One Health, One Welfare: A Holistic Approach to a Just and Fair World
Why One Health, One Welfare Matters
Imagine a world where people, animals, and the environment thrive together. At Samayu, we recognize that the health of one impacts the health of all. Through our One Health, One Welfare (OHOW) initiative, we are working to build a food system that respects farmers, protects public health, and ensures responsible farming practices.
With rising concerns about zoonotic diseases, antimicrobial resistance, and industrial farming, there is an urgent need for solutions that connect human, animal, and environmental well-being. One Health, One Welfare is not just a concept—it’s a movement for a healthier and fairer future.
Our Initiatives & Impact
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🔹 Training & Capacity Building
We work closely with farmers, government officials, and NGOs to provide practical training on disease prevention, biosecurity, and responsible farm management.
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🔹 Stakeholder Engagement
By bringing together policymakers, scientists, and industry leaders, we foster cross-sector dialogues that drive meaningful reforms.
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🔹 Policy Advocacy & Research
We collaborate with government bodies, academic institutions, and NGOs to shape policies that prioritize public health and responsible farming.
What is One Health, One Welfare?
One Health (OH) is a globally recognised approach endorsed by WHO, FAO, and WOAH that addresses health challenges arising from human-animal-environment interactions. It plays a key role in preventing disease outbreaks, improving food safety, and protecting ecosystems.
One Welfare expands this approach by including ethical treatment of animals and community well-being. Together, One Health, One Welfare (OHOW) provides a comprehensive framework for strengthening food systems and public health.
Samayu’s Role in Driving Change
Samayu’s Role in Driving Change
At Samayu, we move beyond discussions and create impact on the ground. Our OHOW initiative focuses on practical solutions that empower farmers, strengthen public health, and promote responsible farming.
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Reducing antibiotic overuse in farming to combat antimicrobial resistance.
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Equipping farmers with knowledge on responsible and effective farming methods.
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Advocating for better policies that support ethical and health-conscious agriculture.
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Building collaborations across sectors to drive lasting change.
Our Accomplishments
Through policy reform, institutional food shifts, and public engagement, we integrate animal justice into governance for lasting systemic change.
First-Ever Fish Welfare Policy in Madhya Pradesh
- Achieved a statewide fish welfare directive, impacting 92.5 million farmed fishes annually by integrating water quality monitoring, pollution control, and disease prevention.
- Secured formal recognition as an associate collaborator with the MP Fisheries Directorate, ensuring a seat at the table for aquaculture policy reforms.
On-Ground Implementation for Systemic Change
- Launched a pilot implementation program in Balaghat and Jabalpur districts, impacting 30,000 fish, by improving water quality and oxygenation through local governance partnerships.
- Provided water testing kits to cooperatives, enabling continuous monitoring of dissolved oxygen, pH, and pollutants.
- Engaged 150+ fish farmers and 8 cooperatives, embedding fish welfare into farming practices
Research-Driven Advocacy for Lasting Policy Change
- Published three peer-reviewed research papers (two under review) on aquaculture welfare, zoonotic risks, and sustainable alternatives.