Our Impact
With our dedicated allies, we’re ending the use of animals in research, improving the lives of dogs and cats, protecting wild animals from trafficking and trade, promoting plant-based eating and more.
plant-based meals are served in Brazilian public schools each year thanks to partnerships with our culinary teams
countries have banned cosmetics animal testing—including Brazil, Chile and Mexico
companies have committed to using cage-free eggs
What we are working on
Throughout Central and South America, Humane World for Animals works to end animal cruelty.
Humane World for Animals
Anne Guzman
Joseph Zellner
Jen Squires
Highlights from our work
In partnership with the Centro de Ciencias Agropecuarias at the Universidad Autónoma de Aguascalientes, we recently completed a pioneering spay/neuter training program for 14 government veterinarians.
Thanks in part to our efforts, Brazil introduced a human cell-based test that will spare animals from unnecessary suffering.
In Costa Rica, we trained authorities to help combat cruel, illegal animal fighting.
SAN JOSÉ (14 Feb. 2025) ― Animal charity Humane Society International Latin America today announced its rebrand to Humane World for Animals to establish clarity in its mission to create lasting change
PETEN, Guatemala—Responsive to the threat that illegal trafficking poses to wildlife in Guatemala, Humane Society International and its local partner Asociacion Rescate y Conservacion de Vida
TORTUGUERO, Costa Rica—Humane Society International/Latin America recently provided free veterinary care to dozens of dogs and cats in Tortuguero, a small but much visited community in northeastern
Your gift can do so much for animals in need
Start saving lives today by making a one-time gift—or protect animals worldwide all year long with a monthly contribution.
Humane World for Animals/