The initiative aims to present the Commisison strategy and to raise consumers' empowerment on animal welfare. The event will offer the possibility to analyse the opportunities given by the market driven approach, to reinforce the implementation of the current animal welfare legislation and to present the latest developments in animal welfare research and sciences.
Compassion in World Farming and the FAO are jointly hosting this event and invite diplomats, policy makers and MEPs to join them for a fascinating evening of inspiration, idea-sharing and solution-seeking with an elite group of first-rate speakers.
To support the implementation by Members of OIE animal welfare standards, with particular attention to relevant strategies and tools, including at the regional level. The conference also aims to raise the profile of the OIE animal welfare standards in general and to encourage Veterinary Services and the veterinary profession to take a lead role in improving animal welfare.
