7th Africa Animal Welfare Conference (AAWC) Resolutions 2023

7th Africa Animal Welfare Conference Resolutions 2023

Towards Sustainable Animal Welfare in Africa

The 7th Africa Animal Welfare Conference (AAWC) 2023 focused on advancing discussions and recommendations to strengthen animal welfare within Africa’s development agenda. Over three days, key stakeholders deliberated on strategies to transform food systems, improve disaster response for animals, and promote ethical practices.

The following recommendations highlight the resolutions developed to guide policy, awareness, and action across the continent:

Key Resolutions of the 7th AAWC 2023

1. Mainstreaming Animal Welfare in Development Agendas

AAWC will lobby for the inclusion of animal welfare in Africa’s development agenda, emphasizing ethical and spiritual aspects to:

• Promote sustainable food systems
• Avoid intensive agricultural practices

2. Advocating for Better Livestock Production Systems

Through the African Union Commission (AUC), AAWC will champion the adoption and implementation of improved livestock production systems that prioritize animal welfare.

3. Disaster Management for Animals

AAWC will advocate for the development of a comprehensive disaster management plan to address the needs of animals affected by catastrophic events in Africa.

4. Promoting Inter-Religious Dialogue on Animal Welfare

The conference underscored the importance of increasing the role of religion in promoting animal welfare through:

• Educational awareness programs
• Inter-religious collaboration to raise consciousness

5. Enhancing CSO Engagement for Human, Animal, and Environmental Wellbeing

In partnership with UNEP, AAWC will continue promoting Civil Society Organization (CSO) engagement for enhanced wellbeing across human, animal, and environmental ecosystems.

6. Alternatives to Animals in Education and Research

AAWC will champion the development of policies that encourage the use of alternatives to animals in education, research, and testing.

7. Transforming Africa’s Food Systems

AAWC will drive discussions on transforming Africa’s food systems to:

• Promote humane farming practices
• Encourage high animal welfare standards
• Support indigenous local foods
• Explore alternative proteins

8. Addressing Specific Animal Welfare Challenges

AAWC will advocate for policies and legal frameworks that address:

• Dog population control
• Human-wildlife conflicts
• Fish welfare

9. Collaborating with Governments and Stakeholders

Through the AUC, AAWC will collaborate with:

• Governments
• Organizations
• Stakeholders

This collaboration will ensure the integration of animal welfare into policies, consciousness, and everyday practices.

Advancing Animal Welfare in Africa

The 7th Africa Animal Welfare Conference marks a critical step toward achieving sustainable animal welfare standards in Africa. Through multi-stakeholder engagement and strategic partnerships, these resolutions can drive meaningful progress in animal protection, sustainable food systems, and disaster preparedness.

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