Animal welfare
fired by ethics, delivered by law,underpinned by science
Welcome to the Animal Welfare: Science, Ethics, Law and Forensics Association (AWSELFA), incorporating the British Veterinary Forensic & Law Association (BVFLA).
Our Mission
Our mission is to promote the welfare of animals through raising awareness and understanding of animal welfare science and ethics, and their application to policy, law and practice.
Latest news
Abstract submissions open for European Congress
From the ethicacy of exotics to the middle-ear structure of toads: symposium gave future veterinarians a diverse weekend of learning
Keynote speakers revealed for international forensics conference
Reviewers brought ideas back to their own schools to discuss.
Conferences
These events are run by other organisations in the UK and around the world for those interested in the topics of animal welfare science, ethics and law.
Our Membership
We pride ourselves on being an inclusive and friendly Association, which assists its members in developing informed views on topical animal welfare issues. Membership is £25 per year, free to students.
Our Mission
Our mission is to promote the welfare of animals through raising awareness and understanding of animal welfare science and ethics, and their application to policy, law and practice.
Useful courses, publications and websites
Courses
Recommended courses giving a structured pathway to understanding and acting on animal-welfare science, ethical, legal and forencisc frameworks.
Websites
A curated list of useful websites connects you with top-class resources from non-profit research hubs to legal guidance and scientific organisations.
Publications
Carefully chosen documents provide evidence-based insight into welfare issues, legislative developments and practical implications.
Conferences
These events are run by other organisations in the UK and around the world for those interested in the topics of animal welfare science, ethics and law.
Our Membership
We pride ourselves on being an inclusive and friendly Association, which assists its members in developing informed views on topical animal welfare issues. Membership is £25 per year, free to students.