Exposing the animals within
our food systems

Exposing the animals within
our fashion industries

Exposing the animals within
our entertainment industries

Exposing the animals within
the environment and climate crisis

Exposing the animals within
research and medicine

Exposing the animals within
global health issues

We advocate for animals through photojournalism.

Our global investigations and stories expose our complex relationships with animals. We work with NGOs, media and advocates to initiate ethical and cultural shifts in society, and empower human capacity for compassion and change. Learn more about our mission.

Our stock site offers 30,000+ photos and video clips of animal issues around the globe. Non-commercial (free) and commercial licensing available.

Recent Work

We equip animal advocacy organizations and media outlets with the impactful images necessary for campaigns and animal-focused stories. Our photographers and videographers are available for assignments worldwide. Partner with us for your stories or campaigns.

Documenting Horse Meat Production in Indonesia

September 26, 2024 | Our Food Systems

Our complex relationship with horses spans continents and cultures, highlighting the connection between our uses of these highly sensitive animals. Photojournalist Muhammad Fajri recently documented horse meat production in Indonesia.

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Frontline Heroes: The Brave Mission to Rescue Animals in Ukraine

July 11, 2024 | Compassion and Change

We Animals contributing photographer Anzhelika Kozachenko accompanied UAnimals, a Ukrainian environmental and animal protection charity, to document the team’s rescue operations across several regions on the frontlines of Russia’s occupation.

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Life was on our side: The hens who got a second chance

May 27, 2024 | Compassion and Change

A recent large-scale rescue operation in Oregon, US involved numerous individuals and sanctuaries with one shared goal – to save as many birds as possible from further exploitation or slaughter. Animal photojournalist Diana Hulet shares the full story with us.

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Featured Stock Galleries

Visit our stock site to explore the latest content in our growing collection of 30,000+ high-quality visuals of animal issues around the globe.

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Horse Meat Production in Indonesia

Explore visuals from Muhammad Fajri's documentation of horse meat production in Indonesia. Horse meat is eaten in many parts of the world, particularly in Eurasia, where it’s popular among locals and foreign tourists.

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Rodeos in North America

Explore visuals from our documentation of animals being abused in North America's rodeos, which include cruel events such as bull and bronco riding, calf-roping, and chuckwagon racing.

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Stray dog culls in Türkiye

Explore visuals from our new contributor, Tunahan Turhan who documented a crime scene investigation team on a mass animal grave, and animal advocates feeding and caring for street dogs living close by.

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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.

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We Animals: Exposing the Animals Within

A fresh look, a return to our original name, and a renewed focus and commitment to advocating for animals through photojournalism.

We are excited to unveil our brand evolution!

This rebrand reflects our journey and growth, but one thing remains unchanged: our dedication to exposing the hidden lives of animals and advocating for their welfare and rights.

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HIDDEN: Animals in the Anthropocene

We Animals’ publication, HIDDEN: Animals in the Anthropocene (2020) is an unflinching book of photography documenting our relationship with non-human animals in the 21st century.

Available in hardcover and e-book formats.

Find out more about this award-winning book, its photojournalists, and upcoming exhibitions.