ACRES (Animal Concerns Research and Education Society), is a registered charity and Institution of Public Character (IPC), founded by Singaporeans in 2001.
Our journey began with campaigning for wildlife in captivity and to end the illegal wildlife trade in Singapore, and subsequently spearheaded campaigns that influenced policy changes, reshaped societal attitudes, and directly improved the lives of countless animals through our wildlife rescue, rehabilitation, release and repatriation efforts. We made strides in creating a more compassionate Singapore, positively impacting the lives of animals by the food we eat, products we buy, and our treatment towards animals.
ACRES’s mission extends beyond conservation. We are dedicated to promoting animal welfare and advocating for the rights of all animals. While conservation primarily focuses on protecting species and habitats to ensure their survival, animal welfare is about how individual animals are treated, regardless of their conservation status. We believe that every animal, whether endangered or commonly found, deserves to live free from cruelty and exploitation.
Ultimately, our advocacy is rooted in the belief that animals are not merely resources to be conserved but sentient beings with intrinsic value. This is why we strive to end animal cruelty in all forms—not just for species at risk but for every individual who deserves a life free from suffering.