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Caren Kaplan Expand Child Abuse Prevention & Treatment Act
At a U.S. Congressional hearing, American Humane's Caren Kaplan testifies for reauthorization and expansion of the Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act (CAPTA), plus increased use of new child welfare approaches. >> Find out more
Shelter cat Marie’s Blog: Shelter Shock
It’s alarming when shelter workers are accused of abusing the animals they are supposed to be helping. But how common is it? >> Find out more
Family Group Decision Making Dads and Paternal Relatives: Expanding the Family Network
The involvement of fathers is undeniably important to children’s well-being and development. Family group decision making (FGDM) processes can help engage fathers, paternal kin and male relatives in case planning and thus benefit children and families by enhancing supportive connections in their lives. >> Find out more
Red Star Animal Emergency Services Red Star Animal Emergency Services™ Deploys to Memphis
American Humane has joined the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals and the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office in Tennessee following the execution of a search warrant at the City of Memphis Animal Shelter, where pets were allegedly abused. >> Find out more
National Quality Improvement Center on Differential Response in Child Protective Services Request for Doctoral Dissertation Funding Applications
The Quality Improvement Center on Differential Response in Child Protective Services (QIC-DR) is requesting applications for funding to support doctoral research in the area of differential response in child protective services. >> Find out more
Protecting Children, Vol. 24, No. 2 Now Available for Free! New Protecting Children Issue on Non-Resident Fathers
Historically, the child welfare system has mainly interacted with mothers. In this issue, you will find information on how to enhance your knowledge of fathers’ relationships with their children and better serve families. Order your free copy of Bringing Back the Dads: Engaging Non-Resident Fathers in the Child Welfare System now! >> Find out more
cat American Humane Commends U.S. Sen. Daniel K. Akaka and U.S. Rep. Mike Doyle for recently refiling the Pet Safety and Protection Act (PSP)
Last session, the PSP Act (Senate Bill 1834/House Resolution 3907) made the greatest strides in its history. We hope the bill will experience even greater success during the 111th Congress. >> Find out more
American Humane Toolbar Get Our Free Toolbar. It Helps!
Using the new American Humane web-browser toolbar, every time you search or shop you will be generating funds to help American Humane. You can even track your activity and compete with friends to become a top online supporter. >> Find out more
Nintendo Wii Earn Chances to Win a Nintendo Wii by Helping American Humane
To show our appreciation for our supporters, we’re running a contest through Nov. 30 that allows you to earn chances to win a new Nintendo Wii every time you support American Humane and its mission. >> Find out more
Family Call for Presentations -- Conference on FGDM and Other Family Engagement Approaches
American Humane is seeking presentations for the 2010 Family Group Decision Making and Other Family Engagement Approaches Conference, June 22-25 at the Sheraton Burlington Hotel and Conference Center in Burlington, Vt. Share your ideas and experiences to create a powerful program. >> Find out more
Human Nature At It's Best

What does it mean to be humane? It’s an innate desire to protect our children, or compassion to care for an animal in need. And it's our hope to live among people who feel the same. We are advocates for both animals and children.

CERTIFIED FARM ANIMAL PROGRAM
American Humane® Certified is the nation’s original monitoring and labeling program to ensure that farm animals are raised humanely. It now encompasses more than 60 million animals. >> Find out more

NO ANIMALS WERE HARMED®
American Humane has overseen movie sets since 1940 to make sure animal actors stay safe. American Humane’s Film & Television Unit is designated by the Screen Actors Guild (SAG) as the only animal welfare organization with on-set jurisdiction. >> Find out more


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