Our impact for animals in 2023/24
Made possible by your generous support.
With you by our side, we remain committed to building upon current momentum and creating our vision of a world where respect, kindness and compassion are afforded to all. Here's what you helped achieve in 2023/24...
Legislating the phase-out of live sheep exports by sea
21 years after our first investigation revealed the immense suffering of sheep trapped in the trade, legislation to end the live export of sheep by sea has been passed in the federal parliament. Together, we made this happen...
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Our compassionate supporters never gave up, showing up for sheep at rallies and speaking up for them at every opportunity. This year alone, supporters sent 31,481 emails urging the government to end live export cruelty. -
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Since regulations were introduced in 2012, we've lodged 76 legal complaints exposing the unwillingness of exporters to follow the rules, fortifying the political case for live export to end. -
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Since our efforts to end the trade began, the number of sheep exported live by sea each year has dropped by millions – from 6 million annually, to around 500,000. Thankfully, within the next four years, this number will be zero.
We did it! Live sheep export will end. With the passage of this unprecedented legislation, history has been made. And we are one step closer to that kinder world that awaits us all.
Launching world-first legal action on behalf of pigs
Animals who’ve been categorised as ‘food’ are exempt from the protections that are extended to our companion animals. The gassing of pigs in Australian slaughterhouses is one shocking example of what little protection these animals really have, and why our work on their behalf is so important.
Representing the 12,500 pigs who suffer in gas chambers every single day
Most pigs in Australia spend their final moments gasping for air inside a gas chamber – it’s painful and terrifying, and this year, we argued the case in Victoria’s Supreme Court that it is also illegal. This cruel method of slaughter – now standard practice – should never have been approved. For the past 18 months, we have been working on a legal case on behalf of every pig forced to endure unimaginable fear, hidden from view in a cage at the bottom of a dark chamber. If successful, our case would set a precedent for all animals who suffer behind slaughterhouse walls.
Protecting Australian wildlife from being shot for profit or ‘fun’
Despite their ‘protected’ status, wildlife face indiscriminate killing across Australia. Here's how we’ve continued to give these unique animals the protection they deserve.
Helping kangaroos
Advocating for ducks
Defending vulnerable dingoes
Helping animals in conflict and disaster zones around the world
Thanks to the generosity of our donors who extend their support to animals in disasters, crises and conflict zones, we have been able to provide much-needed support to animals and the selfless people helping them across the globe.
Where our global grants have helped animals: Australia | Palestine | Afghanistan | Iraq | Israel | Jordan | Ukraine | Myanmar | Indonesia | Cambodia | Uganda | Tanzania
Sulala Animal Rescue
Animals Australia started supporting the incredible efforts of Sulala Animal Rescue in Gaza three years ago, recognising their extraordinary commitment despite the unfathomable challenges they face. This support continued throughout the last year, with 100% of the proceeds raised through our appeal for Sulala being sent to the team to enable their lifesaving work to continue.
Joining forces for a kinder world
Animals Australia continued collaborating with animal protection allies worldwide through memberships, sponsorships, and funding – and this collaborative approach is proving to have a real impact for animals.
Dog meat now banned in historic ruling
Seven years after Animals Australia’s landmark investigation, the trade and distribution of dog meat in Bali are now illegal. Through our global arm, Animals International, we supported the establishment of Indonesian organisation Sintesia Animalia Indonesia and have continued to assist their tireless work over the years to change hearts, minds, and laws, to transform the lives of dogs on the island.
Thank you for giving so generously to help transform their world
In the face of great challenges, we ‘stay the course’ for animals – because our hearts won’t let us do otherwise.
Financial snapshot.
Animals Australia receives no government funding – every dollar that fuels our campaigns, investigations, legal work, and research comes from our compassionate donors who share our vision of a kinder world for all.
Animals Australia is independently audited every year to ensure transparency and accountability of the generous donations we receive that are channelled into our campaigns and investigations, critical fundraising efforts, and the operational costs required to carry them out on behalf of animals.
Our generous supporters helped animals in Australia, and internationally, throughout the last financial year; shining a light on the suffering of farmed animals, native wildlife, and animals in crises, and inspiring countless individuals to live and eat kindly – the most powerful way to transform the world for animals in need.
Income
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43% Monthly Giving and Membership
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26% Donations – Campaign specific
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1% Merchandise Sales
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5% Investment Income
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25% Bequests
Expense
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67% Animal Protection Programs
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2% Occupancy & Running Costs
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11% Fundraising
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20% Finance, Governance & Management
Animal Protection Programs
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47% Farmed Animal Protection
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2% Live Export
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2% Australian Wildlife Protection
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14% Advocacy, Outreach & Lobbying
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17% Emergency Grants and International Animal Protection
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18% Transforming Food Systems
Thank you for your ongoing support…
Together, we remain committed to building upon current momentum and creating our vision of a world where respect, kindness and compassion are afforded to all. To read more about the work for animals we have undertaken on your behalf, download our full 2023/24 Annual Report.
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You’re the reason we can look to the future filled with hope.
Your contribution will fund initiatives that save countless animal lives and end cruelty. You’re the difference for an egg-laying hen who might never see the light of day; a calf ripped away from his mother after seconds on a dairy farm; a sheep awaiting the horrible fate of live export. Although they can’t thank you, we can’t thank you enough.
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