The universal declaration of animal welfare The potential as a non-binding proposal to contribute as an international framework for animal welfare

摘要

The following document analyzes the potential contribution of the Universal Declaration of Animal Welfare (UDAW) as a non-binding proposal as an international framework for Animal Welfare. The initiative of the UDAW was launched by the former World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA) and currently is carried out by the World Animal Protection (WAP). Additionally, the World Animal Health (OIE) and some states have endorsed and are promoting the proposal.The project presents relevant information regarding the creation, evolution, stance and status of the UDAW. The analysis of the before mentioned subjects indicates that the UDAW could be a favorable opportunity to contribute to the Animal Welfare movement, and to achieve the final purpose of the UDAW. The binding character needed to raise it to the level of international framework for Animal Welfare is also discussed in the analysis. Finally, the project concludes with high hopes that the UDAW will place Animal Welfare in the global agenda.