Just 2.0 Handbook

Indicator Overview

INTENT

The Just program calls for organizations to develop policies, programs, and practices that support the humane, compassionate treatment of all animals.

INDICATOR METRICS

LEVEL ONE

  1. Organization has written and posted public policy on its commitment to animal welfare.

LEVEL TWO

  1. Organization has written and posted public policy on its commitment to animal welfare.
  2. Organization does not participate in the harmful or abusive treatment of animals including animal testing, animal experimentation, and factory farming practices.
  3. Organization contracts with caterers and food suppliers that source certified humane animal products.
  4. Organization makes plant-based food options available for catered events and external functions.

LEVEL THREE

  1. Organization has written and posted public policy on its commitment to animal welfare.
  2. Organization does not participate in the harmful or abusive treatment of animals including animal testing, animal experimentation, and factory farming practices.
  3. Organization contracts with caterers and food suppliers that source certified humane animal products.
  4. Organization ensures that at least 50% of food served for catered events and external functions is plant-based.
  5. Organization purchases supplies, materials, and ingredients that have not been tested on animals.

LEVEL FOUR

  1. Organization has written and posted public policy on its commitment to animal welfare.
  2. Organization does not participate in the harmful or abusive treatment of animals including animal testing, animal experimentation, and factory farming practices.
  3. Organization serves an exclusively plant-based menu for catered events and external functions.
  4. Organization purchases supplies, materials, and ingredients that have not been tested on animals.
  5. Organization allows a pet-friendly workplace environment at least one day a week.
  6. Organization actively encourages volunteering at animal shelters or sanctuaries.
  7. Organization directs 10% of total annual charitable donations to animal welfare and protection groups.