Finnish Centre for Animal Welfare

The Finnish Centre for Animal Welfare EHK is an independent national network of experts whose goal is to safeguard and improve animal welfare. EHK develops national and international co-operation in animal welfare control and research. The aim is to monitor and disseminate research information on animal welfare and to maintain a debate on animal welfare issues. EHK actively monitors and cooperates with stakeholders. Through its activities, EHK promotes the goal of the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry in Finland and the Natural Resources Institute Luke to ensure a high level of animal welfare.