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Improved animal protection through system reform We believe animal neglect and cruelty are cultural problems (i.e., beliefs and behaviors by individuals) and institutional problems (i.e., outdated systems and processes governing animals at state and local levels). Our mission: To protect animals and prevent cruelty through constructive and sustainable reforms of the Minnesota criminal and civil justice systems. Core to this mission is system reform — to assess what is needed systemically to improve the enforcement of animal law and prevention of animal cruelty in Minnesota. To achieve the above, Animal Folks focuses on five core programs:
Annual Reports Click on links to read each annual report. Link to 990s posted below.
Statement of Nonviolence Animal Folks believes animals deserve to live a quality life void of cruelty and suffering at the hands of humans. We believe violence toward animals is a serious crime and must be confronted legally, institutionally, and culturally. These types of crimes are difficult to see or read about and often provoke strong emotions and reactions. While we understand these reactions and frustrations, Animal Folks does not encourage or condone violence as a response. We denounce violence—exempified by personal attacks, threats, degrading or hateful language, physical assaults, or destruction of property—in all forms, and believe hostility against humans can undermine efforts to create compassion and understanding for animals. We believe peaceful and respectful actions through education, advocacy, and dialogue are the best methods to achieve our mission. Animal Folks will speak fearlessly and with conviction to protect animals, and we reject violence against all animals—human and non-human. Animal Folks (AF) is a 501c3 animal protection organization. Donations are tax-deductible. |
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