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Happy stands before a gate in the Bronx Zoo elephant exhibit.

The Struggle to Gain an Elephant’s Right to Bodily Liberty

A photo of #FreeHappy rally attendees

A Special Announcement and Thank You From NhRP President Steven M. Wise

Statement on Colombian Hippos Case

South African Judge Submits Brief in Support of Elephant Rights Case

The Commerford Zoo compels Minnie the elephant to stand on a stool at a fair.

The Unjust Treatment of Elephants in Connecticut

Review Sought in Connecticut Elephant Rights Case

The Commerford Zoo compels Minnie the elephant to stand on a stool at a fair.

Statement on Appellate Ruling in Connecticut Elephant Rights Case

Today a group of philosophers submitted an amicus curiae brief in support of the NhRP's chimpanzee rights cases on behalf of Tommy and Kiko.

Fighting for the cause of liberty

NhRP urges CT Appellate Court to rehear elephant rights case

On The Passing of D A Pennebaker

A Commerford Zoo handler uses a bullhook to compel Karen the elephant to give rides at a fair.

VIDEO: Hearing in Connecticut Elephant Rights Case

NhRP Seeks Appellate Review of Order to Transfer New York Elephant Rights Case to the Bronx

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