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American Humane (AH) is an animal welfare organization founded in 1877 committed to ensuring the safety, welfare, and well-being of animals. It was previously called the International Humane Association before changing its name in 1878. In 1940, it became the sole monitoring body for the humane treatment of animals on the sets of Hollywood ...
The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) is an American nonprofit organization that focuses on animal welfare and opposes animal-related cruelties of national scope. It uses strategies that are beyond the abilities of local organizations. [3] It works on issues including pets, wildlife, farm animals, horses and other equines, and animals ...
Jean Shafiroff (née Lutri) is an American philanthropist, author, advocate, and socialite. [1][2][3] Serving on multiple national and regional philanthropic boards, she is the ambassador and spokesperson for American Humane Feed the Hungry COVID-19 Program. [4][5][6][7] She is the host of the television show "Successful Philanthropy" on LTV.
Wayne Pacelle. Wayne Pacelle (born August 4, 1965) is an American animal rights and animal welfare activist, non-profit businessperson and author. Two of his books have been New York Times best-sellers. Pacelle is the founder of Animal Wellness Action, a 501 (c) (4) organization that promotes legal standards against cruelty and he is president ...
On April 19, 1866, the first anti-cruelty law was passed in NY since the founding of ASPCA, and the organization was granted the right to enforce anti-cruelty laws. In 1867, ASPCA operated its first ambulance for injured horses and began advocating for more humane treatment of animals such as horses, live pigeons, cats, and dogs.
Josh Balk (born September 24, 1979) is an American activist, currently serving as CEO of The Accountability Board, which he co-founded. Previously, he was vice president of farm animal protection for the Humane Society of the United States (HSUS) farm animal division.
Robin Ganzert. Robin Ganzert is the president and CEO of American Humane, the country's oldest national humane organization. [1] American Humane works to protect animals and children from abuse and harm. [2] Ganzert is the author of the book Animal Stars: Behind the Scenes with Your Favorite Animal Actors (2014). [3]
Matthew E. Bershadker was named president and CEO of American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) in May 2013 [1] and serves on the Global Animal Partnership 's Board of Directors. [2] He holds an MBA from Johns Hopkins Carey Business School [3] and a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications from Ohio University.