Animal Welfare Network for Wales (AWNW)

Wales’ only animal welfare sector council - working as one, to improve the welfare of all animals in Wales.

Established in 2006, the Animal Welfare Network for Wales is a coalition of charities and other bodies working to improve standards of animal welfare across Wales.

Our Members cover a wide range of species, working with other organisations and key stakeholders to make Wales a safer, kinder and more compassionate place for animals.

Keep up to date with the AWNW by following us on Twitter: @AnimalsWales or get in touch on: contact@awnwales.org

 

Meet the AWNW Management Committee 2021

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Nic De Brauwere (Redwings)

Current Chair of the Network, Nic De Brauwere is the Head of Animal Welfare & Behaviour at the equine charity Redwings. With over 25 years of experience in the sector, Nic brings a great wealth of insight, understanding and contacts to the Network.

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David Bowles (RSPCA)

Another veteran of the animal welfare sector, David Bowles is the Head of Public Affairs & Campaigns for England and Wales at the RSPCA, with a wealth of experience across specie-issues. David also acts as the Networks Rep on the Third Sector Partnership Council.

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Vanessa Waddon (Hope Rescue)

The go-to for all things rescue and rehoming, Vanessa Waddon is the Founder and Manager at Hope Rescue, which she opened in 2005. A close ally of the sector and local authorities across Wales, Hope Rescue has offered a life-line for thousands of animals over more than a decade.

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