A Declaration Of Rights For Whales And Dolphins
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"Helsinki, 23rd May 2010: A two day multi-disciplinary conference held at the University of Helsinki, Finland, addressed the question of whether whales and dolphins should be considered as non-human persons and granted special status. Experts covering various disciplines ranging from behavioural science to philosophy and international law concluded that all whales and dolphins have the right to life, liberty and wellbeing.
The attendees discussed the increasing body of scientific evidence with respect to cetaceans, including emergent understanding of self-awareness, abstract thought and cultural complexity. The meeting assessed this data in the context of our current moral principles, and subsequently concluded a 'Declaration on Rights for whales and dolphins'."
If you wish to read and sign the Declaration of Rights for Cetaceans, please go here.
"Helsinki, 23rd May 2010: A two day multi-disciplinary conference held at the University of Helsinki, Finland, addressed the question of whether whales and dolphins should be considered as non-human persons and granted special status. Experts covering various disciplines ranging from behavioural science to philosophy and international law concluded that all whales and dolphins have the right to life, liberty and wellbeing.
The attendees discussed the increasing body of scientific evidence with respect to cetaceans, including emergent understanding of self-awareness, abstract thought and cultural complexity. The meeting assessed this data in the context of our current moral principles, and subsequently concluded a 'Declaration on Rights for whales and dolphins'."
If you wish to read and sign the Declaration of Rights for Cetaceans, please go here.