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About Us

Our History

Anima was created on December 11, 2003 by a group of 11 founder members.

The idea of founding Anima has originated from the present Life Honorary President, Albano Martins, after in the beginning of 2003 attention were being drawn to the lack of animal protection laws in Macau.

The name ‘Anima’ had been chosen right in the beginning. The two other founders of Anima besides the actual Life Honorary President were Fátima Galvão and Regina Pais. This was the team who began to give life to the new Association dedicating the first efforts to the building of the charter of Anima.

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Our Mission
Vision

To develop Macao as a role model community, in the awareness and prevention of neglectfulness and cruelty to animals.

Mission

By undertaking specific campaigns and social/cultural activities, ANIMA aims to provide adequate treatment as well as preserve the dignity of all the species for the benefit of the community of Macao.

Objectives

Protection – Provide proper conditions and veterinary care for abandoned and mistreated animals

Integration – Encourage temporary care or adoption back into the community.

Civism – Create awareness amongst pet owners, the responsibilities they have regarding the preservation of the environment and public health.

Knowledge – Provide to pet owners advice and training that can assist them in their daily management and care of pets.

Solidarity – Generate public awareness compassion and goodwill to the animal plight through socio-cultural activities.

Our Charter

Anima is a non-profit association with the highest status in Macau conferred by the Macau Government in November 25, 2009. It is considered a Public Utility Association and as so benefits of a special treatment from the Macau Government.

The purpose of this Association is to promote adequate treatment, the prevention and/or the suppression of cruelty on animals, as well as any other activities aiming directly or accessorily the attainment of such purposes.

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Our Boards
LIFE HONORARY PRESIDENT

Dr. Albano Martins

Awarded in 2020 for his historical achievements as President of Anima, Albano Martins was co-founder and Executive President of the Association for over 10 years. His presidency led to several outstanding accomplishments, such as the ‘The Merit Award’ conceded by the Chief Executive of Macau SAR in 2019. For his campaign on the closure of Macau Canidrome, Albano Martins was awarded for organizational and leadership excellence by peers in the USA, Italy and Ireland. His role as an animal-rights activist has been marked by fierce fights for fundraising and bold campaigns, affiliating Anima to worldwide coalitions. He’s also among Anima’s main philanthropists.

LIFE HONORARY PRESIDENT

Dr. Ho Hau Wah, Edmond

Awarded in 2012 for his strong support to Anima, Edmond Ho has helped Anima from the very first moment of our existence. His altruistic support has been decisive in several fields, from facilitating the financing of the new shelter to lowering the license fees of dogs. His role was also crucial on the concession of the actual land provided to Anima, enabling our own premises in Coloane to house an animal shelter. As Chief Executive of Macau SAR, Edmond Ho conceded the special recognition of Administrative Public Utility to Anima in November of 2009.

LIFE HONORARY PRESIDENT

Dr. Steve Wynn

Awarded in 2012 for his strong financial support to Anima and the commitment of helping the Association in the future. Steve Wynn either individually or through Wynn Resorts (Macau) has been the second major donor of Anima, immediately after Macau Foundation. His allocation of funds allowed Anima’s activities to grow and has been crucial for bringing protection to a bigger number of animals.

HONORARY PRESIDENT 2010-2015

Ms. Faye Ho

Awarded in 2010 for her strong financial support to Anima, Faye Ho was the President of the Executive Committee of Anima for several years. Her presence was essential for Anima’s existence, enabling the activities of the Association during difficult times of shortage of funds. She was awarded Honorary President for the period of 2010-2015.

General Assembly
PRESIDENT

Ms. Ana Soares da Silva

VICE-PRESIDENT

Mr. José Celestino Maneiras

SECRETARY

Ms. Yip King Lai

Board of Directors
PRESIDENT

Ms. Tang Tinna

VICE-PRESIDENT

Ms. Ieong Im Fai

VICE-PRESIDENT

Mr. Chan I Pan

SECRETARY

Ms. Ieong Mei Sim

TREASURY

Ms. Wong Man Yee

MEMBER

Ms. Mariana Quintanilha

MEMBER

Mr. Roberto Silva

Supervisory Body
PRESIDENT

Mr. António Félix Pontes

VICE-PRESIDENT

Mr. José Eduardo Isaac Soares Duarte

MEMBER

Ms. Tam Ka I

Ethics Committee
MEMBER

Mr. Francisco da Silva Leandro

MEMBER

Ms. Julia Jerosch Herold

MEMBER

Ms. Carla da Silva Figueiredo

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