Read the latest news and views about our work around the world.
Brooke Newsletter | Publications and policies | Key facts about Brooke | Media enquiries
A Christmas animation developed by Brooke has been launched to put a spotlight on the plight of working donkeys around the world. The animation, supported by TV star Pam St Clement depicts a paper donkey helping at the Christmas dinner table, and aims to remind people in the UK that working animals are not just a thing of the past.
Her Royal Highness, The Duchess of Cornwall has officially extended her Presidency of Brooke, Action for Working Horses and Donkeys. She has held the position since 2006.
Action for Animal Health have published an open letter calling on G20 leaders to invest in animal health to prevent future pandemics.
A petition signed by over 30,000 donkey owners was delivered to the Kenyan Government on Thursday 26 August, demanding a ban on the slaughter of donkeys for skin and meat, following this year’s reversal of the February 2020 ban.
Brooke attended the G7 as part of the Civil Society 7, and used every opportunity to make sure country representatives were considering a One Health approach, recognising that human, animal and enivronmental health are inextricably linked
International animal welfare charities The Donkey Sanctuary and Brooke have reacted with dismay to a court decision in Kenya which will allow the resumption of donkey slaughter for their skins.
To mark World Vet Day on April 24, Brooke has joined a number of international organisations in signing an open letter calling on governments and international agencies to invest in animal health and welfare in order to prevent another pandemic.
This spring, Brooke is urging supporters to Step in their Shoes and take on a 100 mile challenge to raise £100 for working horses, donkeys and mules.
Equestrian YouTube star This Esme, author Hannah Russell and Capital FM DJ Aimee Vivian are urging Instagram users to join Brooke’s influencer army of #BrookeChampions to raise vital awareness of working horses, donkeys and mules.
The World Veterinary Association (WVA) and Brooke will collaborate to create the first ever global list of essential veterinary medicines for livestock.
