SpeakOutForAnimals

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Animal Laws

Lets support laws which protect endangered animals

We do it for Animals

SOFA 3rd of March 2018
Walkathon Event

The wild voice

protecting animals is
everyone's responsibility

Speak out for Animals

is against illegal wildlife trade

About Us

Our Vision is to serve as the premier resource for animal law experts in Africa.

Our Mission is to influence the human mindset and inspire behavior change towards animal protection and preservation laws.

Our AGENDA Sofa is dedicated to protect animals through the legal system and our main focus for 2018 will be these 3 areas:

Lobbying for Harmonization of wildlife laws in Zimbabwe.

Advocating for wildlife policies that promote health and sustainable animal populations.

Educating law students and law enforcement officers about existing animal laws.

Living with Animals

As world population increases, humans need more and more resources most of which we share with animals. Its a fact that humans are the top of the chain when it comes to all living organisms so it is our sole responsibilty to make sure we make this world a habitable place for all species.

Fortunately there are laws and regulations put in place by governments and world bodies which are blueprints to an environment where we can live with animals without conflict or taking advantage of them. At SOFA we have taken it as our job to enlighted and educate people from all walks of life of the importance of upholding these animal laws.

Our Projects

SOFA-Student Chapters | Case Monitoring| Lobbying and Advocacy

Our SOFA volunteers are always up on their tores to make sure the community are always updated on animal rights and law. Currently we have 3 ongoing projects here in Zimbabwe, follow us on twitter, facebook and also this website to see and keep track on what we are doing. We thank you for all your support.

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Animal Law and Policy

SOFA stands for what is right for both animals and humans. The more people who have knowledge about the policies and laws which govern human interaction with animals the better a world we live in.

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Upcoming Events

a) Founder Speaking Out for Elephants at the International Free the Oregon Elephants & Film Festival, 27-28 April, 2018.
https://www.freetheelephants.org/speakers/

b) Founder Speaking at III Global animal law Conference, Hong Kong, 3-4 May, 2018.
http://animallawconference.law.hku.hk/speaker-list/

c) Zimbabwe II Animal Training, 7-11 May, 2018.
http://www.speakoutforanimals.org/animallawtraining.html

Past Events

We had our first ever walkathon on the 3rd of March 2018 in Harare, Zimbabwe . It was a great success, SOFA would like to thank everyone who participated in the event. A big thank you to event organisers, below are some pictures from the event.

The event was well attended by people from various walks of life and all ages. We had time to chat with audiences and on-lookers where we spread messages on the importance of protecting wildlife and the legal systems' role in animal legislation. Special shout out to the school kids who attended our event and helped spread the word.

Featured Past Event
7-July-2017

Participants

All who took part

Minister

Honourable O.P.Z Muchinguri Kashiri- Minister of Environment, Water and Climate

Discussions

Mr Chitupa ( Principal, Mushandike College of Wildlife Management)

Speeches

C.Stockhil (Former Save Valley Conservancy Chairman) presenting on protected areas & wildlife modules

Advocating

Advocate E.V Chinoda (Speak Out For Animals) presenting on building initiatives for prosecutors and the judiciary

Legislation

David Dell (Friends of Hwange Trust) addressing gaps in wildlife and ancillary laws through legislation

Animal Law Training II (28 May-1 June 2018)

Did you miss the Animal Law Training which we did in Harare, Zimbabwe from the 26th to the 30th of June 2017? If so no need to worry, below are the daily reports of what took place at the training. Click on the links below to download.