All talks, workshops, and events at a glance.
In this talk, Sentience presents the Outdoor Initiative, which aims to grant all farm animals regular access to the outdoors. Campaign Director Naomi Rey reports on strategies, planning and next steps — and how we can together drive the shift towards more animal-friendly agriculture in Switzerland. Only about 15 percent of all farm animals are allowed outside. We want to change that.
9 insights from hands-on activism work show why commitment alone is not enough — and why many activists achieve only a fraction of their potential impact despite great effort. The key lies in consciously developing communication, mindset and strategy, rather than relying on passion alone.
Advertising for animal products often portrays a false reality of animal farming, eases the conscience and fuels consumption. The Werbemist platform fights back, exposing misleading advertising and revealing what really lies behind Swiss animal husbandry.
The animal industry avoids transparency. To expose suffering in slaughterhouses, Anna Schubert documented CO₂ stunning of pigs with hidden cameras — and was arrested and sued as a result. Her talk examines the tension between public interest and breaking the law.
Orangutan rehabilitation and reintroduction programmes combine species conservation with individual care. Drawing on animal and environmental ethics, Sara Tscholl examines this practice and its inherent moral tensions.
What does progress for animals actually mean — and how does it emerge under real political power dynamics? This talk reflects on the tension between vision and realism and shows why clear goals alone are not enough to create impact for animals. Through fundamental patterns of political influence, it becomes clear how concrete improvements are possible even in a politically challenging environment.
How do we move away from animal experiments? A ban is evidently not feasible, yet investing only in alternative methods is not enough. Nico Müller presents the findings of his research project on gradual phase-out planning.
Josephine Cornes presents the work of Tierschutzbund Zürich and Animal Welfare Foundation, covering cattle feedlots in South America, the horse meat industry in Uruguay, and a new project on Swiss pigs.
Short videos, strong claims and emotional anecdotes shape many debates about veganism, nutrition and animal welfare. This talk analyses concrete video examples: What red flags indicate misinformation? Why do certain meat myths feel so psychologically convincing? And how can we address them effectively with facts? The talk combines social media analysis, critical thinking, nutritional science and communication psychology.
Animals need a strong animal rights movement. Céline Schlegel presents the activism pyramid model and shares experiences on how people find their way into activism and grow their engagement, including strategies for organisations and individuals.
Maya Conoci presents the benefits of animal ethics education in an interactive format combining lecture and workshop.
This talk provides insights into the current state of TransFARMation and highlights key practical experiences. The focus is on the challenges, tensions and open questions that shape the transformation process between today's reality and tomorrow's vision.
Across Europe and far beyond, young calves and pregnant cattle from the dairy industry are transported over long distances under conditions that make animal suffering a calculated factor. Investigative research shows how a globalised system is maintained at the expense of animals, the environment and human rights for the profit of a few. Along the transport routes, responsibility, oversight and transparency disappear — along with the question of who is actually held accountable.
Animal rights in the city parliament? Sounds like thinking small. Yet the city is precisely where big ideas take shape — a journey from the Bear Park to the Federal Palace.
A presentation on the Augsburg model and how it differs from the Basel model — including debunking myths about urban pigeons and an overview of the legal situation in Switzerland.
Switzerland has the best animal welfare law in the world – is that really true? What are the biggest challenges, what can we achieve, and why does politics need you? Meret Schneider shows the way.
Drawing on years of experience in performances and art projects, Ralf Assmann shares insights into his work and introduces an effective planning method — "scoring" — with participants.
Rebecca Loviconi explores how storytelling can be used to shift the paradigm of human–animal relations through visual narrative — crafting work not merely about animals, but for them.
Modern technologies such as cell cultivation and precision fermentation can drastically reduce global dependence on animal products and offer a new approach to a multidimensional solution strategy. Swissveg, publisher of the V-Label, promotes transparency in these growing markets with the new C-Label and F-Label, and opens up early dialogue with the industry to safeguard the interests of animals.
Animal rescues are an important part of the animal rights movement. Valentina Zibung provides a practical overview covering legal aspects, possible illnesses, integration, costs and care.
The pill bug has been working for 400 million years without applause. The wolf shapes ecosystems without knowing it. And then there is us — the only animal that knows exactly what is at stake. And plays anyway.
Activist, author and freelance lecturer Tobi Rosswog shows how we can be effective beyond classic demos and petitions. He explores our possibilities for shaping society together and making a difference in concrete struggles.
Vegan cosmetics, natural cosmetics – and how to recognise them. An overview of the relevant labels.
AI will fundamentally change our relationship with animals. It will help determine whether animal suffering continues to scale or is systematically reduced for the first time. This talk gives an overview of key opportunities and risks, and shows where the animal rights movement can take concrete action.
Can culture and taste justify the systemic oppression of other species? Through her experience reimagining dairy from a plant-based perspective, Alice Fauconnet asks how we can honour craftsmanship and culture while moving towards a more ethical food system.
Patricia Patsch shares insights into the work of Tierschutz Aktiv Grenzenlos in international animal welfare, with a focus on the situation in Hungary and Morocco.
The green-and-yellow V-Label from Swissveg is known worldwide as a symbol for vegan products. What's behind it? How does the label help the global vegan movement? And how did it become so well known?
Graphic recording of all contributions at the Animal Rights Congress. Michael Meier captures the ideas and discussions visually, making them accessible at a glance.
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