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Driving Change for Pets and People: A Conversation with Claire of AWI

Claire Coughlin, Director of the Companion Animal Program at the Animal Welfare Institute (AWI), describes her position as her β€œunicorn job”, a perfect match of her passion and purpose. With a career spanning human services, support for abuse survivors, and animal welfare, Claire has long worked at the intersection of compassion for both people and pets. β€œA central part of my role is ensuring that policies and programs translate into real outcomes,” Claire shared. β€œThe work we do at AWI isn’t abstract; it’s about creating tools and resources that truly help people and animals in crisis.”

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β€œWe can change the world and make it a better place. It is in your hands to make a difference.”

β€” Nelson Mandela

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