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• JLRiedi 15 Jul 2026 23:19 UTC

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  on: EA Or­gani­sa­tion Up­dates thread: July 2026

  From Faunalytics:

  Look Through The Lens

  This month we launched the Faunalytics Lens, a free AI research assistant grounded entirely in our Research Library of more than 6,000 entries. Ask it any question about animal advocacy and it returns a clear, plain-language answer with citations linking straight back to the source. Be sure to check out the companion blog, which explains the project in depth! Special thanks to Kyle Behrend for his support in development, and to Stray Dog Institute for facilitating this process.

  The Multi-Generational Kitchen

  Our latest study, The Multi-Generational Kitchen: How To Market Plant-Based Eating To Indian Gen Z Households, surveyed 801 Gen Z adults in India to understand household food dynamics, consumer segments, and the barriers standing between motivated young people and plant-based eating. The data offers actionable guidance for advocates, marketers, and alternative protein companies operating in one of the world’s most important food markets.

  Faunalytics’ 2026 Mid-Year Report

  The first half of 2026 has been one of the most productive stretches in Faunalytics’ history, and our new mid-year review lays it all out. From globally focused original research spanning India and the Global South, to new Tactics In Practice editions on humane education and corporate outreach, to case studies that trace exactly how our research shapes advocacy strategy on the ground, we’ve been building resources that help advocates turn evidence into impact. Read the full review to see what we’ve accomplished together and what’s coming next.

  Fauna Connections

  Mark your calendar for Fauna Connections, our fifth annual symposium — a free, virtual event for animal advocates. It all happens on September 10, 2026, and we can’t wait to bring the community together again. The day features short, high-impact presentations with live Q&As, interactive breakout sessions, and a keynote from Taylison Santos of the Fórum Nacional de Proteção e Defesa Animal. There’s more to come: we’ll release the full schedule by the end of the month, so stay tuned for the complete lineup. In the meantime, register today to save your spot!

New Re­search From Fau­n­a­lyt­ics: Half Of Gen Z In­di­ans Liv­ing At Home Are Open To Go­ing Vegan

• JLRiedi 16 Jun 2026 16:05 UTC

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  on: EA Or­gani­sa­tion Up­dates thread: June 2026

  News from Faunalytics:

  Welcoming Our Newest Faunalyst, Priscilla

  Faunalytics is thrilled to welcome Priscilla Boadi as our new Community & Research Coordinator. Priscilla brings over seven years of experience in research, community engagement, and program management, with a remarkable track record spanning academia, government, and international development across Canada, Ghana, and West Africa. Priscilla holds a PhD in Human Nutrition from McGill University, where her research focused on food and agriculture policy in Ghana. A skilled communicator and connector, Priscilla excels at translating complex research into clear, actionable resources, and at building the relationships that put that evidence to work. Learn more about Priscilla and the rest of our team by clicking below.

  Join Us For Fauna Connections 2026

  Faunalytics can’t wait to host our fifth annual Fauna Connections symposium — a free, virtual event designed for animal advocates — on September 10, 2026. Hear from leading researchers in the social and behavioral sciences as they share original studies, expert overviews, and meta-analyses with direct relevance to advocacy work. The event features short, impactful presentations with Q&As, interactive breakout sessions, a Faunalytics research presentation, and a keynote by Taylison Santos with Fórum Nacional de Proteção e Defesa Animal. Register today!

  AVA Summit

  Last month, several members of the Faunalytics team traveled to Toronto, Canada, to attend the Animal & Vegan Advocacy (AVA) Summit. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect with fellow advocates and contribute to the broader conversation about how research can strengthen the movement. Four of our team members gave presentations and sat on panels, sharing insights on how data can inform more effective advocacy strategies. We’re so grateful for the thoughtful discussions and the chance to learn from advocates doing incredible work across the globe. If you didn’t have a chance to chat with us at the event, don’t forget that you can always reach out to our free Office Hours for all your research-related questions.

• JLRiedi 11 May 2026 18:52 UTC

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  on: EA Or­gani­sa­tion Up­dates thread: May 2026

  From Faunalytics:
  
  We Want Your Feedback!

  Faunalytics needs your help! We want your feedback to learn how we can improve our work to support the animal advocacy community. We’d be grateful if you could take 5 to 7 minutes to complete our Community Survey this week. As thanks for your time, you could win a $50 gift card or donation to the animal charity of your choice! We greatly value your input as we work to make a bigger difference for animals and advocates.

  NEW RESEARCH: The Aspirational Plate

  We have released the most comprehensive look at global vegetarianism and veganism to date: a synthesis of 837 nationally representative sources across 58 countries from 2015 to 2025. The findings reveal a telling gap between identity and behavior. In North America, for instance, more than four times as many people claim to be vegetarian as actually follow a vegetarian diet. And 87% of the veganism data we found came from Europe and North America, regions that represent only about 16% of the global population, leaving huge knowledge gaps for advocates working in the Global South.

  Updated Global Slaughter Stats

  The 2026 Global Animal Slaughter Statistics & Charts are here. This interactive resource, powered by the latest UN FAO data, tracks the slaughter of land and aquatic animals across every global region, with historical records going back to 1961. This year’s edition adds more granular fish slaughter data, including wild capture versus aquaculture breakdowns, and new country-level maps showing total and per capita land animal slaughter. One finding stands out: animal slaughter continues to grow at more than double the rate of the human population.

  Estimating Resource Savings & Counterfactual Impact

  We are seeking a contractor to help us estimate how much time and money our work saves the animal protection movement — and what would happen in our absence. This project will develop a rigorous, transparent approach to quantifying our indirect impact, including counterfactual analysis and cost-effectiveness framing for Effective Altruism-aligned audiences. We’re looking for someone with strong quantitative and evaluation skills who is comfortable working with uncertainty and translating complex impact into clear, credible estimates.

  Fauna Connections 2026

  Reminder: Abstract submissions are open for Fauna Connections! We’re looking for academics and researchers from the social and behavioral sciences — or related disciplines — to submit presentation abstracts focused on research synthesis. We’re especially interested in comprehensive analyses like meta-analyses or expert overviews that support animal and vegan advocates in the U.S., China, India, and Brazil. Ready to join us? Register now, and if your organization wants to deepen its involvement, sponsorship opportunities are open too!

Re­quest for Pro­pos­als: Es­ti­mat­ing Re­source Sav­ings & Coun­ter­fac­tual Impact

The Aspira­tional Plate: Map­ping The Gap Between Veg*n Iden­tity And Global Behavior

Call for Pre­sen­ta­tion Pro­pos­als for 5th An­nual Fauna Connections

• JLRiedi 13 Apr 2026 17:19 UTC

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  on: EA Or­gani­sa­tion Up­dates thread: April 2026

  Faunalytics Update

  The Data Behind Corporate Outreach

  With 40% of all global cage-free egg pledges due in 2025, the animal advocacy movement is at a critical point. In our latest Tactics In Practice resource, Faunalytics examines 13 years of data across 44 countries to measure the real-world impact of corporate outreach. We explore why fulfillment rates for the Better Chicken Commitment (BCC) are lagging behind those for cage-free eggs and what advocates can do to bridge the gap through “secondary targeting” and legislative support.

  Mission Overlap Between Animal, Environmental, And Humanitarian Groups

  Animal advocacy, environmentalism, and humanitarian work are often siloed, but new research from Faunalytics suggests we have more in common than we think. This deep dive analyzes 60+ organizations to find where our work aligns and how we can pool resources to boost our collective impact. From factory farming’s effect on public health to how habitat conservation protects us all, learn how “mission overlap” could be the key to more effective advocacy.

  Fauna Connections 2026 Speaker Application Now Open

  Faunalytics will host our fifth annual free remote symposium for animal advocates on September 10, 2026: Fauna Connections. We invite academics and scientists from the social and behavioral sciences or related disciplines to submit a presentation abstract focusing on a synthesis of research. We’re particularly interested in comprehensive analyses, such as meta-analyses or expert overviews, that provide a deeper understanding of topics relevant to animal advocacy. Applications for presentations are due by May 29th.

  Globalizing The Factory Farm Webinar

  As industrial animal agriculture expands into low- and middle-income countries, understanding the role of international organizations is critical for effective advocacy. On April 21st, Zach Wulderk and Taylor Quinn will present key insights from the Faunalytics study, Globalizing The Factory Farm. From analyzing the influence of development finance to uncovering the perspectives of those working within these institutions, this webinar is designed to equip advocates with the evidence they need to challenge the status quo.

  Thank You To Our Volunteers!

  The scale of our impact is a direct reflection of the commitment of our volunteers. By contributing to our research library and supporting our internal operations, these dedicated individuals provide the vital infrastructure needed to advocate for animals worldwide. We are honored to work alongside such talented people who donate their most precious resource — their time — to create a better future.

• JLRiedi 10 Mar 2026 15:52 UTC

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  on: EA Or­gani­sa­tion Up­dates thread: March 2026

  Faunalytics Updates
  
  New Research: Food Systems Advocacy In The Global South

  Advocacy doesn’t happen in a vacuum, but many global strategies assume a “one-size-fits-all” approach. In our latest study, Faunalytics with The Good Growth Co. developed and tested a new contextual advocacy framework in India to help advocates navigate local political, cultural, and economic realities.

  We found that external factors, like religious norms, livelihoods, and government priorities, influenced campaign outcomes 40% of the time. This resource provides advocates and funders with actionable recommendations for conducting “context scans” and organizational readiness checks to ensure your next campaign is built for its specific environment.

  AI In Animal Advocacy

  From data summarization to campaign scaling, AI is reshaping how we work. But as tech evolves, so do the risks. Faunalytics examines the “Promise, Peril, and Patience” of AI in the animal protection movement, offering a data-driven look at current trends, the influence of Effective Altruism on tech adoption, and where the movement should exercise caution.

  Join The Faunalytics Board

  Faunalytics is accepting applications to serve on our Board of Directors! Our volunteer board members have made a commitment to represent the work that we do while providing high-level governance and oversight to Faunalytics. We are looking for people with experience, skills, and/​or resources who can contribute to our mission in unique and meaningful ways. If you care deeply about improving the lives of animals by empowering advocates with the data to help drive humane change, we hope you’ll consider applying!

  Analyzing Prop 12’s Impact On U.S. Trade

  When the Supreme Court upheld California’s Proposition 12, the meat industry predicted a national market collapse. Two years later, the data is finally coming in. Faunalytics has analyzed the latest USDA figures to see how state-level welfare bans are actually reshaping American meat production and trade. From slaughter volumes to unnoticed export shifts, we’re digging into which industry claims held up, and which ones didn’t.

New Re­search: Food Sys­tems Ad­vo­cacy In The Global South: A Frame­work And Pilot In India

• JLRiedi 10 Feb 2026 0:18 UTC

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  on: EA Or­ga­ni­za­tion Up­dates thread: Fe­bru­ary 2026

  Faunalytics

  Faunalytics released a deep dive exploring the research on humane education — programs that teach the consequences of animal agriculture and/​or respect for animals — examining how these initiatives influence dietary choices, shape attitudes toward animals, and inspire lasting compassionate action.

  The organization is now accepting applications for their Community & Research Coordinator role. This mid-level role sits at the intersection of research, communications, and community engagement, building strong relationships with advocates and translating research findings into practical, accessible resources that support real-world advocacy. Applications are due March 15, 2026.

New Re­port: Global­iz­ing The Fac­tory Farm: In­ter­na­tional Or­ga­ni­za­tions And The Spread Of In­dus­trial An­i­mal Agriculture

Fau­n­a­lyt­ics’ 2025 Year In Re­view & 2026 Plans

New Re­search: Public Ac­cept­abil­ity Of Stan­dard U.S. An­i­mal Agri­cul­ture Practices

• JLRiedi 24 Nov 2025 20:38 UTC

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  on: Dona­tion Elec­tion Dis­cus­sion Thread

  I strongly believe animal advocacy is the most powerful way to save the most lives and better the world.

• JLRiedi 20 Nov 2025 19:36 UTC

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  in reply to: Joey Bream🔸’s comment on: Fau­n­a­lyt­ics’ Fund­ing Gap of $370,000

  Thank you!!

• JLRiedi 17 Nov 2025 18:11 UTC

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  in reply to: Jamie_Harris’s comment on: How U.S. Vot­ers Re­spond To Can­di­dates Mak­ing Farmed An­i­mal Policy Proposals

  Hi Jamie! Sorry for the trouble—it does seem to be working on my end so not sure what may be happening. Here’s the direct link: https://​​osf.io/​​2v8as/​​files/​​hcx4k

Fau­n­a­lyt­ics’ Fund­ing Gap of $370,000

How U.S. Vot­ers Re­spond To Can­di­dates Mak­ing Farmed An­i­mal Policy Proposals

Quan­tify­ing The Small Body Prob­lem: A Meta-Anal­y­sis Of An­i­mal Product Re­duc­tion Interventions