Donate now to help end the harmful use of animals in science.
Help build a future where science is ethical, effective, and free from animal harm.
Why your support matters
For decades, animals in Aotearoa New Zealand have been harmed in the name of science, even as safer, more accurate alternatives exist.
Behind every statistic is a sentient life. One that deserves better.
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Make a one-off donation today or choose to give monthly and become part of the Founding 500, a community of supporters providing steady, long-term backing for ethical science.
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Beyond Animal Research (BAR) exists to change how science is done in Aotearoa, replacing harmful animal use with ethical, effective, and evidence-based alternatives.
How your donation creates change
Your donation helps BAR, work with scientists to:
- Challenge outdated scientific practices.
- Accelerate the adoption of non-animal alternatives.
- Build a future where innovation and compassion go hand in hand.
The reality in New Zealand
These figures are based on publicly reported MPI data (2014–2024).
Animals bred for science annually, never used and killed.
Animals who were bred for science in NZ and never used are also killed.
Animals used for science in NZ each year and killed.
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No matter the size, your support fuels progress. Donate now to protect animals, support innovation, and help reshape the future of science.
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What is a founding 500 member?
Founding 500 members are BAR’s first 500 regular givers. They are helping build this movement from the beginning and becoming part of BAR’s DNA.
Their support helps create a future where animals are no longer harmed in science.
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References: The statistics on this page represent a three-year average of publicly reported animal use data from the Ministry for Primary Industries (MPI), based on 2014–2024 figures. A detailed breakdown is available here.