CompassionWorks International

CompassionWorks International Act for All Animals. And, like you, we envision a day when all animals are free to live their lives free from unnecessary harm and suffering. Who are we?

At CompassionWorks International, we believe....

...in kindness, respect, unity, dialogue, community, commitment, strategic action, one world for all beings, neighbors talking to neighbors, and friends sharing with friends. But change for animals will not happen unassisted. The animals enslaved by the entertainment industry, used for medical testing, and slaughtered for their fur, skins, and fle

sh need our collective voice. They are counting on us to speak loudly, clearly, and effectively on their behalf--to let the world know that they are sentient beings with families, feelings, and a right to freedom. At CWI, we provide the assistance needed to bring hope to animals. We believe that by implementing professional, strategic actions within our communities, every one of us can be a beacon of light that spreads awareness about the pain and suffering that occurs inside the tanks, under the big tops, within the racetracks, and behind the shuttered doors of factory farms and medical testing facilities. We are you. And our goal is to help you do your good work better. If you are ready to be a voice for animals, join us!

More horrors brought to you by the cruel and environmentally-destructive commercial fishing industry! Did you know that ...
08/31/2026

More horrors brought to you by the cruel and environmentally-destructive commercial fishing industry! Did you know that over 300,000 whales and dolphins die every year from entanglement in fishing nets/lines?

Study finds 39% of dolphins died after getting tangled in fishing gear.

You certainly won't see an adult male orca like this in captivity, with a non-flopped dorsal fin! Orcas in captivity spe...
08/30/2026

You certainly won't see an adult male orca like this in captivity, with a non-flopped dorsal fin! Orcas in captivity spend so much time logging at the water's surface or just drifting, rather than swimming at high speeds, so gravity tends to "flop" the cartilage in their dorsal fins eventually.

'That just made the ending of Free W***y way more believable'

Quite unfortunate... The South Dakota State Fair is advertising "elephant encounters" next week, either forced to do cir...
08/28/2026

Quite unfortunate... The South Dakota State Fair is advertising "elephant encounters" next week, either forced to do circus tricks or to give rides to the public... or both. Please use the form here to tell fair officials to cancel the elephant show!
SIGN AND SHARE HERE: https://secure.everyaction.com/epGpHkJPeUeQisz4DHzS7w2?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_term=2026-08-27&utm_campaign=New+action+another+fair+set+to+exploit+elephants+Speak+out+&fbclid=IwY2xjawT-o8dwZG9mAWV4dG4DYWVtAjEwAGJyaWQRMVl0QXk5bURnTHVqYjMwbGRzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEeewTnOypSe_0OpDyvwxV1aeu15dAuUG5iReQ56BHDR7K925imgz5xoLUVrgs_aem_mkDyvD7LZJKqPT6COO9Hng

Peekachu was one of 30 belugas (and four dolphins) being removed from Marineland Ontario over the last month. Marineland...
08/28/2026

Peekachu was one of 30 belugas (and four dolphins) being removed from Marineland Ontario over the last month. Marineland closed to the public two years ago and has only just begun relocating their many remaining whales and dolphins.

Peekachu was captured from the wild in Russia in 2004 as a young calf and died yesterday after her transfer to Chicago's Shedd Aquarium.

Kiska the orca and 19 belugas died at Marineland since 2019.

NIAGARA FALLS - Canada's last captive dolphins have left Marineland for a new home in Spain while a beluga recently relocated from the park has died in a Chicago aquarium.

The South Dakota State Fair is advertising "elephant encounters" during its September 2–7 fair. While we cannot yet conf...
08/28/2026

The South Dakota State Fair is advertising "elephant encounters" during its September 2–7 fair. While we cannot yet confirm which elephants will appear, we suspect Kelly and Isla may be used given their recent appearance at a fair in Wisconsin.

Tell fair officials to cancel the elephant encounters and commit to keeping future South Dakota State Fairs elephant-free.
ACTION ALERT IN COMMENTS BELOW ⬇🐘

While there are only an estimated 725 wolves in Montana, officials are allowing up to 300 wolves to be hunted this upcom...
08/27/2026

While there are only an estimated 725 wolves in Montana, officials are allowing up to 300 wolves to be hunted this upcoming season! Insane...

Montana revised its wolf population estimate down by nearly 400 animals, but critics say allowing 300 wolves to be killed amounts to "trophy hunting."

URGENT ALERT: Elephants are appearing this week at the Waupaca County Fair, which runs from 8/25 to 30. PLEASE POLITELY ...
08/25/2026

URGENT ALERT: Elephants are appearing this week at the Waupaca County Fair, which runs from 8/25 to 30. PLEASE POLITELY reach out to them and inform them that using elderly elephants for entertainment is UNACCEPTABLE!

Contact info:
Waupaca County Fair
715-942-0700
[email protected]

CWI went inside The Preserve in Texas to document its elephant “experience" recently. The elephants are being handled by...
08/25/2026

CWI went inside The Preserve in Texas to document its elephant “experience" recently. The elephants are being handled by tourists, made to perform circus tricks, and controlled for entertainment, with confinement and sharp metal-tipped bullhooks.

Tell The Preserve to end hands-on encounters and stop using elephants for entertainment. Let these elephants retire in peace! ACTION ALERT/SIGN NOW: https://bit.ly/thepreserve2026

Please speak out against elephant cruelty at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival! Can't get there? Sign/share: https://bi...
08/24/2026

Please speak out against elephant cruelty at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival! Can't get there? Sign/share: https://bit.ly/MNrenfest

📣 Join us in speaking up for animals at the Minnesota Renaissance Festival!

Each year, elephants, camels, and other animals are used for rides and entertainment at the festival. These animals deserve better.

We'll be peacefully educating festival attendees and encouraging the Renaissance Festival to end the use of animals for entertainment. Whether you're an experienced activist or attending your first demonstration, you're welcome to join us. We'll provide guidance, signs, and support.

📅 🐘 Upcoming protests - 12:00–2:00 p.m. 🐪
Saturday, Sept 5
https://www.facebook.com/share/1BfNco6c8L/
Sunday, Sept 13
https://www.facebook.com/share/18xyjaX6Y1/
Saturday, Sept 26
https://www.facebook.com/share/1BZnqVtCB3/
Sunday Sept 27
https://www.facebook.com/share/14jf7VqnhuW/
Sunday, Oct 4
https://www.facebook.com/share/1cCzbWcaJY/

Your presence makes a difference, helps raise awareness, and brings us one step closer to a future where animals are no longer exploited for entertainment.

If you'd like to join us, let us know in the comments or RSVP through our event page. We hope to see you there!

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Henderson, NV

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