Category Archives: Uncategorized

AIA is extremely disappointed by the unacceptably high levels of animal testing that still continues in the UK and believes that much more should be done to use alternatives  methods.  AIA’s Dr Schweitzer/Gandhi Fund invests in research into alternative methods with the Dr Hadwen Trust, to help both humans and animals. – Article by DrContinue reading “Four million animals were used in British experiments in 2015 – why aren’t we using alternative methods?”

Indian Sun to donate half of profits to international wildlife charity the Born Free Foundation. Former accountant Matt Hepplewhite has launched a new premium gin to “remind people how good gin can be”.  Indian Sun (RRP £29.95 for 0.7cl) is a blend of juniper, coriander, fresh citrus zests, crushed almonds and proprietary herbs distilled inContinue reading “New Premium Gin to Support the Born Free Foundation”

This year, Joyce D’Silva is standing down from a leading role in Compassion in World Farming (CIWF), after a career spanning 30 years, first as an employee, then as its Chief Executive, and finally as its Ambassador.  On behalf of the Animal Interfaith Alliance (AIA), I was very pleased to attend the wonderful event heldContinue reading “Celebration of 30 Years of Joyce D’Silva at CIWF”

The Animal Interfaith Alliance is supporting The Compassion Project, a feature length documentary film that strives to inspire and encourage those already on a religious or spiritual path, to expand their circle of compassion to embrace all life, regardless of species, and make choices in alignment with this value.  To support The Compassion Project andContinue reading “AIA is Supporting The Compassion Project”

The summer edition of The Ark, the magazine of Catholic Concern for Animals is out now. Get your free online copy or a hard copy for £3.00 by emailing Chris Fegan at chrisfegancca@gmail.com

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lfWeUIyxCjE AIA Director, Rev. Prof. Martin Henig, talks about animals at Oxford’s Wycliffe Hall – June 2016.

The Animal Interfaith Alliance (AIA) is saddened by the UK’s EU Referendum Result. The AIA values multiculturalism and a multi-faith society.  We recognise and value the wisdom that diverse cultures and faiths bring to our society.  We acknowledge our many shared values, particularly our compassion for all sentient beings. We will continue WORKING TOGETHER FOR ANIMALS.

Pune courts unsympathetic to suffering of blind and sick elephants orders rescued and elephants under treatment to be sent from rescue centre back to circus! In a shocking order by a Pune court, four suffering elephants used by a circus for illegal performances were ordered to be sent back to the Rambo Circus based on a loophole created byContinue reading “Dark Day For Animal Welfare In India”

All are welcome to attend the London Vegans Monthly Meeting on Wednesday 29th June at 7.00pm, where Thom Bonneville and Sarah Dunning from the Animal Interfaith Alliance will be the guest speakers. Thom and Sarah will be talking about the extraordinary new movement from members of all faiths who have come together to be a voiceContinue reading “All Welcome to AIA Talk at London Vegans”

AIA Member organisation, the Institute of Jainology (IoJ) met with Pope Francis at the Vatican on 1 June 2016.        The Institute of Jainology (IoJ), the international Jain organisation promoting Jainism in government and inter-religious affairs, led its third delegation to the Vatican to meet with the Pontifical Council for Inter-religious Dialogue (PCID). The lastContinue reading “Pope Francis thanks Jains for Commitment to Care for the Planet”