End Trade of Live Animals to Stop Zoonotic Diseases
The live animal trade in wet markets spreads zoonotic diseases such as COVID-19. Call for strict hygiene standards and humane alternatives to protect animal welfare and public health.
Petitions:
Stop Cruel Poisoning, Starving, and Abuse of Street Dogs
Street dogs in India face physical abuse, poisoning, neglect, and suffer from malnutrition and diseases. Sign this petition to support protection for these vulnerable animals.
Don’t Deprive Drivers of Radio Emergency Alerts
Crucial emergency alerts may soon be lost to drivers of new vehicles that lack AM radio. Demand the traffic agency tasked with saving lives protect this life-saving service.
Stop Using Live Animals in Keychains and Trinkets
Animals experience immense suffering when they are captured, trapped in fluid filled pouches, and placed in trinkets and keychains while still alive. This for-profit cruelty must be stopped. Sign to urge lawmakers to ban this practice and protect animal welfare.
Protect Migratory Animals From Displacement Due to Habitat Destruction
Protecting migratory animals and their habitats is crucial for maintaining a healthy and balanced environment. Demand action be taken to promote conservation efforts and to preserve the areas where these important species thrive.
Stop Starving, Torturing, and Beating Elephants for Tourism
Elephant riding is one of the most inhumane and exploitative practices in the tourism industry, causing the animals physical and psychological abuse, malnutrition, and chronic health problems. Take a stand against this cruelty.
Protect Bees by Restricting Use of Pesticides
Pesticides are contributing to the decline of bee populations, which could have a devastating impact on our food supply and ecosystems. Demand their use be restricted to protect pollinators.
Stop Maiming and Amputating Live Animals for Military Exercises
Dogs, goats, pigs, and other animals are violently mutilated or endure other trauma during military training exercises. Demand an end to this abuse.
Stop Celebrating Mass Slaughter With Rattlesnake Roundup
Rattlesnakes are being forced from their dens, exploited, and slaughtered by the thousands for the amusement of human spectators. Demand an end to deadly rattlesnake roundups that trade in barbaric cruelty.
Stop the Cruel Practice of Hacking Fins Off Sharks
Shark finning is a cruel, destructive industry that causes immense suffering and threatens the survival of shark species. Take action to stop the sale of products containing shark fins.
Put Kids First and End Permitless Carry for Guns
Politicians who refuse to take meaningful action on gun violence have blood on their hands. The state where the latest mass shooting took place now wants to make it even easier to buy and carry these deadly weapons. Call on these so-called leaders to stop arming dangerous killers.
Stop Keeping Orca Whales in Captivity
Orca whales suffer severe physical and emotional distress when held in captivity. Their barren and confining tanks are torturous for these intelligent mammals. Urge those in power to end this inhumane imprisonment.
Preserve Mountain Lion Habitats to Protect the Ecosystem
Mountain lions are in danger of extinction due to habitat loss and fragmentation. Their survival is essential to preserving the ecosystem. Demand those in power take action to protect this species and promote environmental conservation.
Success: Allegedly Corrupt Prime Minister Will be Prosecuted to Fullest Extent
After a prime minister was indicted on charges of breach of trust, bribery, and fraud, his ruling party allegedly tried to illegally influence his ongoing trial to keep him in office. Thanks to protestors, this violation of justice has been prevented. Acknowledge this important success of the judicial system.
Stop the Cruel Sale of Illegally Imported Chameleons
The sale of illegally imported chameleons threatens public safety and wildlife. Demand a crackdown on this inhumane trade.
Stop Illegal Smuggling of Exotic Snakes That Harms Ecosystems
Exotic snake smuggling is a cruel and illegal trade that is harming both animals and humans. It not only endangers those who encounter the snakes, but also disrupts ecosystems. Urge the US Fish and Wildlife Service to take action and prevent this illegal activity.
Stop the Hunting, Trapping, and Killing of Endangered Wolves
The hunting and killing of endangered wolves is threatening their survival and jeopardizing the balance of the ecosystem. Demand a ban on wolf hunting and conservation measures to protect this important species and maintain the ecological health of Montana’s wilderness.
Protect Hundreds of Historic Trees Threatened by Construction
Hundreds of ancient trees along a historic road are at risk of being cut down due to the construction of a series of bridges. The only way to save them is to name them as historical landmarks. Demand the administration act now before it’s too late.
Save Hens From Lifetime of Inhumane Confinement
Too many of the eggs made available to consumers are produced from long-standing animal cruelty. Battery cages subject egg-laying hens to cramped and dirty living conditions that they must endure their entire lives. Demand a swift ban on these instruments of inhumanity.
Stop Using Traps that Maim and Crush Animals to Death
Wild animals are being targeted with traps that kill indiscriminately by crushing them to death or catching them in cruel leg-holds. Demand an end to this inhumane practice that threatens both wildlife and innocent pets.
Don’t Traumatize Kids With Deplorable Detention Centers
Inhumane detention centers once widely condemned for their scarring impact on children may be making a comeback. And the very people who criticized them most loudly could be responsible. Call on the nation’s leaders to stop playing politics with the lives of desperate refugees.
Success: School Workers Granted Higher Wages and Healthcare
Thousands of striking school workers demanded higher wages and healthcare and the authorities have relented. It’s a major victory for social justice and fundamental human rights. Celebrate this historic success in solidarity with these determined workers.
Dogs Apparently Starved to Death Deserve Justice
Dozens of animals were apparently found starved to death in the backyard of a former animal control worker. Demand the suspect be fully prosecuted and serve time in prison, if found guilty.
Protect the Public From Dangerous Toxic Chemicals
Crucial updated regulations of toxic chemicals have been repeatedly delayed, potentially due to political ambitions. This puts both the environment and innocent people at risk. Demand the policymakers act fast and enact a powerful regulatory system.
Celebrate Women’s History on the History Channel
A television channel meant to provide informative and educational accounts of history is virtually ignoring the accomplishments and legacy of women. Demand the History Channel better reflect the past and present of all people.
