Taking Action for Animals
Omni Shoreham Hotel, Washington, DC
At the Taking Action for Animals (TAFA) conference, you will dive into the most pressing issues animals face today and discover powerful and practical ways to make a difference. From lobbying and grassroots organizing to education and citizen advocacy, you’ll gain the tools and confidence to take action in your own community. Learn how to enact policies and support legislation to protect animals on the local, state and federal level as well as how to rally others to join you in strengthening the animal welfare movement, and conclude your inspiring weekend with a Humane Lobby Day on Capitol Hill.
Register for the full conference for just $120!
Conference Topics
- Workshops- 2026 workshop tracks include:
- Advancing animal advocacy – Examine strategies to strengthen and advance the animal protection movement. These workshops focus on systems-level thinking, collaboration and long-term change.
- Building advocacy skills – Build the core skills needed for effective advocacy. These workshops emphasize hands-on learning and real-world application to strengthen your impact.
- Maximizing your impact – Broaden your reach by building partnerships and connecting with new communities. These workshops explore coalition building, cross-sector collaboration and strategies for reaching diverse voices.
- Shaping policy for animals – Understand how animal policy is made and how to influence it effectively. These workshops address legislative strategy, working with decision-makers and driving policy change.
