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Who We AreThe Humane ExchangeMarie Belew Wheatley's BlogAnimal Cruelty Cases Affect Everyone -- Not Just Animal AdvocatesPosted September 25, 2008 You don’t have to be a “cat person” to find the Joseph Petcka trial disturbing. I think that anyone who believes we have a moral obligation to be humane should pause and consider the case’s implications. Punishment Is Not PreventionPosted September 18, 2008 One of American Humane’s newest initiatives takes our mission of protecting children in an important direction: helping youth who have committed crimes. They may be under arrest, on probation or serving time in juvenile hall for offenses such as theft, property damage or violence. Including Pets in Disaster Plans Pays OffPosted September 9, 2008 Before joining American Humane, I spent 15 years with the Red Cross -- during which time I went on multiple disaster assignments. I’ll never forget the distraught looks on some evacuees’ faces when they learned that we couldn’t allow their pets into our emergency shelters. It broke my heart to have to turn the animals away, but public health and safety issues came first. Healthy Partnerships, Healthy PetsPosted September 4, 2008 One of the things I love about American Humane is our commitment to finding common ground. We try to see things from multiple perspectives. We work within “the mainstream,” rather than on the “extreme” fringes. And we’re known for our balanced, collaborative approach to problem solving. ‘Kinship Care’ Is Some Kids’ Best HopePosted August 28, 2008 A child is taken from an abusive or neglectful parent. We all breathe a sigh of relief. But what if we’re exhaling too soon? Cloning Goes Commercial…But Is It the Answer for Bereaved Pet Owners?Posted August 21, 2008 If you’ve ever lost a beloved pet, you know the heartache it brings. The house suddenly seems quiet and desolate without a purring cat in your lap, or a dog running to greet you when you return from work. You miss the unconditional love and companionship a devoted animal provides. Worst of all, you know that your special pet can never be replaced. Be a ‘Watchdog’ for Kids This School YearPosted August 14, 2008 When I was a kid, heading back to school meant saying goodbye every morning to the family beagles -- and then joyfully reuniting with them when the day was over. They used to wait for the bus at the end of our driveway with my brothers, sisters and me, and then they’d reappear when we returned. Better Options for Pet RentersPosted August 7, 2008 When I saw an article in Newsweek about a company that rents dogs to time-strapped residents in San Diego, Los Angeles, Manhattan and London, I was incredulous. Was this for real? ‘Just leave’? It’s not so simple.Posted July 31, 2008 Have you ever heard or read about a battered woman and thought to yourself, “Why doesn’t she just leave?” It’s a common reaction. But a trip I took last week to the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence’s 30th Anniversary Conference in Washington, D.C., reminded me that it’s also an unreasonable one. Immigrant Status Irrelevant for At-Risk ChildrenPosted July 24, 2008 I recently watched Under the Same Moon, a film that dramatizes the issue of undocumented immigrants. It was less overtly political than I expected. With a plot that centers on a young mother separated from her 9-year-old son, the movie is more about familial bonds. Bringing Back the Dads...and Applauding the MomsPosted July 17, 2008 American Humane recently sent out an email that understandably upset some of you. It discussed the issue of fathers who are disengaged from their children’s lives -- and the unfortunate toll this can sometimes take. Ensure That Your Charitable Intentions Are FulfilledPosted July 7, 2008 Most of us can only dream about leaving billions of dollars to a worthy cause. Perhaps that’s why the latest news on Leona Helmsley’s estate -- that she designated an estimated $5 billion to $8 billion to go toward dogs’ welfare -- is generating some buzz. Collaboration and Preparation Key When Disasters StrikePosted July 3, 2008 Before I joined American Humane, I spent 15 years with the American Red Cross. My work there often involved responding to disasters, and I remember going to Des Moines and Cedar Rapids, Iowa, in 1993 and seeing firsthand the devastation wrought by flooding that year. CAPTA’s Reauthorization:Posted June 26, 2008 In 1973, Vincent De Francis -- who was then the director of American Humane’s Children’s Division -- testified at hearings leading to the creation of the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA). The law was passed in 1974 and then reauthorized in 2003 as the Keeping Children and Families Safe Act. It remains the most important piece of federal legislation protecting our country’s children from abuse and neglect. The Emotional Toll of a ‘Fun’ JobPosted June 19, 2008 Working with animals must be all fun and games... At first glance, this is an understandable assumption to make. After all, animal welfare professionals get to spend time with lovable animals every day. They also gain a tremendous amount of satisfaction from their work, knowing they are saving animals’ lives, enriching people’s lives and building a more humane world. |
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Marie joined American Humane as president and CEO in 2004. She has more than 20 years of nonprofit leadership experience, including a distinguished tenure with the American Red Cross. She holds an MBA from the University of Colorado and currently serves on the board of the National Council on Pet Population Study & Policy. Marie is also a member of the Coalition for Reuniting Pets and Families, the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, and the International Association of Human-Animal Interaction Organizations. |
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