About us

SPANA (the Society for the Protection of Animals Abroad) is the charity for the working animals of the world.

Across Africa and the Middle East, SPANA clinics treat hundreds of thousands of donkeys, horses, mules, camels and livestock every year.
Our education programme teaches children and owners respect and compassion for animals.
During conflict, drought and natural disaster, our emergency programme gets help to animals and the communities who depend on them, whenever and wherever we're needed.

The SPANA story

SPANA was founded in 1923 by Kate Hosali and her daughter Nina, after they witnessed the suffering of animals on their travels through North Africa.

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Our people

An introduction to just a few of the people who help to ensure the charity runs smoothly and effectively.

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Publications

Discover how we fund our work to change the lives of working animals and how we spend your donations. This includes full financial statements available for download.

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Media

Information for media professionals, including photos, press releases and background information on the world’s first international animal charity.

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Donkey Doctor

Click here to play the Donkey Doctor game

Stride Out

STALMCome to the Stride Out Discovery Day or organise your own Stride Out for working animals