Humane Education Programs

Mission:  Fostering awareness, wonder, and curiosity of companion animals to empower youth to imagine healthy, balanced ecosystems 

How does the Humane Education program support the Humane Society of Ventura County?  

Humane Education opportunities support HSVC by:

• promoting the adoption of animals, fostering, & volunteering  
• sharing information about available services & programs provided by the organization 
• sharing with youth the importance of pet care and observing animals 
• inspiring youth to help animals through service & donations 

Goals of Humane Education Programs:

• Engage with Ventura County schools, homeschools, and youth organizations 
• Provide information about services and support for companion animals  
• Provide an opportunity for students to practice skills linked to character-building  
• Share a common language and knowledge of the animal community and the connections between humans, non-human animals, and the environment (Humane Education) 

Humane Education Programs Available:

• In the Community/Offsite Programs available September - May: You provide the space, and a Humane Educator will share information with learners about coexisting with companion animals in our local neighborhoods. 

• At the Shelter/Onsite Programs Available Seasonally - HSVC will provide the space, and a humane educator will share information with learners about animals at the shelter and ways to help. 

If you are interested in Humane Education opportunities for your school to youth organization, please contact Humane Investigations Director Kendra King at [email protected].