Duncan McNair, CEO of Save The Asian Elephants (STAE) and Co-ordinator of the Low-Welfare Act Coalition, has been named “Legal Hero of the Year 2024” by the Law Society of England and Wales. In this interview, McNair reflects on the significance of the award and how it strengthens his mission to protect animals from exploitation in unethical tourism. He discusses the challenges facing Asian elephants and other species, the global impact of STAE’s work, and how individuals can make more responsible choices to support animal welfare. Guided by his faith, McNair offers insight into the urgent need for change and how we can all help.
Fr John Chryssavgis explores the rich tradition of the Desert Monastics and their relationship to animals and the natural world.
Dr Philip J. Sampson FOCAE, writer and lecturer on animals and animal ethics explores the impact of climate change, the benefits of plant-based diets in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and why Christians should be concerned about species extinction.
Brian D. McLaren, prominent Christian pastor, author, activist and speaker discusses his new book God Unbound, his love of nature and how Christians should respond to the ecological challenges we face today.
Philip Lymbery, Chief Executive of Compassion in World Farming and author of Dead Zone: Where the Wild Things Were, reflects on his childhood memories of being a vicar’s son, developing a passion for animals and campaigning against the terrible impact of factory farming.
The Rt Revd John Arnold, Roman Catholic Bishop of Salford, addresses the Creature Conference on how Pope Francis’s encyclical letter Laudato Si has triggered new, pioneering thinking in regards to animals and animal issues.
Mary Colwell, public speaker, producer and writer specialising in nature and the environment, reflects upon Thomas Merton, God’s presence within creation and humanity’s connection with the natural world.