Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries: Jessica Harris On the Leading Farmed Animal Rescues Herd Around the Barn

Have you ever wondered what sets apart one animal sanctuary from the next? It can be hard to decide which to support when they all seem to work towards the same goal. Kathy is joined this week by Jessica Harris - the Farmed Animals Program Director at the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (https://www.sanctuaryfederation.org/) (GFAS). In this informative conversation, they discuss:* Jessica’s path to working in animal rights, and particularly in her current role to support the work of farmed animal sanctuaries* The important work of the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries to certify well-practiced organizations around the world as top animal protection charities* The unfortunate path of some sanctuaries that become hoarding situations* The invaluable lessons gained in her unique job, and how she applies those lessons to her work* Raising a vegan child and bringing her to CAS, where she met and fell in love with many different animalsTo learn more about the work of GFAS, follow them on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/gfassanctuary/) and Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/GFASsanctuary/).Connect with Kathy Stevens:* Facebook: Kathy Stevens (http://facebook.com/kathy.stevens.CAS), Catskill Animal Sanctuary (https://www.facebook.com/catskillanimalsanctuary)* Twitter: @CASanctuary (https://twitter.com/CASanctuary/)* Books: Where the Blind Horse Sings (https://casanctuary.org/shop/book-where-the-blind-horse-sings/)* Website: CASanctuary.org (https://casanctuary.org/)* Instagram: @catskill_animal_sanctuary (https://instagram.com/catskill_animal_sanctuary/)* YouTube: Catskill Animal Sanctuary (https://www.youtube.com/user/CASanctuary)