The Asia for Animals podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

The capacity of the Asian farmed animal and diet change NGO advocacy sector remains critically lacking compared to the scale of the issue. Additionally, global fund distribution remains disproportionate to the magnitude of the problem, creating challenges for organizations on the ground.  Join Jessika Ava from Thrive Philanthropy and Wanyi Zeng from Welfare Matters as we explore the findings of our Report on the Capacity and Funding Landscape of the Asian Farm Animal Movement and discuss how funders and capacity-building organizations can work towards strengthening the farm animal welfare movement in Asia.

This episode delves into the critical link between animal welfare and climate action, highlighting the discussions and outcomes from the recent Bonn Climate Change Conference and setting the stage for the upcoming COP29 in Baku, Azerbaijan.

Host Ngoc Anh Nguyen and guest Angel Flores from World Animal Protection explore the challenges and opportunities of integrating animal welfare into global climate policies.

They discuss key takeaways, strategic advocacy points, and the vital role of public support and cross-sector collaboration in pushing for meaningful change. The conversation underscores the urgent need to recognize animal welfare as a fundamental component of climate resilience.

The illegal wildlife trade seems impossible to overcome, and is harming millions of animals and our ecosystems around the world. In this episode we ask the question - is it possible to stop illegal trade of wild animals? Joining us today is Karmele Llano Sanchez, from Yayasan International Animal Rescue Indonesia. Karmele will be sharing with us how they managed to dramatically slow, and almost stop the illegal trade of Asia’s mysterious slow loris.

Join long time AfA Coalition core member organization Born Free Foundation (BFF) to discover the challenges faced by a vast number of wild animals being kept and traded as pets.

Dr. Mark Jones and Chris Lewis of BFF take us deep into this global issue, as well as their multi-pronged approach to find solutions.

To celebrate International Turtle Day, delve into the fascinating world of turtles!

Learn more about these amazing animals in this episode, from their shells, to their navigation skills and parental care, you'll also learn about the threats that they face and conservation initiatives that have helped save endangered populations! 

In this episode, we delve into the nuances of animal welfare advocacy in Latin America with Luis Sarmiento, Founder and Director of Proyecto ALA. With a rich background in animal welfare and protection, Luis shares his insights on the challenges and strategies employed in Latin America and discusses the parallels with Asian efforts in policy advocacy.

The conversation explores the importance of global policy forums, effective strategies for engaging national governments, and the benefits of collaboration between Latin American and Asian animal welfare advocates. Join us to gain a deeper understanding of cross-regional efforts and how they can inform and strengthen our advocacy work.

To round up International Macaque Week 2024, we explore the vital work of Social Media Animal Cruelty Coalition (SMACC) member organizations Lady Freethinker and Action for Primates in combating the exploitation of macaques in online cruelty content. We discuss the global reach of this issue and the challenges faced by animal advocates in getting social media platforms to take down abusive content. Find out more about our guest organizations at https://ladyfreethinker.org/ and https://actionforprimates.org/

In celebration of International Macaque Day, we're featuring quick macaque tales from a variety of macaque people - a new, personal story each day! Today we hear from Dr. Lisa Jones-Engel, Senior Science Advisor, PETA.

Learn more at www.macaquecoalition.com/international-macaque-week

In celebration of International Macaque Day, we're featuring quick macaque tales from a variety of macaque people - a new, personal story each day! Today we hear from Cris Armengol from the Gibbon Conservation Society.

Learn more at www.macaquecoalition.com/international-macaque-week

In celebration of International Macaque Day, we're featuring quick macaque tales from a variety of macaque people - a new, personal story each day! Today we hear from anthropologist Professor Erin Riley.

Learn more at www.macaquecoalition.com/international-macaque-week