Welfare Science

Animal Welfare: Welfare in Schools Programme

Animal welfare education programmes in schools build welfare literacy and compassion in the next generation of citizens.

Key Facts

Scientific evidence guides best practice in this welfare area
Welfare improvements are achievable at reasonable cost
Public awareness and consumer choice drive positive welfare change
Every informed person strengthens the animal welfare movement

Welfare Considerations

Well-designed school welfare programmes that engage students with animal experience, welfare science, and effective action create lasting welfare literacy. Early welfare education is an investment in the future welfare advocacy community.

What You Can Do

Learn more about this welfare topic from scientific sources
Support organisations working on this welfare issue
Make informed choices that support better welfare outcomes
Share knowledge about animal welfare with others