News from International Fund for Animal Welfare.... I bet many do not know who IFAW and their continuing fight to save all animals and their habitat throughout the world. Founded in 1969 by Brian Davies, an animal activist with a beautiful heart and soul submerged himself in saving animals in crisis and from extreme barbaric actions against them. IFAW started when Brian Davies and a group of citizens came together to stop Canada and other countries from commercial seal hunts slaughtering hundreds of baby seals. Stopping the seal hunts became his passion and since their inception more than 40 years ago, IFAW has become the most effective International Organization in saving Wildlife, Endangered Species (their habitats) dogs, cats, and birds in crisis. They have many landmark findings such as in their report "Wanted...Dead or Alive"where they found online Wildlife Trade of live animals, their parts and products being available for sale in more than 16 countries. and more. Just recently through their help and a panel of legal teams, the International Court of Justice found the the Japan's commercial Whale Hunt in the southern seas, illegal and against International Law. Their rescues expand globally in more than 40 countries. They work with partnering organizations and groups to continue to implement their mission in saving and protecting all species of animals, including all marine life and their habitats. Azzedine Downes is the President and CEO for IFAW and is responsible for the strategic vision that will guide IFAW contribution to uphold conservation and animal welfare worldwide... Their vision... to ensure that all species of animals must be respected, as well as their habitats and all species will be protected and saved from extinction by continuing to influence policy and practices at the international level, as well as nationally... Their vision is our vision.. Every species of animal, and marine life was created with purpose..they are all a very intrinsic part in keeping our ecosystems balanced and healthy.. please share and I hope you do take the time to read their news reports.. Mahalo nui loa

Newsletter / September 2016
Thanks for helping the animals

Dear Tia, Here are three quick facts about pangolins: They're scaly, burrowing mammals that live in Africa and Asia. They're the most illegally traded mammal in the world, with an estimated 1.1 million traded in just the last decade. They've just won new protections, thanks to IFAW supporters and a coalition of animal and conservation groups. I've always been fascinated by pangolins, and concerned for their survival, so I'm thrilled to share this news with you. I hope you're proud of how your support and actions are making a difference for all kinds of animals, from our cat and dog companions, to charismatic animals like elephants and big cats, to more exotic creatures like cobras, saiga antelope, and pangolins. It shows how every animal is vital, and how, together, we can make a lifesaving difference for them.	Azzedine Downes IFAW President

Hawaii IUCN meeting advances animal protections
I recently traveled to Honolulu, Hawaii for the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) World Conservation Congress. The meeting occurs once every four years and brings leaders and decision-makers from government, civil society, indigenous peoples, business, and academia. We made some great progress for animals. Here are some highlights. Read More

IFAW-WTI aids 4,000 animals in flood-stricken India
When heavy rains flooded vast tracts of land in India, our rescue teams mobilized and arrived at the worst-affected areas just in time. Read more about this monumental effort. Read More

Huntwatch The thrilling IFAW documentary Huntwatch is making its TV debut on Discovery Channel Sept 22 at 10PM ET.	PLEASE DONATE Our work depends on your generous support. Please give what you can to help the animals.

IFAW Youth Forum highlights next generation of animal protectors
The Youth Forum for People and Wildlife is both an online community and in-person conference for young leaders to learn, share and connect with people around the world as they explore animal welfare, wildlife conservation, and global commercial trade issues. Thirty-four extraordinary young leaders in conservation and animal welfare from around the world have been selected from a pool of nearly 1,000 candidates as delegates. Learn more about this groundbreaking conference and how you can get involved. Read More

(Slideshow) Louisiana flood update: pet & family reunions begin
It's one of the best parts of our jobs as animal rescuers. When disasters strike, animals often need to be rescued and sheltered apart from their families, but once their families can return home, the shelter reunions can begin. Cue the tears of joy. Read about our response and shelter reunions.