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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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Inside the Foie Gras Industry

Inside the Foie Gras Industry

Foie gras production remains contentious around the globe and its methods have long raised ethical concerns. We Animals photojournalist Pierre Parcoeur recently visited foie gras farms in southwestern France to document the experience of birds living inside these spaces.
Documenting Kaporos Chicken Slaughter in New York

Documenting Kaporos Chicken Slaughter in New York

Kapparot, or Kaporos, a ritual practiced by certain sects of orthodox Jews before Yom Kippur, is taking place in New York this week. In 2022, We Animals photojournalists headed to Brooklyn, New York to document the treatment of animals at this annual event.
The Lives of Chickens Inside Thailand’s Factory Farms

The Lives of Chickens Inside Thailand’s Factory Farms

We Animals photojournalists Haig and Taichi Kaito on assignment with World Animal Protection Thailand.
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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. These visuals offer 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 COP28: Animals & Environmental Disasters

Our Top 10 Images For COP28: Animals & Environmental Disasters

Meet The Team: Cindy Hughes – Brand & Content Specialist

Meet The Team: Cindy Hughes – Brand & Content Specialist

Best Online Photography Courses for Animal Photojournalists

Best Online Photography Courses for Animal Photojournalists

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