We are excited to share that Catalina Lopez, our Director of the Aquatic Animal Alliance, will be at the first #AQUAWEL conference, taking place virtually on June 17-18. 📍 Register here: afiwel.com/conference-reg Hosted under the Africa Fish and Aquaculture Welfare (AFIWEL) program, the conference will bring together key stakeholders from the fisheries, #Aquaculture, #OneHealth, and #AnimalWelfare sectors in Africa to discuss best practices, explore evidence-based interventions, and foster cross-sectoral, local, and international collaborations that enhance fish and aquaculture welfare and sustainability. Why attend the #AQUAWEL2025? 🌍 Learn about global best practices and cutting-edge Afrocentric research on ethical fish and aquaculture welfare. 🤝 Connect with experts, policymakers, and industry leaders across fisheries, aquaculture, One Health, and animal welfare. 🐟 Contribute to critical discussions on integrating fish welfare into legal frameworks and aquaculture systems. 🌱 Explore innovative, research-driven solutions to improve fish welfare and sustainability in Africa. 🌐Engage with local and international stakeholders to drive meaningful change in the aquaculture sector. #AquaticLife #AFIWEL #AquaticAnimalWelfare (fb)

🦐🤔 When we talk about the trillions of shrimps, finfish, and other aquatic animals farmed or caught for food every year, each with their own specific needs, how do we begin to establish what welfare means? 📍 At ALI, we have outlined 5 Pillars of Aquatic Animal Welfare as a starting point to improve lives that are often overlooked. Swipe to see them all! 🔗 To learn more about our work and how it impacts billions of animals, check out our link in bio! #Fish #FishWelfare #AquaticLife #AnimalWelfare #Aquaculture (fb)