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about the students who are getting active for animals at their universities.

Aditi, Symbiosis International University
Her area of interest is Animal Laws and their intersectionality with other areas of law. She is particularly interested in Wildlife Laws. She has interned in the capacity of legal research and policy intern at People for Animals India, Animal Law Centre, NALSAR and is currently working as a member of the Counter Wildlife Trafficking Program at Wildlife Conservation Society, India. She recently founded an Animal Liberation Committee at her college to catalyze debate, discussion and research on animal cruelty and abuse. She has drafted a chapter on the Indian Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Act in the first Indian Animal Law Handbook which is under publication. She is currently co-authoring two research papers on the intersectionality of Labour laws and Animal Laws and International laws for Marine Biodiversity Conservation respectively. She is also a rescue volunteer at a local Animal NGO in her hometown. She aspires to specialise in Animal Laws after graduation and explore the ways in which she can maximise her impact in conferring protection on animals.

Aryan, University of Bristol
Aryan is studying law at the University of Bristol, and is part of the University Law Clinic. He believes that Animal rights should be given the same stature as Human Rights and the first step to achieve it would be to make universities teach students Animal Law. Alongside this he loves wildlife photography and his dream is to see the black panther in it’s total wild nature.

Dara, University of Durham
I am currently a PhD student at Durham University and my work focuses on how international law treats “harmful” cultural practices. One of the main practices that I look at is whaling and concerns for the welfare of whales is an key issue in my research. This is a passion project for me and one day I hope to become a barrister. I have been a vegan for around 6 years and being involved in protecting animals is a great passion of mine. I studied Animal Law at LJMU during my undergraduate degree course and I hope to spread more awareness through my role as an ambassador.

Kshitija, University of Durham
I have always been passionate about animal welfare and have been volunteering at various animal charities such as RSPCA for several years. My third year dissertation also is on the topic of the development of animal welfare regulations. I’m so pleased to be representing A-Law and to learn more about the field of animal welfare law! I look forward to working with the professionals here and doing my bit to help support the organisation.

Molly, University of Aberdeen
My name is Molly, and I am a final year law student at the University of Aberdeen. When not studying, I enjoy cooking, going for long walks, and watching true crime documentaries. I am passionate about animals, and throughout my time at University have been involved with several animal welfare related projects.

Naomi, University of Durham
Naomi is a PhD student at Durham University. She first became interested in law when studying a jurisprudence module during her year abroad in Paris and, following a Master’s degree at Oxford, began her legal studies. Her current research turns to continental literature and philosophy in approaching the legal question of personhood for animals, fostering a posthumanist openness that welcomes the animal as a guest rather than an enemy, as a subject instead of an object. In lieu of blurring the distinction between human/animal, she is considering the possibility that the animal could teach us how we ourselves might escape the hostility of intellectual captivity and bias in the hopes of envisaging a post-anthropocentric conception of ‘animalhood’. She is excited to organise A-Law events involving other faculties in the humanities and sciences to encourage a multiplicity of viewpoints on legal issues. In her free time, you can probably find her in a park surrounded by squirrels or rehabilitating injured pigeons!

Parnika, University of Bristol
I am Parnika, a first year law student at University of Bristol. As a student ambassador, I’m hoping to develop a platform that allows us to advocate the current issues relating to the rights and welfare of animals, network with individuals of the same beliefs, and hopefully influence many to delve into the broad field of animal law.

Yuriko, Queen’s University Belfast
Yuriko is studying Master’s in Law at Queen’s University Belfast. She became interested in animal rights and environmental justice after reading a book called “We are the Weather” by Jonathan Safran Foer. She looks forward to having a great time with the A-Law community.

Gretta, MCL at University College Dublin

Nadia, Edinburgh University
Nadia is a second year LLB Law student at the University of Edinburgh. She has a wide range of interests, including animal welfare, technology, poetry, art, and volunteering. Apart from being a student, she also writes articles on legal aspects of M&A deals with other students at Investing Volt, looks for legal work experience, takes part in poetry/law competitions, tries to connect with her pets left at home with family, and explores Edinburgh.

Mary, Edinburgh University
I am Mary, a final year accelerated LLB student at the University of Edinburgh. I have a huge passion for animal rights and Veganism and I thoroughly enjoy pursuing this through my role as Student Ambassador for A-law. My ultimate goal is to contribute throughout my life to the improvement of animal welfare standards as well as the education of animal law. I also have two rescue Pomeranians who are my best friends in the world!

Carys, Oxford Brookes
Carys is the A-Law Student Ambassador for Oxford Brookes. She has grown up surrounded by animals and has always been passionate about the treatment of animals. Carys is keen to spread awareness and encourage others to become more involved in making a positive change to the welfare of animals.

Haweya, BPP
I am 27, and my name is Haweya. I am studying my LPC at BPP law school, and I am in my second year. I look forward to volunteering with A-LAW for another year.

Emily, University of Law
My name is Emily, I’m currently a student at the University of Law studying the GDL, hoping to pursue a career in animal and environmental law. I studied my undergraduate in English at Lincoln University where I also volunteered at several animal sanctuaries during my spare time and wrote a blog on conservational and environmental issues. I’ve been lucky enough to travel and incorporate sanctuary and conservation visits to meet a variety of animals which opened my eyes to the issues animals are facing in the UK and worldwide. My rescue cat Wilf was abandoned by his previous owners and has gone from feral to the most loving pet and has shown how much animals need our help. I’m excited to become a A-Law ambassador and make a difference.

Helena, Birmingham City University
My name is Helena and I am a second year Law student at Birmingham City University. Alongside my studies I am the Participation & Inclusions Officer at my university’s law society, a legal assistant and a trainee advisor at Citizens Advice Bureau. I am a member of the Earth Society and I am an ex instagrammer for BCU’s Hedgehog Friendly Team where I campaigned/ raised awareness about hedgehogs.

Barbara, Queen's University Belfast
My name is Barbara and I’m a first year Law and French student. I am passionate about justice and equality, and I have a particular interest in Human Rights and Animal Law. As Emile Zola once said, ‘Man’s highest duty is to protect animals from cruelty.’ My deepest desire is to be able to, in 60 years, confidently say that I have put maximum effort into helping animals. I believe that in a world where one has the power to communicate with people in any part of the world, whether that be through technology or other, it is time to connect and create a barrier of protection for animals that no human greed or ill-intention can break down.

Selinay, University of Kent
My name is Selinay, and I am a second year LLB Law and Politics student at the University of Kent. Alongside my studies, I am ‘Corporate Liason and Outreach Officer’ of the 93% and also the Co-Chair of the Cyprus Friendship Program Alumni Association. I am beyond excited that I will be taking an active role in spreading more awareness about Animal Rights in Kent. My ultimate goal is to extend my knowledge and experience so that I will be able to share my insights and invaluable experience in Cyprus as well. I am looking forward to working with the A-LAW team and to make a difference!

Grace, University of Essex
My name is Grace, and I am a second-year LLB Law student at the University of Essex. Animal welfare has always been of great importance to me, but I have only recently learned that I am not helpless to watch injustice, and that I can make a difference in this field. My goal is to use my platform as a campus ambassador for A-LAW to support others in realising that they can make choices as individuals, and campaign for bigger change, to act for the innocent and speak out for the voiceless. I aspire to eventually gain my solicitor’s qualification and use my specialist skills to lobby for change in this area.

Tay, Birmingham City University
My name is Tay, and I am a first-year law student at BCU. I am head student ambassador of the law society where we have raised money for many amazing organisations, including A-LAW! I look forward to strengthening my knowledge on animal law and meeting all the incredible people involved.

Natasha, University of Winchester
I am a second-year student studying Animal Welfare and Society at the University of Winchester. I feel extremely fortunate to be able to study such a range of areas that relate to animal welfare, including ethics, science, and law, all of which I feel will help one another in advocating for them. The need to help farm animals particularly drew me to wanting to work in animal protection. Ultimately, I would love to be a voice for animals in any way that I can, therefore, I am extremely excited to learn more and get involved in becoming part of the A-law team!

Aimee, Birmingham City University
Hi I am Aimee, I am a third-year law student and a committee member of the Law Society. I am a huge animal lover and am so happy to be involved in a company which improves the lives of animals and helps bring awareness to the big issues.

Kabir, University of Leeds
My name is Kabir, and I am a first-year Law student at the University of Leeds. I have always been passionate about animal welfare and have been volunteering at various animal charities in my hometown such as Team Meraki for several years. I believe that animals should also be provided with the same set of rights as Human Rights, as George Orwell’s Animal Farm’s final chapter – “All living things are equal.” I look forward to working with the professionals at A-LAW and spreading awareness about the charity. Alongside this, I love to take wildlife and nature photography, and I dream to help animals around the world to a better and safer environment.

Lauren, University of Reading
I’m Lauren, a final year law student at the University of Reading! I’ve grown up around animals and with an interest in environmental law. My first job was at a cattery (where cats went when their owners were on holiday) and stayed there until I moved away for university. I’ve always been interested in animal rights and welfare and was shocked to discover that animal law is not widely taught! I want to raise awareness of the topic. When not studying, I am fundraising through my university raising and giving society, playing The Sims or listening to Taylor Swift!

Edua, University of Leeds
My name is Edua, and I am a second-year law student at the University of Leeds. I have always been passionate about the treatment and protection of animals. I have grown up surrounded by dogs, cats, and horses. I saved dozens of dogs and cats from the streets in Romania and Hungary, nurtured them back to health and found new homes for them. My mission is to give a voice to those who do not have one, and raise awareness of the importance of protecting animals.

Divya, University of Birmingham
Divya will be completing her law degree in 2022. She has been contributing to law through her writings and voluntary roles since she stepped foot in law. She has a strong interest in commercial, maritime and space law. Divya wants to pursue a career in law with multiple specialities, with an upper hand in commercial law.

Nisha, University of York
My name is Nisha, and I am a law student at the University of York. I am interested in many areas of law such as criminal and family, but what I particularly want to learn more about is animal law. I have a great interest in animal welfare. I have always loved animals, but my first pet guinea pig made me have a strong passion for animal welfare. I started understanding animals and caring for them even more. I have volunteered in an animal shelter back in Singapore and helped to take care of big dogs. I also play my part by donating to and sponsoring different animal sanctuaries. I believe that animals are not that different from us humans. Their rights matter as much as ours do. I aim to advocate for animals all around the world and help in any way that I can to improve animal welfare.

Georgie, University of Law
My name is Georgie and I am a masters law student at the University of Law. I love all things animals, especially spending time with my rescue pup Loki. I enjoy going for long walks, reading and dancing in my spare time. I am currently a paralegal at a local law firm but animal law; especially regarding animal welfare with domestic pets, is something I am passionate about and would love to be more involved in.

Meghan, Edge Hill University
Hi! I am Megan, a first year Law student at Edge Hill University. Outside of university, I am a legal assistant in the crime department at Levins Solicitors. I have always been passionate about animals from growing up with them and always having a house full of rescues! I look forward to using this passion that has once left me feeling powerless over the bigger issues and channelling it into advocating for animals and making positive changes.
Ambassadors in action! Be inspired…
by some of the ways our current and former Ambassadors have been helping animals.
Acting for animals! Find out more…
about how you can help animals at university with our Inspiration & Ideas booklet.