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Animal Action Week 2008

Beneath the Waves:
Protecting Marine Wildlife

7 Days That Can Change the World ...
and a Year of Action for Animals



Take Action for Marine Wildlife

You can take a different action every day during Animal Action Week. Learn what you can do to help IFAW protect life beneath the waves.

Watch the beneath the waves ! Movie

Watch the movie and download the education pack for teachers. Encourage your school or youth group to join in!





Pick Up Plastic! Protect Marine Wildlife

Watch this video on plastics in the ocean and then join our campaign to clean up plastic and other rubbish that threatens the future of the oceans and marine wildlife. Share your photos!

Nominate your hero for an IFAW action award

IFAW wants to recognize work of people who have done outstanding things for animals. Tell us why your hero should receive an IFAW Action Award





Animal Action Week is now in its 16th year, taking place in 16 different countries. The week’s goals are education, awareness and campaigning. Becoming involved in Animal Action Week is your chance to play a part in saving animals around the globe. Details of Animal Action Week 2009 to be announced.