About the Role
We are seeking passionate and dedicated individuals who are ready to start a new farmed animal welfare project in Southeast Asia!
This incubation programme aims to seed new projects, started by individuals who are based in Indonesia, Malaysia, Thailand, the Philippines or Vietnam.
Our goal is to increase the initiatives that can positively impact as many farmed animals’ lives as possible.
Embark on an 8-week immersive training journey*;
Delve into the ideas to develop a high-impact strategy for farmed animal welfare advocacy;
Network with experienced mentors and potential co-founders;
Access seed funding of up to USD50,000 to kickstart your project;
Receive tailored support for your entrepreneurial endeavour;
And more!
*The programme will commence in Jul/Aug 2024; including online and in-person interactions.
About the Organisation
The Farmed Animal Welfare Incubator (FAWI) is a new programme in 2024 by Welfare Matters. This incubation programme is dedicated to establishing locally-based projects aimed at improving the welfare of intensively-farmed animals in Southeast Asia. The goal of FAWI is to catalyse impactful interventions that can significantly improve the lives of farmed animals through facilitating the development of early-stage projects related to this goal.
Through FAWI, we provide comprehensive support to passionate individuals committed to advancing farmed animal welfare. This support includes extensive training, mentorship, access to networks, seed funding, practical guidance and other resources. Leveraging evidence-based research, Welfare Matters offers insights into effective intervention strategies.
Our initial focus within Southeast Asia encompasses five key countries: Indonesia, Malaysia, the Philippines, Thailand, and Vietnam. For our pilot programme, we are targeting broiler chickens, ducks, and pigs — some of the most farmed land animals in this region.
Through FAWI, we aim to empower local communities and drive meaningful change in the lives of farmed animals, ultimately contributing to a more compassionate and sustainable future.