GET ACTIVE

Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, concerned citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has."
- Margaret Mead

VOLUNTEER FOR SAFE

Getting involved with SAFE may prove to be one of the most effective things you can do to help save animals. Being a SAFE volunteer adds strength to local grassroot activities in your area and helps extend our message to the wider community.

SAFE urges you to get involved today. There is an exciting range of events and activities to choose from. Volunteering for SAFE promotes compassion and respect toward animals.

For more information on volunteering contact sacha@safe.org.nz.

In addition to volunteering for SAFE, here are some other great ways you can help.

EDUCATE YOURSELF

If you understand the issues you will feel more confident debating your beliefs with others, particularly those challenging your opinions. Unfortunately, people are often quick to make judgements about the views of others, so the more easily you can explain (and defend) yourself, the more effective you will be in educating others.

1) Read books on animal rights and welfare issues. Your library should have a range of relevant books. SAFE also offers a library service (books and videos) at our Auckland and Christchurch offices.

2) Research animal issues on the internet. A search on Google (e.g., 'animal rights', 'animal cruelty') will find a wealth of information. You could also make SAFE's website your homepage . Check out these websites for international animal news and information:

Animals Australia
Compassion in World Farming
PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals)
Animal Concerns Community

3) Talk to your friends and family about animal issues so you can develop and strengthen your views and opinions.

4) Join SAFE to receive information about what's happening in New Zealand and how you can support our campaigns.

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LEAD BY EXAMPLE

1) Choose cruelty-free products!

2) Become a vegetarian or better still vegan (uses/wears no animal products).

3) Choose non-animal sourced clothing.

4) Boycott products from companies who abuse animals (e.g., companies who test on animals) and let them know why you won't buy from them.

5) Check out SAFE's lists of cruelty-free companies and vegan-friendly products for more info. Learn to respect and appreciate all life for its beauty and uniqueness.

DONATE TO SAFE

1) Support SAFE by making a financial contribution. You will be aiding an organisation with over seven decades of history - one committed to establishing the rights of all animals.

2) Give a SAFE subscription to family and friends.

3) Choose to buy gifts that help promote compassion - for example educational books, vegetarian/vegan cook books, t-shirts, merchandise etc.

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SPREAD THE MESSAGE

1) Talk to family and friends about animal issues they may not be aware of and encourage them to lead a compassionate lifestyle.

2) Request animal rights and other animal-related books at your local library so others will have the opportunity to read them (some libraries will order books after 5 to 10 requests from library members).

3) Distribute SAFE leaflets in letterboxes or public places around your area.

4) If you are at school, undertake a project or presentation on animal suffering and explain how classmates can help make a difference.

HAVE YOUR SAY!

1) Write letters to companies and industry bosses voicing your opposition to cruel practices they undertake, e.g., factory farming, animal testing, etc.

2) Call talkback radio shows or write to local newspapers about current events involving animal exploitation.