About Us

Pigs, cows, chickens, and other animals experience unimaginable cruelty in our food system. Mercy For Animals has uncovered routine abuse and rampant brutality—cows kicked, punched, and stabbed; piglets’ tails cut off; chickens stomped to death; fish skinned alive; and more.

At industrial farms and slaughterhouses, farmed animals endure shocking abuse, out of sight and out of mind. But a team of Mercy For Animals undercover investigators, wired with hidden cameras, is pulling back the curtains of these cruel and secretive operations, leading to landmark changes along the way.

Since 1999, Mercy For Animals has been on the front lines of the fight for farmed-animal protections and food-system reform. We work in six key geographical regions, and our outcomes reach animals in more than 175 countries.

Our efforts impact millions of animals every year. We’ve secured groundbreaking government and corporate policies, convinced food-industry giants to add plant-based products to their menus and portfolios, and set legal precedents. We’ve opened eyes and countless minds and mobilized thousands of people to take action.

Through corporate welfare campaigns, legislative advocacy, restaurant outreach, investigations, and more, we make a tangible difference for farmed animals.

Our flagship campaigns and other projects complement our core programs and demonstrate our commitment to innovation, collaboration, and maximum impact.

Our fight for a better future for farmed animals rests largely on three key focus areas: alleviating suffering for animals doomed to our current food system, shifting narratives and building mass support, and driving down demand for animal products.

Dive into the latest news, insights, and stories about farmed animals and the movement to create a kinder world for all. Get inspiration, updates on our campaigns, important action alerts, and much more.

Explore open positions and other exciting opportunities. Bring your passion and skills to our team, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of animals.

Our leadership team represents a diverse array of talents and expertise. Get to know the passionate people who spearhead our mission.