Exhibit Work
Mexico grapples with the largest stray dog and cat population in Latin America, creating a complex issue with public health and animal welfare. Recognizing this challenge, ABAM (Agrupación para el Bienestar Animal en México) leads a strategic campaign focused on raising awareness and generating financial resources and infrastructure to create and improve shelters. This campaign bridges the gap between awareness and action by encouraging people to participate in all sorts of activities. It also heavily emphasizes the importance of cultural roots by changing the way people see stray dogs, leading to a more friendly environment for stray animals.
For instance, the campaign could highlight the historical stigma of dogs in Mexico, framed solely as guards or other utilities. By fostering a sense of connection and understanding, the campaign aims to break down negative stereotypes and encourage people to view stray dogs not as a nuisance, but as valued members of the community. It will also foster a sense of compassion and responsibility, encouraging responsible pet ownership, spaying and neutering, and fostering or adopting animals in need. This multi-faceted approach addresses the issue at its core, promoting long-term, sustainable solutions. It is important to raise awareness for these vulnerable animals and spark meaningful dialogue and action. ABAM’s work confronts this issue head-on, hoping to inspire a collective shift within our culture, aligning with the organization’s goals for a more humane and responsible future for animals in Mexico.
