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The Real Cost of Eggs: A Global Exposé

A Global Investigation Exposes the Hidden Lives of Caged Hens

In collaboration with the Open Wing Alliance, a global coalition of nearly 100 organizations established by The Humane League, and Reporters for Animals International, We Animals releases the largest investigation of its kind: a sweeping, multi-year exposé into the global egg industry.

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Helping animals and shifting cultures in 2024.

In 2024, We Animals’ collective commitment to animal advocacy made significant strides forward. The past year was marked by a period of evolution, growth, and impact for our organization.

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A Global Investigation Exposes the Hidden Lives of Caged Hens

A Global Investigation Exposes the Hidden Lives of Caged Hens

Today, in collaboration with the Open Wing Alliance, a global coalition of nearly 100 organizations established by The Humane League, and Reporters for Animals International, We Animals releases the largest investigation of its kind.
Behind the Label: An Investigation into Italy’s Buffalo Mozzarella Industry

Behind the Label: An Investigation into Italy’s Buffalo Mozzarella Industry

Behind the glossy packaging of Italy’s most iconic cheese lies a reality few consumers ever see. In a recent investigation, We Animals photojournalists Raffaele Petralla and Arianna Fraccon uncovered the hidden costs of Mozzarella di Bufala: environmental harm, economic strain, and the quiet suffering of the animals at its centre.
Crown of Petals

Crown of Petals

Join We Animals photojournalist Shatabdi Chakrabarti as she moves through an egg production facility in India, documenting the lives of thousands of individuals who live inside.
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Featured Stock Galleries

Visit our stock site to explore the latest content in our growing collection of 35,000+ high-quality visuals of animal issues around the globe.

Italy's Buffalo Mozzarella Industry

In our recent in-depth investigation, We Animals photojournalists Raffaele Petralla and Arianna Fraccon uncovered the hidden costs of Mozzarella di Bufala. Explore these visuals.

The Global Egg Industry

In collaboration with The Open Wing Alliance and Reporters for Animals, We Animals has released the largest-ever investigation into industrialized egg farms. Explore visuals.

Animal Research in Mexico

In collaboration with Te Protejo, Jo-Anne McArthur documented inside an animal breeding facility that supplies rats and mice for biomedical research. Explore these compelling visuals.

The Future of Food

Explore our Future of Food gallery for images and videos of mouth-watering plantbased dishes and products that inspire compassionate choices.

News and Updates

Unveiling the Hidden Costs of Factory Farming at the European Parliament

Unveiling the Hidden Costs of Factory Farming at the European Parliament

Investigation Exposes Truth Behind Egg Industry’s Deceptive Marketing Claims

Investigation Exposes Truth Behind Egg Industry’s Deceptive Marketing Claims

A World Book Day Offer

A World Book Day Offer

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