Hello! Here you can find the December updates from Animal Equality in all the countries in which we operate. We hope that you find it helpful and inspiring. We will also include our current job openings, knowing that we can count on your support to share them with the people you think might be a perfect fit for the role!

Below you will find December updates:

Animal Equality - UK

Demo calling on supermarket conglomerate to follow through on its cage-free pledges

Our team and volunteers carried out a peaceful demonstration in London to urge Ahold Delhaize - a supermarket conglomerate known for its US chains: Giant, Stop & Shop, Hannaford, and Food Lion - to act on its commitments to remove gestation crates for pigs and cages for hens from its supply chain. Our efforts continue!

Hirings:

Campaigns and Public Affairs Manager (Full-time, remote in UK; application deadline of 17th January)
Administrative Officer (Full-time, remote in UK; application deadline of 17th January)
Philanthropy Specialist (Full-time, remote in UK; applications accepted on a rolling basis)

Animal Equality - Italy

Cascina Italia, one of Italy's largest egg producers, has published its cage-free commitment after consistent efforts by Animal Equality Italy

The company eliminated cages on its own farm in 2013 and in contract farming by 2014. Beginning in January 2025, all fresh eggs sold to Italian consumers under its brands will come from free-range, barn, or organic systems. Furthermore, by 2030, the company committed to establish private agreements with suppliers that exclusively operate cage-free farms. Cascina Italia's detailed policy has been achieved through persistent dialogue since 2020. The success reflects the team's perseverance, expertise, and strategic corporate outreach work.

More than 100 activist in Milan for the International Animal Rights day

On 10th December 2024, coinciding with the International Animal Rights Day, Animal Equality activists gathered in Milan's Castello Sforzesco square to honor animals exploited in the food industry. The event featured displays of instruments used in factory farming, such as castration and tail-docking pliers, to raise public awareness about the cruelty these animals endure. Additionally, Ombretta Alessandrini, Animal Equality Italy's Campaigns Manager, emphasized the day's significance during a live interview on...

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