Animal Wellness Action

Animal Wellness Action is a non-profit advocacy organization based in Washington, D.C., dedicated to promoting legal and policy changes that prevent animal cruelty. The organization is highly relevant to the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries due to its successful lobbying for the FDA Modernization Act 2.0, which ended the federal mandate for animal testing in drug development. By championing the use of alternative methods such as organ-on-a-chip technology and cell-based assays, the group aims to modernize the drug approval process and improve human health outcomes. Their work involves legislative engagement, public policy research, and strategic partnerships to eliminate inhumane practices across various sectors.