OCEAN POLLUTION: 11 FACTS YOU NEED TO KNOW

So how does trash get into the ocean? It’s dumped, pumped, spilled, leaked and even washed out with our laundry. Each year, we expose the world’s waterways to an increasing variety of pollutants — plastic debris, chemical runoff, crude oil and more.

Food System Impacts on Biodiversity Loss

This paper explores the role of the global food system as the principal driver of accelerating biodiversity loss. It explains how food production is degrading or destroying natural habitats and contributing to species extinction. The paper outlines the challenges and trade-offs involved in redesigning food systems to restore biodiversity and/or prevent further biodiversity loss, and presents recommendations for action.

25 IDEAS TO INSPIRE YOUR ANIMAL RIGHTS ACTIVISM

From the child who asks her parents where meat comes from, launching her family on a vegan journey, to the attorney arguing cases to improve the lives of billions of factory farmed animals, animal rights activism takes many forms. Each person who lives a vegan lifestyle or marches for animal rights is one more voice speaking up for animals. And, lucky for us, there are infinite opportunities for compassionate action every day.

How to Be an Activist

Anyone can become an effective advocate for animals – all you need is passion and commitment. But these simple tips can help you maximise your impact and make sure your message is loud and clear.