the air, breaking its leg. Demand that the guard responsible is found and fired.
Facebook: Release Ads Linked With Russian Meddling in American Election
Facebook has recently discovered $100,000 in ads reportedly sponsored in secret by Russian agents, targeting American voters to influence the 2016 presidential election. Demand that the content of these ads be released to the public.
Justice for Badger Allegedly Left to Bleed to Death in Trap
Thousands of badgers are targeted in an ongoing cull in the United Kingdom, where badgers are shot or left to suffer in traps for hours on end. In a recent case, a badger reportedly bled to death in one such trap. Sign this petition to demand that this inhumane trapping be brought to an immediate end.
