EAZA Animal Welfare Forum 2026

Join us for the next edition of the EAZA Animal Welfare Forum, hosted by Antwerp Zoo. Previous editions brought together nearly 200 representatives of zoos and aquariums, animal welfare organisations and academic institutions for three days of workshops, presentations and other activities, discussing and highlighting an evidence-based approach to animal welfare and bridging the gap between welfare research and application.

Themes will include: Animal-centered decision making, AI and technology in welfare monitoring, practical application of welfare assessments, cognitive and affective states, ethics and welfare, conservation welfare and more.

There will also be an EAZA Academy course on Quality of Life Assessments held prior to the event. Spaces are limited, so register early.