Educating the next generation
of advocates
Through institutional partnerships and certified curricula, FePA leads an education program on animal and environmental protection, shaping generations that are sensitive to and committed to our animals and our planet.
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Certified workshop on humane education
Through LivingKind, FePA offers the humane education workshop that trains teachers across the island. The methodology has been validated internationally and adapted to the Puerto Rican context, making it possible to build respect for animals into the public school system from an early age.
Raising defenders from the classroom
FePA sponsors elementary-school students in a program that prepares them as the next generation of animal-welfare defenders in Puerto Rico. The program combines education, community leadership, and direct action to create real grassroots change, and is led by the teacher in charge, Meliana Canino, who also serves as FePA’s secretary. Rooms To Go sponsored the construction of a space where students care for the animals they rescue.
Humane education in schools: a six-year alliance
Teachers from all seven educational regions of the Department of Education took part in FePA’s Humane Education training, held from October 31 to November 14, 2025. The workshop, led by Bob Schwalb of the US organization LivingKind, offered hands-on activities on empathy and compassion for animals, the environment, and social justice. Participants committed to adopting at least one humane practice in their classrooms. The next session will take place on January 25 and 27, 2027.
“The best workshop I have taken in my 24 years as a teacher.”
Participating teachers
“Honestly, I had never taken a workshop like this.”
Participating teachers
“An excellent workshop, full of learning.
Participating teachers
More workshops like this!”
“It was masterful!”
Participating teachers
“…Excellent, keep up the initiative. I loved it!”
Participating teachers
Our educational partners
FePA’s programs are made possible by organizations that share our vision of a more compassionate Puerto Rico.
Are you a teacher or school principal?
Bring humane education to your campus. Complete the form and a member of our team will contact you soon.
Why take part?
- You will receive guidance to implement the program at your school.
- You will have free access to educational materials that FePA receives.
- You will receive ongoing support.
- You will help raise citizens who are compassionate and empathetic toward animals, the environment, and people.