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Ending Animal Dissections in NZ

Saving animals from dissections in schools and universities also creates safe, inclusive spaces for students to learn in. It’s a no-brainer!

Highlighting the Global Shift Away from Animal Experimentation

Internationally, a notable shift is underway towards replacing and phasing out animal experimentation. Several countries fund these efforts.

Bright Future Report

Read our Bright Future Report - a glimpse into how animal-free methods are outperforming animal models. Discover organ-chips, organoids, and computer models.

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We have come far and managed to secure important wins for animals over the years. From banning cosmetic testing to rehoming rats.

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Ending Animal Dissections in NZ

Saving animals from dissections in schools and universities also creates safe, inclusive spaces for students to learn in. It’s a no-brainer!

Highlighting the Global Shift Away from Animal Experimentation

Internationally, a notable shift is underway towards replacing and phasing out animal experimentation. Several countries fund these efforts.

Bright Future Report

Read our Bright Future Report - a glimpse into how animal-free methods are outperforming animal models. Discover organ-chips, organoids, and computer models.

Our Victories

We have come far and managed to secure important wins for animals over the years. From banning cosmetic testing to rehoming rats.

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For Parents and Caregivers

How to help and support your child opt-out of animal dissection classes. Know your rights and the ways to support ethical choices at your school.

For Students

How to respectfully say “no” to animal dissections and make a stand for animals. Learn about your rights and the actions to take at your school.

Guidelines For Teachers Using Animals in NZ

Teachers who want to use animals for teaching purposes in Aotearoa New Zealand need to be aware of the rules they must follow.

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Q. Will switching to Pathfinder impact my returns?

A. The team at Pathfinder aims to show that you don't have to choose between investing your money ethically and getting good returns - they would like you to have both! While past performance is not a guarantee of future returns, their three-year returns have been stellar and as an active manager, they strive to continually make investment decisions that grow your wealth and community well-being. Learn more about Pathfinder’s top-ranking returns here.

Q. Is Pathfinder Vegan?

A. While Pathfinder has policies around animal testing, factory farming, whaling, live exports and the use of animals for entertainment, it isn’t strictly 100% vegan.

For example, they don’t invest in factory farming, but they also don’t avoid investing in companies making products from wool - for example, WoolAid (who make wool bandages). You can find out more here.

Q. Is it exactly the same as KiwiSaver in terms of government contribution?

A. Yes. "To help you save, the Government will make an annual contribution to your account as long as you meet these conditions:

be over 18 and under 65, and
have been in any KiwiSaver scheme for at least 12 months, and
live in New Zealand, and
have paid at least $1,042.86 (just over $20 a week) into your KiwiSaver account between July 1st and June 30th the following year.

Note that your employer contributions don’t count; it is what you have paid that matters.

If you contribute less than $1,042.86 from your pay, you can make a voluntary contribution to top up your account to qualify for the Government contribution.

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