Public Engagement
One Welfare is a new discipline evolving from the recognition of the interconnection between humans, animals, and the environment, underpinned by animal welfare science, social and environmental science. The Covid 19 pandemic has highlighted the importance of this connectedness, from the origins of the virus to the solace that animals and the natural environment have provided to us during tumultuous times.
Creativity and innovation are at the heart of science and poetry and the spoken word provides a gateway to reflect on science and society. OWLET is a project partnership between the School of Veterinary Medicine and Poetry Ireland, funded by Science Foundation Ireland, to explore One Welfare through the lens of poetry. The project has created an illustrated booklet of commissioned and non-commissioned poems, launched on World Animal Day 4 October 2021. In addition four posters – two of the commissioned poems and two infographics are available and can be downloaded below. Illustrations were by Helena Grimes Art and Graphic Design by Kate Heffernan.
Download: PDF of The Meek by Martin Dyar (A3)
Download: PDF of 'For the Birds' by Moya Cannon (A3)
Download: PDF of the A to Z of Animal Welfare (A3)
Download: PDF of the A to Z of One Welfare (A3)
Animal Welfare Seminars
The seminar series commenced in 2007. They are open to veterinary community and other stakeholder groups. The aim of the seminars is to provide a forum to facilitate debate on animal welfare science based on current research.
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- Previous Events
Photo Courtesy of Kasia Szymanska
Professor Temple Grandin gave a talk on Humane Slaughter of Farm Animals to an audience of over 300 veterinary students and nurses, veterinary professionals and invited guests on 5 April 2013. An excellent talk, followed by a lively and informative discussion. Professor Grandin explained how to improve the welfare of farm animals during handling and slaughter by careful observation of the surrounding physical environment and designing facilities that account for the sensory perception and behaviour of animals.
The event was organised with the help of the UCD One Health Committee and sponsored by the Universities Federation for Animal Welfare.
- Professor (opens in a new window)Temple Grandin – 5 April 2013
- Professor Temple Grandin – 26 March 2009
- Welfare of Food Producing Animals
- Equine Welfare