Essays & Analysis Archive
This is an archive of Stray Dog Institute’s blog posts published between 2021-2023. Authored by Stray Dog Institute and, at times, guest authors, these essays articulate Stray Dog Institute’s perspectives on key issues shaping food system transformation and farmed animal advocacy.
Since 2024, our research has focused on larger, movement-serving projects such as the State of the Movement. We continue to share this earlier work because it offers context, insights, and analysis that remain relevant to ongoing conversations about food systems transformation, animal advocacy, philanthropy, and more. Please note that the information in these essays is not regularly updated.
Announcing: "State of the Movement" Survey Now Open
Take our State of the Movement survey, open to all nonprofit organizations worldwide whose work directly or indirectly benefits animals farmed or caught for food. Seeking one response per organization. Open now through the end of September!
How We Created Our AI Use Policy and Why We Recommend Adopting One
Drafting an AI Use Policy is a good step for any organization wishing to explore how AI use can reflect its values and support its mission.
Research Report: Alt Protein for Good
Our newest research report, Alt Protein for Good: Plant-Based Alternative Protein in the United States outlines ways to build momentum for inclusive food system change and ensure the broadest and deepest benefits from alternative proteins.
Political Ecology as a Catalyst for Farmed Animal Advocacy and Food System Transformation
Political ecology, with its interdisciplinary roots and emphasis on power dynamics, offers valuable insights and perspectives for advocates fighting industrial animal agriculture.
Data Literacy in the Animal Protection Movement
Faunalytics' content director karol orzechowski discusses the importance of basing farmed animal advocacy on sound data.