Animal Rights Forum 2026

The 2026 Animal Rights Forum is Australia’s premier animal protection conference, scheduled to take place from Saturday, 21 February to Sunday, 22 February 2026.

Location: Sydney Masonic Centre, 66 Goulburn St, Sydney NSW 2000.
Main Program: Two days of workshops, presentations, and panel discussions across three dedicated rooms.

Tickets: Available via TryBooking. Photo ID is required for entry.

Key Speakers & Topics
The forum features prominent figures in legislation, research, and grassroots activism:
Emma Hurst & Amanda Dorn: Animal Justice Party MPs discussing legislative reform and independent animal protection offices.
Dr. Jed Goodfellow: Unpacking national progress toward independent offices for animal protection.
Clare Mann: Vegan psychologist facilitating roundtable discussions on advocacy and mental resilience.
Aleesha (Edgar’s Mission): Presenting a roadmap for transitioning toward plant-based food systems and law reform for dairy cows.
Sea Shepherd Australia: Discussing essential collaboration between charity organizations.
NSW Hen Rescue: Hosting a “Tiny Sanctuary, BIG Impact” workshop on microsanctuaries.

Opportunities
Scholarships: Voiceless offers advocacy scholarships for young and early-career Australian advocates to cover travel and registration costs.
Exhibitors: The event includes an Animal Defenders Expo and a “Fashion for a Cause” parade.

TICKET PRICES
GENERAL ADMISSION – $150 for the 2-day forum (Early Bird – $120, until 30th November)
CONCESSION ADMISSION – $95 for the 2-day forum (Early Bird – $75, until 30th November)
SOLIDARITY ADMISSION – $280 for the 2-day forum, plus donation (Early Bird – $220, until 30th November)
SOCIAL EVENT – $80 (no early bird tickets or other discounts)

ANIMAL JUSTICE AWARDS: Saturday 21st February; 5:15pm in the Grand Lodge
SOCIAL EVENT: Saturday 21st February; 6pm in the Marble Foyer