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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 40,000+ photos and videos of animal issues around the globe. Non-commercial (free) and commercial licensing available.

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Your monthly donation will support We Animals’ work to document the stories of animals used for human purposes and connect those stories to the individuals, organizations and media who can amplify their reach.

Jaime and Ian cuddle in the barn. Farm Sanctuary, USA, 2023. Jo-Anne McArthur / We Animals

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Lighting the Spark

In 2025, the We Animals leadership team came together to articulate our Theory of Change and shape a new three-year Strategic Plan.

We’re thrilled to now share this vision publicly! Read on.

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Watch Our Latest Short Docs

On 10 February, we premiered our two new films, Permission to Harm (Ira Moon, 2025) and Maria and the Flock (Austin Meyer, 2025), at The Revue Cinema in Toronto.

Now, we are thrilled to share those films with you, wherever you are! Both films are now streaming on YouTube.

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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.

Fear, Determination, and Relief: My Night on a Fur Farm

December 2, 2024 | Our Fashion Industries

The only good thing about going to a fur farm is leaving the fur farm. Better yet if you’ve got an extra somebody with you. We came as six and left as seven. During a recent visit to Poland, Jo-Anne McArthur accompanied animal rights organization Anima International to document conditions for animals on a fur farm.

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Thanksgiving, Turkeys & Tofurky

November 21, 2024 | Compassion and Change

46,000,000. This is the number of turkeys that Americans will slaughter to eat and give thanks this US Thanksgiving. Use these visuals to inspire compassionate choices this holiday season.

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Trash-choked Shores: The Impact of Plastic Waste on Coastal Communities and Marine Life

November 14, 2024 | Global Health Issues, The Environment and Climate Crisis

We Animals photojournalist Resha Juhari visited Sukaraja Beach in Indonesia’s Lampung Province to document the mass accumulation of plastic waste negatively impacting marine life, the environment, and coastal residents' health.

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Featured Stock 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.

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Buffalo Racing in India

In collaboration with the Federation of Indian Animal Protection Organisations (FIAPO), We Animals photojournalist Manju N Gowda documented the spectacle of buffalo racing, or Kambala, a cultural event in coastal Karnataka, India. Explore these visuals.

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Dairy Farming in Sweden

In 2025, Djurrättsalliansen, a Swedish animal rights organization, documented Sweden’s dairy industry with photojournalist Noah Marsten. Explore these visuals.

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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.

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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.

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News and Updates

Announcing Our 2024 Animal Photojournalism Fellows

June 27, 2024 | News

Announcing Our 2024 Animal Photojournalism Fellows

May 30, 2024 | News

Our Top 10 Images For World Day For Laboratory Animals

April 24, 2024 | Top 10

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