IMPROVE THE LIVES OF ANIMALS AND SUPPORT SHELTERS IN FLORIDA.
LEGISLATION
We advocate for stronger animal welfare laws at the state and local levels to protect animals and support shelters.
DISASTER RESPONSE
We help communities and shelters prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters to keep animals safe.
ANIMAL TRANSPORT
We coordinate transport resources and solutions to help move animals to safety and to new opportunities.
EDUCATION
We provide training, resources, and information to empower shelters, professionals, and communities.
Vision Statement
FAAWO advocates for the betterment of animals and their communities while creating a unified voice for animal welfare in Florida.
Mission Statement
FAAWO shares knowledge, expertise and support to increase lifesaving efforts and advocacy for animals in Florida.
Objectives
Florida Association of Animal Welfare Organizations provides caring animal groups and individuals to work together, representing a united effort for the animals.
- Work together to raise the level of awareness and address the many challenges of animal issues
- Establish mutually agreed upon goals to benefit animal welfare in the state of Florida
- Complement of the Florida Animal Control Association (FACA)
- Create a state-wide information and resource network
- Serve as a united voice to promote state legislation for the welfare of animals
- Set up committees to focus on specific issues such as raising awareness and promoting humane attitudes with the goal of ultimately improving animal welfare
- Establish a state-wide response team
- Promote professional animal shelter standards