Animal ethics is one of my side interests and I try to approach this topic from more than just the theoretical angle. In short, I believe that we do not currently take the basic interests of animals as seriously as we ought to. Because of this, I try to dedicate some of my time to advancing the interests of domestic and wild animals in various ways.
While living in California, I worked with the Palo Alto Humane Society, developing a series of public lectures on animal ethics and publishing popular pieces on various topics in animal welfare. For my essay on the moral standing of animals, click here. For my essay on the moral difference between the treatment of wildlife and of domesticated animals, click here. And here is my essay on the legal standing of animals. On a more hands-on side of things, I have spent several years volunteering at wildlife rehabilitation centers and companion animal rescues. |