Ocean Acres passionately advocates animal welfare, living in a healthy environment and with a strong emphasis on community collaboration. It’s important that as a society, as human-beings, that we are kind, caring, considerate and respectful – not just towards animals but to people and our surroundings too. Every day we get a chance to be different, a chance to change, a chance to be better! The youth of Barbados are our future. Educating and developing the minds of the young is where we begin.
We promote and encourage a kind and caring mentality towards all living creatures and the world around us. We aim to build a community of young individuals with a passion to make positive change. To educate and empower, share ideas and work together towards creating a happy, healthy, brighter future for us all.
Our Aim
- To educate and share information about care and kindness towards all animals
- Fundraising to help Ocean Acres continue to care for rescue dogs and cats
- To educate and promote the importance of neutering animals and fundraise to support The Spay & Neuter Program
- To champion animal welfare and encourage others to do the same
- This includes reporting animal abuse – if you see something, say something!
- This includes educating ourselves and others on the proper care of pets and also farm animals
- To educate on healthy living in an eco-friendly environment
What We Offer
- Animal Care and Welfare training, education courses and demonstrations
- Training videos, activities, competitions, quizzes and assignments
- A chance to have your say: via our Newsletter, Website and Social Media Marketing
Our Core Values
- OPEN-MINDEDNESS
- COMPASSION
- EFFICIENCY
- A KIND AND HONEST HEART
- NEVER GIVE UP ATTITUDE
- ACCOUNTABILITY & RESPONSIBILITY
- COMMITMENT
- RELIABILITY
- EDUCATION FOR OURSELVES AND OTHERS
- SERVICE AND HARD WORK
The Benefits
- Interact and play with lots of amazing animals
- Make new friends: be part of a group with other like-minded children
- Experience new people, opportunities and environments
- Learn to achieve, share and appreciate your knowledge, talents and abilities
- Have fun taking part in activities and learning new skills
- Find an interest in working with animals in the future – job opportunities: Pet Trainer, Pet Groomer, Vet, Veterinary Tech/Assistant, Kennel Assistant, Dog Walker, Pet-Sitter and much more…
- Be part of CHANGE! Make a difference by being the difference!
Helping these animals is no simple task. We need more than a few fundraisers, more than a few volunteers to rescue and care for these animals – we need a change – and that’s what the Ocean Acres youth initiative is about!
