Do you know a young person who’s making a difference for animals? Whether they’re rescuing hens, raising awareness, or speaking out for animal rights, we want to hear their story!
Fifty inspiring kids and young people will be selected to receive:
📘 A signed copy of Saving Animals: A Future Activist’s Guide, written by NSW Hen Rescue founder, Catherine Kelaher.
🏅 A printed Saving Animals Award certificate
📌 A limited edition sticker designed by vegan artist, Jess Henderson
💬 Optional access to a mentorship and peer to peer WhatsApp support group
Open internationally Nominations close: 31st July 2025 Age range: Anyone under 21 can be nominated. The stories in the book are from animal advocates between 6-22 years old.
This initiative is supported by a grant, so no donor funds are used for the award packs.
The closing date is 31st July 2025.
📘 About the Book
Saving Animals: A Future Activist’s Guide is an empowering and practical guidebook for young people who care about animals and want to take action. It also includes stories of animal rescue and advocacy from NSW Hen Rescue founder, Catherine Kelaher’s own life. From hands-on rescue to campaigning and creative advocacy, this book offers real-life stories, ideas, and tools for making a difference, whatever your age.
🌟 “moving, inspiring, and hopeful” – Lynda Stoner, CEO of Animal Liberation NSW
🖊️ Nominate a Young Animal Advocate
Anyone can nominate whether you are a parent, teacher, friend, or mentor. You can even nominate yourself. Just fill out the form below with a few details about the nominee and what they’ve done for animals.
