Animal Defenders International

Active worldwide to end the suffering of animals.

www.ad-international.org

Los Angeles – London – Bogota – South Africa. ADI is a 501(c)3 US nonprofit and charity, working with decision-makers across the globe to protect wildlife and our planet. Ending suffering of animals in entertainment (circuses, movies, shows, sports); replacement of animals in research and testing with advanced human-relevant technology; promote plant-based diet. Research, studies, reports, education, awareness. When governments or agencies commit to change policies, we help put policy into action. ADI’s studies resulted in circus bans in 50 countries (so far). Once a ban is passed ADI will remove and relocate the animals to sanctuaries around the world. The ADI Wildlife Sanctuary, South Africa, is home to over 30 rescued big cats from circuses, illegal pet trade, zoos. www.adiwildlifesanctuary.org.za

ADI is Great Nonprofits Top-rated; Charity Navigator 4-star; working for protection and rights of animals, operating from London, Los Angeles, Bogota and the ADI Wildlife Sanctuary in South Africa – home to rescued ex-circus lions, tigers, rescued native wildlife and domestic animals. We expose suffering, campaign educate governments and representatives, and rescue animals. Major news coverage and features include CBS 60 Minutes, ABC Nightline, South Africa’s Carte Blanche, Animal Planet Dodo Heroes, Discovery channel and other news features around the world. Our videos on YouTube include How Mufasa Lost His Chains, with over 17 million views. We made an award-winning documentary, Lion Ark (broadcast in over 40 countries). https://www.youtube.com/c/ADITV-animals/videos

ADI is dedicated to ending the suffering of animals in captivity worldwide and works for their legal protection. All employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment, and a plant-based lifestyle is preferred.