The WMILAR launched in February 2024, at an event organised by the Global Research Network (GRN), with an online event featuring an esteemed panel of speakers. Our Founder and Director Ankita Shanker introduced the organisation’s mission of ensuring full recognition and protection for animal personhood and rights through effective legal advocacy. The keynote address was delivered by Prof. Peter Singer (Princeton University). Other expert lawyers and activists taking part in the Launch Event included Ms. Gauri Maulekhi (People for Animals) and Ms. Paula Sparks (UK Centre for Animal Law).
