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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.

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Frontline Heroes: The Brave Mission to Rescue Animals in Ukraine

Frontline Heroes: The Brave Mission to Rescue Animals in Ukraine

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

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

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.
Beekeeping and Honey Production in Türkiye

Beekeeping and Honey Production in Türkiye

Havva Zorlu’s documentation of bees used for honey production in Turkiye offers a rare glimpse into the lives of these remarkable insects. Through her compelling visuals, Havva asks us to consider bees in a new light–not just from the lens of the precious food source they produce.
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Featured Image Galleries

Visit our stock site to explore the latest content in our growing collection of 40,000+ high-quality visuals of animal issues around the globe.

Industrial Shrimp Farming

In collaboration with Animal Welfare Observatory, we conducted an international investigation into the shrimp farming industry. Explore visuals from Indonesia and Ecuador.

Factory Farming in Canada

We Animals Fellow Ira Moon documented the experiences of human labourers and farmed animals inside Canada's factory farms, providing a holistic glance at an industry that is failing everyone. Explore visuals from Ira's Fellowship project.

Salmon Farming in Chile

Photojournalist, Marcos Zegers visited several parts of the Chilean salmon industry, including farms, processing plants and a market. 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.

News and Updates

Our Top 10 Images For Earth Day

Our Top 10 Images For Earth Day

Vote For Animal Photojournalism In The PA2F Environmental Photography Award 2024

Vote For Animal Photojournalism In The PA2F Environmental Photography Award 2024

Meet The Team: Jo-Anne McArthur – Founder & President

Meet The Team: Jo-Anne McArthur – Founder & President

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