Animal Protection Austria presents as part of a Online press conference am October 29th at 11:00 presented the “Animal Manifesto”, a 12-point action plan that calls on the future governing parties to act together. With clear demands for animal welfare and due to the climate crisis and health risks, the organization is pushing for animal welfare to be considered as a priority issue in ongoing government negotiations.
Intact ecosystems are indispensable in the fight against the climate crisisthe consequences of which have long been felt in the middle of society. Without animal protection there is a risk Collapse of the health systemas antibiotics will lose their effectiveness by 2050. In addition: 75 percent of all infectious diseases come from animals that are under immense stress. The health system is not prepared for this.
The “Animal Manifesto” provides answers.
The “Animal Manifesto” also calls for a say and party status for recognized environmental organizations and animal protection organizations in the legislative process and enforcement, mandatory labeling of the type of animal husbandry on food, the end of live animal transport to third countries, an increase in the organic content in public institutions and the promotion of plant-based nutrition.
Additionally you need one Fairer taxation of animal welfare and plant products. It is unfair that consumers of animal welfare-improved and climate-friendly products pay extra, while those who cause animal suffering are held less or not accountable.
Am Podium:
- Leona Fux, MSc, species protection and wildlife expert from Tierschutz Austria
- Esther Kronthaler, MSc, animal protection policy expert at Tierschutz Austria
Online press conference: Animal manifesto calls on politicians to act
Datum: October 29, 2024, 11:00 a.m. – October 29, 2024, 12:00 p.m
Art: Press conference
Ort: Online
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