The Law for Life Initiative came together to protest the regulation that entered into force on August 2, 2024 and was published on December 13, 2024. In the press statement held in front of Ümraniye Shelter, it was emphasized that the shelter has not cooperated with volunteers for years, and that stray animals have been isolated here and their fate has become uncertain.
On October 14, 2024, during a visit by volunteers to the shelter, many injured and neglected animals were found and these images caused a public outcry. However, despite the two months that have passed, it was stated that no action has been taken against any official and the ill-treatment of animals in shelters continues.
In the statement, it was stated that animals should be sterilized, kept alive on site and the sale and production of animals should be banned, and the laws and regulations were demanded to be annulled. The initiative called on everyone who defends animal rights to support the struggle.