JANUARY COMPASSIONATE WORLD ROUNDUP BLOG
On Jane Goodall’s legacy of hope, why soil matters in Earth’s recovery, how your action transformed the lives of animals and our planet, plus lots more news and stories.
Opinion Articles
There’s a glaring omission in the SNP’s climate change plan. Why are they so scared?
The Scottish Government appears gripped by political hesitancy over persuading people to eat a healthier and more climate friendly diet
Ending the cruellest practices in farming makes financial as well as moral sense
High animal welfare standards are increasingly a mark of quality in global food markets
Jane Goodall’s legacy of hope in a fragile world
Intensive farming, not sewage, is the biggest threat to our waterways – and it’s time for action
Sewage in rivers is a real problem. But it’s not even the biggest source of pollution
Intensive farming, not sewage, is the biggest threat to our waterways – and it’s time for action
Why Soil Is the Frontline of Earth’s Recovery
The COP30 climate change summit in Brazil highlighted the importance of the Amazon to us all
Blogs
Social Media: Top 3 X Tweets
The top story was:
Everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about.
People, animals and wildlife are all trying to survive.
Be kind.
Always. #NewYear2026 #BeKindToAllKinds pic.twitter.com/11oS5vmFdK— Philip Lymbery (@philip_ciwf) December 31, 2025
with 45,000 impressions, 971 reposts and 3,600 likes
Next:
Such true words from the late, legendary and beloved @ciwf Patron, Dr. Jane Goodall
A gift to our world, who leaves a lasting legacy #LoveAllLife pic.twitter.com/LnxX4zlSSM— Philip Lymbery (@philip_ciwf) January 3, 2026
with 10,000 impressions, 430 reposts and 1,800 likes
And thirdly:
“I think sometimes we need to take a step back and just remember we have no greater right to be here than any other animal.”
Sir David Attenborough#EndFactoryFarming – the biggest cause of animal suffering in the world@CIWF_Global pic.twitter.com/rmELlfdFT1— Philip Lymbery (@philip_ciwf) January 19, 2026
with 19,000 impressions, 520 reposts and 1,300 likes
Upcoming Speaker Events
- 21st March 2026: In conversation with Chris Packham CBE, Oxford Literary Festival, Oxford
- 21st March, 2026: A panel comprised of Chris Packham CBE, Issy Tree and Philip will be discussing the value of Nature
- 27th May, 2026 at 4pm: Hay Festival: Philip will be speaking alongside Deborah Meaden and Andy Cato on a panel chaired by Sean Fletcher