Animals in Brussels Talks: Living Together in Our City

Join Us for an Inspiring Talk Series on Human-Animal Coexistence in Brussels

Brussels is home to a fascinating array of animals, from urban wildlife like foxes and birds to cherished pets and farm animals in educational and urban farming initiatives. How can we better understand and support these animals while fostering a harmonious city for all?

Our "Animals in Brussels" talk series invites you to explore these topics through interactive discussions, expert insights, and community connection. Each session is an opportunity to learn, engage, and take action for a more animal-friendly Brussels.

This series is presented by Jennifer Duvillers from OSTA - Organization for the Spiritual Treatment of Animals.

Talk Series Schedule

Monthly Saturday sessions:

• March 22, 2025

• April 26, 2025: 

• May 24, 2025

• June 21, 2025

You can join one or multiple of the series.

Location: Commons Hub, Rue de la Madeleine, 51, 1000 Brussels

Session Format

• 1:30-2:00 pm : Guided Meditation (Optional) 

• 2:00-3:00 pm: Expert-Led Session with Jennifer (OSTA)

• 3:00-3:30 pm: Open Discussion 

• 3:30-4:00 pm: Community Time & Refreshments

  
  

Talk Series Content

Talk 1: Meeting the Animals of Brussels 

Explore the rich diversity of Brussels’ animal inhabitants: from urban wildlife (foxes, birds, squirrels) in our parks to pets in residential areas and farm animals in educational farms and urban farming initiatives. Learn about ongoing research projects and community initiatives supporting animals in Brussels.

Talk 2: Urban Coexistence

Join our discussion on strategies for living alongside both wild and domestic animals, covering responsible pet ownership and  practical solutions for common urban animal challenges. 

Talk 3: Understanding Animal Policies

Get a clear picture of animal-related policies at various government levels (local, regional, federal and European) and their impact on Brussels’ animal life.

Talk 4: Building a Brussels for Animals Community

Explore practical ways to support animals in the city through community action, leading to the creation of a Brussels for Animals community that actively works to make Brussels more animal-friendly.

You can become part of the Brussels for Animals community! These talks will provide you with understanding and practical tools to contribute to animal well-being (including animal welfare and wildlife conservation) while connecting with others who share your interest in our city's diverse animal inhabitants.