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News and case studies

Read the latest news and views about our work around the world.

Latest from around the world

A month on: what next after landmark African Union ban on the donkey skin trade?

One month on from the African Union's historic decision to ban the donkey skin trade, Head of External Affairs Valentina Allen takes a look at what comes next as countries navigate legislation.

UN policies on water must recognise the role of working animals

Senior External Affairs Advisor Anna Marry highlights the huge contribution working animals make to water provision and explains why UN policy needs to reflect this.

How Brooke helps keep working equids hydrated worldwide

This World Water Day, Brooke recognises the importance of keeping working animals hydrated.

WVA and Brooke launch world's first Essential Veterinary Medicines List (EVML) for Food Producing Animals

The list will help to improve access to safe and effective medicines and vaccines for veterinarians around the world and act as a valuable tool to help respond to the global threat of Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) and to support pandemic prevention preparedness plans under development.

Brooke advocates for animals at UN Environment Assembly

Last month, Brooke representatives were in Nairobi to attend both the 6th UN Environment Assembly (UNEA) and the preceding Open Ended Committee of Permanent Representatives (OECPR).

“Champions of change and compassion” - the vital relationship between women and working animals

This International Women’s Day, Brooke highlights the vital and interconnected relationship between women and animals in developing countries.

Brooke recognises 90 years of giving working animals “a life worth living”

This February marks 90 years since Brooke began its journey to improve the difficult lives of working horses, donkeys and mules around the world.

African Union bans devastating donkey skin trade

The African Union has opted to ban the donkey skin trade after years of tireless lobbying by Brooke, signalling an end to the legal slaughter of hundreds of thousands of donkeys within the continent.

What we do

Brooke works with communities across the world to transform the lives of working horses, donkeys and mules. We drive lasting improvements in animal health and welfare through action, advocacy and education.

How healthy horses and donkeys support stronger livelihoods

The role and welfare of working animals in disasters

Donkeys, horses and mules play a vital role in supporting communities during disasters.

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Policy and advocacy

Our team campaigns to change the lives of working animals and the communities that rely on them. See how our work is making an impact across the world.