Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries

Farm Animals Call on the Nation to Rally for the 2023 Goat Games, Hosted by Catskill Animal Sanctuary, Aug. 8 - 13

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Monday, July 24, 2023
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SAUGERTIES, N.Y., July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ --  Catskill Animal Sanctuary (CAS), one of the world's leading sanctuaries for farmed animals, will host the 4th Annual Goat Games, a nationwide, hybrid fundraising competition happening August 8 – 13 that will highlight the lifesaving work of 17 animal sanctuaries from around the nation and raise urgently needed funds. The Goat Games, sponsored in part by the ASPCA and Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries, not only celebrates the spirit of friendly competition, but also serves as a reminder of the role animal sanctuaries play in providing a safe haven for animals in desperate need and creating a kinder world for all beings.

Key Points: 
  • Goat Games is designed to make it easy for animal lovers literally anywhere in the world to donate in support of billions of animals exploited for meat and dairy products.
  • All 17 sanctuaries will participate in the six-day virtual campaign to see who will be the Greatest Of All Time or "G.O.A.T.
  • All donated funds will support the operational needs of each sanctuary, including food, shelter, and medical needs.
  • The participating sanctuaries in the 2023 Goat Games include:

Senate approves the Big Cat Public Safety Act in monumental win for captive wildlife

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Wednesday, December 7, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --In a historic step toward safeguarding captive big cats nationwide, the U.S. Senate passed the Big Cat Public Safety Act (BCPSA).

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  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --In a historic step toward safeguarding captive big cats nationwide, the U.S. Senate passed the Big Cat Public Safety Act (BCPSA).
  • Despite such claims, backyard big cat collections, inhumane cub handling exhibits, and "pet" tiger breeding do nothing to benefit these felines' wild counterparts.
  • Acknowledging this serious risk to communities and the leaders who are charged with protecting them, first responders and safety officials across the country supported the Big Cat Public Safety Act as it advanced through Congress.
  • "The Big Cat Public Safety Act will end the horrific exploitation of big cats and bolster public safety.

Eleven Lions Airlifted from Ukraine in Biggest Ever Warzone Rescue

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Saturday, October 8, 2022
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KEENESBURG, Colo., Oct. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nine lions rescued from the war-torn country of Ukraine arrived safely in Colorado at The Wild Animal Sanctuary Thursday, September 29th, 2022, as part of the largest warzone rescue of lions ever carried out.

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  • KEENESBURG, Colo., Oct. 7, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Nine lions rescued from the war-torn country of Ukraine arrived safely in Colorado at The Wild Animal Sanctuary Thursday, September 29th, 2022, as part of the largest warzone rescue of lions ever carried out.
  • The pride of lions had been living at the Bio Park Zoo in Odessa, a southern port in Ukraine impacted by the Russian-Ukraine war and invading Russian military forces.
  • The Targu Mures Zoo provided a temporary home for the animals for several months so that an emergency travel permit could be approved for the eleven lions to board an international rescue flight.
  • It has recently expanded its mission to accommodate the surrender or seizure of all big cats, including lions, leopards, mountain lions, cheetahs, and jaguars, in addition to tigers.

"Have You Goat What It Takes?" Ask 14 Farmed Animal Sanctuaries Competing in the 2022 Goat Games

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Tuesday, July 12, 2022
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SAUGERTIES, N.Y., July 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Here we "goat" again! Catskill Animal Sanctuary (CAS), one of the world's leading sanctuaries for farmed animals — is pleased to announce that it will host the third annual Goat Games. From August 12-15, CAS will be joined by 13 additional farmed animal sanctuaries located throughout the U.S. that will rally the support of animal lovers nationwide in support of their life-saving work. To register or make a donation, visit thegoatgames.org.

Key Points: 
  • Catskill Animal Sanctuary (CAS) , one of the world's leading sanctuaries for farmed animals is pleased to announce that it will host the third annual Goat Games.
  • While the goats don't actually compete, human athletes can sign up for an activity of their choosing "whatever floats your goat!"
  • We're thrilled to host The Goat Games again to raise funds for farmed animals everywhere and that need is more urgent than it's ever been."
  • Catskill Animal Sanctuary is the only U.S. farmed animal sanctuary with highest honors and accreditations from: Charity Navigator (4 Stars), GuideStar (Platinum Rating), Better Business Bureau, and GFAS: Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries

Don Forgeron Announces Retirement from Insurance Bureau of Canada

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Thursday, June 23, 2022
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TORONTO, June 23, 2022 /CNW/ - Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) announced today that after 28 years of service, Don Forgeron will retire as President and Chief Executive Officer and as a member of the IBC Board of Directors.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, June 23, 2022 /CNW/ - Insurance Bureau of Canada (IBC) announced today that after 28 years of service, Don Forgeron will retire as President and Chief Executive Officer and as a member of the IBC Board of Directors.
  • As IBC's President and CEO, Forgeron has worked with Canadian governments and key stakeholders to build a strong, stable P&C insurance industry and a stronger, safer Canada.
  • Forgeron is active internationally on behalf of Canada's P&C insurance industry by providing input to international regulatory bodies.
  • Insurance Bureau of Canada is the national industry association representing Canada's private home, auto and business insurers.

Oakland Zoo and Accredited Big Cat Sanctuaries Coordinate 4,000 Mile Rescue, Bring 4 Big Cats to Safe Havens

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Thursday, June 16, 2022
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OAKLAND, Calif., June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Four fortunate big cats will now live safe, dignified lives after a cross-country rescue was facilitated on Friday by a three-entity collaboration. AZA-accredited Oakland Zoo in Oakland, CA, and globally accredited big cat sanctuaries Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge from Eureka Springs, AR and Lions, Tigers, and Bears in Alpine, CA teamed up to rescue a lion, a tiger hybrid and two generic tigers from a defunct, abandoned drive-thru roadside zoo in northeast Oklahoma that offered cub petting and photo opportunities. Cited and shut down by the USDA in 2008 for multiple animal safety and welfare violations, the roadside zoo and its owner were reported to have ties to "Joe Exotic," also known in the well-known Netflix series as "Tiger King."

Key Points: 
  • The rescue operation was initiated by Oakland Zoo, which was first contacted for help by a concerned Oklahoma resident last month.
  • Colleen Kinzley, VP of Animal Care, Conservation and Research for Oakland Zoo contacted both animal sanctuaries to team together in the effort.
  • Oakland Zoo and Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge travelled to the defunct roadside zoo and conducted the onsite animal evaluations earlier this month.
  • Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, Lions Tigers & Bears and the Oakland Zoo encourage support for reputable animal sanctuaries and facilities and advocacy for the Big Cat Public Safety Act (H.R.

Oakland Zoo, Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, and Lions Tigers & Bears Come Together to Facilitate the Rescue of Four Big Cats from Oklahoma

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Wednesday, June 15, 2022
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SAN DIEGO, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Four big cats will now live safe, dignified lives after they were rescued from a defunct drive-thru roadside zoo in northeast Oklahoma this past Friday. The AZA-accredited Oakland Zoo in Oakland, CA and the globally accredited big cat sanctuaries—Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge in Eureka Springs, AR and Lions Tigers & Bears in Alpine, CA—collaborated to rescue the two generic tigers, lion, and tiger hybrid from the Oklahoma facility that was once opened to the public and offered cub petting and photo opportunities.

Key Points: 
  • The four big cats rescued were the sole remaining animals at the abandoned facility.
  • Lions Tigers & Bears, Oakland Zoo, and Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge conducted on-site animal evaluations for all four big cats and Lions Tigers & Bears used its state-of-the-art, self-contained animal rescue hauler to transport three of the big cats to California.
  • Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge, Lions Tigers & Bears and the Oakland Zoo encourage support for reputable animal sanctuaries and facilities and advocacy for the Big Cat Public Safety Act (H.R.
  • "After living in dismal backyard cages, four big cats will now receive top-notch husbandry and veterinary care from the Oakland Zoo; Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge; and Lions Tigers & Bears," said Brittany Peet, PETA Foundation deputy general counsel for captive animal law enforcement.

TaiwanPlus and the Taiwan Overseas Compatriots Foundation Sign MOU for “Overlapped” Project, Fostering Dialogue Between Taiwan and the United States

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Friday, March 25, 2022
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The program will consist of a series of short, English-language videos presenting key cultural differences and commonalities between Taiwan and the United States.

Key Points: 
  • The program will consist of a series of short, English-language videos presenting key cultural differences and commonalities between Taiwan and the United States.
  • The program aims to create a bridge for cultural exchange and dialogue between the two countries.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220324005666/en/
    TaiwanPlus and TOCF sign an MOU for a new project featuring short videos from Taiwanese-American content creators, fostering a cultural bridge between Taiwan and the United States.
  • Taiwanese across the United States have expressed their continued public support for the project and the development of the Taiwanese-American youth community.

Jane Goodall Will Zoom With Winner of Silent Auction Item

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Monday, December 6, 2021
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Dr. Jane Goodall,who is an Honorary Board Director for the Center for Great Apes, has offered a phenomenal auction item: a fifteen minute chat with her over Zoom.

Key Points: 
  • Dr. Jane Goodall,who is an Honorary Board Director for the Center for Great Apes, has offered a phenomenal auction item: a fifteen minute chat with her over Zoom.
  • It is truly a great honor to have Jane Goodall's auction item as part of our 2021 Silent Auction.
  • Dr. Jane Goodall,a primatologist and anthropologist, is the founder of the Jane Goodall Institute and a UN Messenger of Peace.
  • The Jane Goodall Institute works to protect chimpanzees and inspire others to help conserve the natural world.

Largest Innovation Community in the World, OpenExO, Launches the First Publisher Specialized in Innovation: ExO Media Publishing, With Two Books

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Tuesday, November 30, 2021
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A Press Conference will be heldon Tuesday, Dec.6, 2021, at 8:00 a.m. PST where ExO Media Publishing will present the EBELI book.

Key Points: 
  • A Press Conference will be heldon Tuesday, Dec.6, 2021, at 8:00 a.m. PST where ExO Media Publishing will present the EBELI book.
  • It exemplified the strategy, structure, culture, processes, and systems of this new breed of company.
  • This is a great legacy for those who are about to start theventure that is going to better the world.
  • - Roberto Alvarez, Executive Director of the Global Federation of Competitiveness Councils (GFCC) and Venture Partner at Seldor Capital.