How to end factory farming — and what you can do today

Lewis Bollard’s TED Talk highlights the urgency of ending factory farming, and serves as a powerful reminder that progress for animals is not only possible — it’s already happening. Watching it, we were struck by a few lessons for effective change.

Our three takeaways from the talk:

• Target the biggest sources of suffering. Small, tractable wins (like cage-free and crate-free commitments) can improve the lives of billions of animals.
• Back proven strategies. Evidence-driven advocacy and corporate engagement deliver outsized impact per dollar.
• Think system change. Policy, markets, and technology (including alt proteins) can shift entire industries, not just individual choices.

If, like us, you’re inspired by Lewis’s message and want your giving to help animals as much as possible, explore Giving What We Can’s top recommendations on animal welfare: independent, research-driven options for high-impact donations. Your support can translate directly into fewer animals suffering in factory farms.

→ Check out our top animal welfare recommendations

Watch the talk above and consider sharing it with a friend. Small actions compound — especially for those who can’t speak for themselves.