The massive global exploitation of animals is worsening.  In this unsettled political climate, the protection and conservation of animals is sorely neglected.

The Endangered Species Act is itself endangered, and looming federal cuts to science and environmental protection threaten critical animal habitat and well-being.

The Rethinking Animals Summit 2017 was an assembly of science, health, business, conservation, animal welfare, security and ethics leaders and concerned citizens that addressed the volatile coexistence of human and non-human animals in a world threatened by rampantly exploitative economic activities.

It’s goal was to ignite sustainable actions to create a healthy and humane future that includes the protection of all creatures.