Professor Nat Waran on “Summary of the Work of the Equine Ethics and Wellbeing Commission.” Some topics covered in this comprehensive presentation are why the FEI established the Commission, its role and objectives, social license to operate, surveys and public and stakeholder perception, ongoing concerns, research and research articles, recommendations, and insights on “A Good Life for Horses.” It also includes over 10 minutes of questions and discussions.
Professor Natalie Waran is an internationally recognized animal welfare scientist based in New Zealand. She has a Zoology degree from Glasgow University and a PhD from Cambridge University. She has been a Professor of Animal Welfare since 2005, with roles at Unitec Institute of Technology in Auckland and Edinburgh University's Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies.
Natalie is now Professor of One Welfare and Executive Dean at the Eastern Institute of Technology. She specializes in horse behaviour and welfare, co-founded the International Society for Equitation Science, and chairs the National Animal Ethics Advisory Committee. She also holds honorary positions at the Universities of Edinburgh, Nottingham Trent, and Hartpury.