As the international arm of The Humane Society of the United States, HSI addresses issues such as inhumane practices and conditions affecting companion and farm animals, illegal trade in wildlife, threats to endangered species, slaughter of marine mammals, and the use of animals in research and testing. HSI works with national and jurisdictional governments, humane organizations, and individual animal protectionists to find practical, culturally sensitive, and long-term solutions to common animal problems.

Founded in 1991, HSI has expanded The HSUS's animal-protection activities into Central and South America, Africa, and Asia. HSI's Asian, Australian, and European offices, as well as offices in Costa Rica and Canada, help carry out field activities and programs.

A strong educational component is central to our work. It includes an electronic library and listserv that network animal activists worldwide, and a scholarship program that assists overseas guests with attendance at the HSUS Animal Care Expo. The HSI Assist program enables and empowers the work of individuals and animal protection groups around the globe. Our international efforts encompass relationships with the United Nations and work with various treaty and international agreements, including the World Trade Organization, affecting animals and their habitats. Through a close relationship with the UN Food and Agriculture Organization, we promote humane handling of animals destined for slaughter.

	Animal Care Expo HSI's premier training opportunity, with sessions focusing on topics of special interest to foreign participants. more
	Animal Cruelty Issues from Around the World Get a snapshot of the animal cruelty issues that have recently surfaced in countries around the world. more
	HSI Asia As the newest member of the HSI family, HSI Asia addresses animal and environmental protection issues in a region at once rich in biodiversity and rife with exploitation and animal abuse. more
	HSI Assist Learn more about HSI resources, networks, workshops, and other activities that enable and empower individuals and animal protection organizations around the world, and how you can take advantage of this assistance. more
	HSI Australia Established in 1994, HSI Australia has helped establish extensive protections for wildlife, habitat, and companion animals in Australia and the Pacific Rim. more
	HSI Award for Extraordinary Commitment and Achievement This annual award salutes individuals whose sensitivity and compassion have led them to exceptional levels of bravery and self-sacrifice on behalf of animals. more
	HSI Europe HSI Europe is at the forefront of animal-protection initiatives in the countries of the European Union. more
	HSI Offices and Staff Contact information and locations of HSI offices worldwide. more
	HSI's Electronic Library A rich and ever-expanding resource of articles, flyers, and other materials in English, Mandarin Chinese, Portuguese, Spanish and Russian for animal protectionists everywhere. more
	International Animal Fighting Campaign HSI is working to galvanize global support to join in the campaign to stop animal fighting worldwide. more
	International Trade Policy and Capacity Building Learn about Humane Society International's involvement with the World Trade Organization, free trade agreements, and capacity building in Latin America.more
	International Policy National legislation isn't always enough. Only when there are strong and effective international agreements will animals receive the protection they need and deserve. more
	Special Programs & Projects HSI works to provide practical, long-term solutions to common animal problems around the world. Read about our animal control and humane slaughter initiatives, our Working Equine Welfare program, the HSI Shelter & Advocacy Partners, and more. more