Join us on August 25-29 to break boundaries and rethink approaches to animal protection!
The 14th Biennial Asia for Animals (AfA) Conference in Taipei, Taiwan, will bring together advocates, researchers, and professionals to drive meaningful change for animals. The program features engaging panels, interactive workshops, and strategy-driven discussions on key animal protection issues. Delegates will explore policy advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and innovative solutions while networking with experts across Asia. With live Chinese translations, the conference ensures inclusivity and collaboration.
Please note the full program is subjected to change.
The delegate fees will cover all expenditure incurred in the organization of the Conference, such as venue hire, meals throughout the conference programme, conference shuttle during Conference days.
Guidelines to register for the event is now available at asiaforanimals.com/conference-2025 at asiaforanimals.com/conference-2025
Abstract submissions are closed as of December 10th, 2024, 11:59PM GMT+8
The Marriott Taipei will be providing discounted booking rates for delegates (subject to availability). Book your stay HERE.
There are also other Airbnb and hotel options around the area that are within walking distance, such as Hotel Indigo, Saura Hotel, Grand Victoria and the Grand Mayfull. Check for AfA Conference Discount HERE.
It is also a 9 minute walk to the conference venue from MRT Jiannan Road Station (BR 15).
The Taipei Metro (MRT) is a convenient way to travel within the city. The closest MRT station to the venue will be Jiannan Road MRT Station (BR 15) on the brown line.
Hailing a taxi may be difficult within the Dazhi/Neihu areas, so we recommend downloading the Uber app. Taxis can also be booked via hotel front desk and concierge. Taxi rates in Taipei start at $85 NT (approx. $2.5 USD) for the first 1.25 km
A passport with remaining validity of at least six months as of the date of entry
Visa requirements/Visa exempt countries, please check website of Bureau of Consular Affairs. For those who require an official invitation letter please contact us at: conference@asiaforanimals.com
There are no mandatory vaccination requirements when entering Taiwan
There are two arrival airports - Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). TPE is the main International arrivals airport and is located in Taoyuan City, about a 40 minute car ride from Taipei. TSA is located in central Taipei city and is primarily a domestic airport with some flights to and from other regions in Asia.
TPE to the Venue:
1.Airport Taxi Stand or Uber: Will take about 40 minutes and cost between $1200-1500 NT.
2.Airport MRT: Will take about 39 minutes on the Express train to Taipei Main Station or 53 minutes on the Commuter train. It is $150 NT for a one-way ticket.
TSA to the Venue:
1.Airport Taxi Stand or Uber: It is approx. a 13 minute car ride to the venue.
2.Airport MRT: It is only 2 MRT stops from SongShan Airport MRT Station (BR13) to Jiannan Road MRT Station (BR15), then it is an approx. 9 minute walk to the venue.
In August, the weather in Taipei is usually hot, humid and the sunlight can be intense, with occasional afternoon thunder showers. The highest temperature can reach 38°C. Taiwan's summer (June to October) falls during the Pacific typhoon season and the entire island is often hit by typhoons during these months. Taipei is generally safe but strong winds and heavy rain may still affect your travel plans. Be sure to keep a close watch on the weather forecast and we recommend booking airfare and accommodations that are exchangeable or refundable.
The language spoken in Taiwan is Mandarin Chinese and we use traditional Chinese characters. Though the younger generation in Taiwan may have some English ability and tourist attractions may likely have English speaking staff, we recommend downloading a translator app such as Papago (could be useful for taxi rides, night markets and smaller eateries).
Yes, the food and the beverages served at the AfA Conference 2025 will be vegan. The menu is curated by chef Nikki from South Africa.
Please note however that the conference venue is the hotel Marriot which is not a vegan hotel. Therefore, if you are booking accommodation in the hotel, please be aware that they serve options that are not vegan / plant-based. We have requested that they clearly label any non-vegan options. For further information please refer to the AfA Food and Beverage Policy document found here.
The conference will be held at the Taipei Marriott Hotel (www.taipeimarriott.com.tw), who has announced their commitment to source 100% cage-free-eggs and milk from dairy farms that have received the animal-welfare certification from the Environment and Animal Society of Taiwan, all by the end of April 2024!
This announcement came after discussions with our Taiwan co-hosts who suggested a change in the company’s policy before confirmation of the conference venue. Marriot Taipei learned about the impact companies can have on animal welfare by adopting humane policies and became the first five-star hotel in Taiwan to use 100% cage-free fresh eggs, liquid eggs, and milk with animal-welfare certification at the company’s six restaurants, banquet venues, employee cafeteria, and bakery.
We thank the Marriott Hotel Taipei for providing the conference with an amazing discount and for their support for animal welfare!
Travel Awards Applications are closed
For delegates from mainland China, please prepare all of the required documents and send them to us at conference@asiaforanimals.com by April 27th at the latest for visa application support.
Kindly install the WHOVA app (available in both iOS and Android) starting from May 27, 2025.
The event is in-person and no online option is available at the moment.
