OSTA,  the “Organization for the Spiritual Treatment of Animals”, is committed to the service of animals through a combination of material and spiritual initiatives.

• We strive to serve animals, foster a sustainable community, and cultivate a deeper bond between animals and humans.
• We operate based on principles of love, respect, and integrity. These principles not only shape our internal interactions but also steer our external engagements.
• We are dedicated to maintaining financial transparency, ensuring our commitment to animals is balanced with practical strategies and sound financial planning.
• Our spirit animal is the Beluga whale, symbolizing intricate communication, adaptability and community.
• We  imbue our work with symbols: the Lotus Flower signifying transition, the Caduceus representing communication, the Heart denoting spiritual love, and the Arrow embodying resilience and the duty to uphold animal rights.

For a deeper understanding of our values, we invite you to visit the ‘Who We Are’ section on our website.

OSTA, a Brussels-based organization, was founded by Jennifer Dubrulle who is also its Chief Animal Officer. She has a comprehensive understanding of animal welfare, wildlife conservation, and animal rights.  The organization’s vision is to evolve into a diverse group of team members who resonate with animals and demonstrate competence in their respective fields.

Our Advisory Board is a blend of idealism, practicality, and financial savvy. The board, including Geert Creemers, Franciska Devloo, Nuala Harnett, Ji Li, Anne Sevellec, and Jingjing Wu offer a balanced skill set. It ranges from project and business development to digital strategies, academia, public relations, and technology. Many of our board members are also guided by a spiritual awareness that informs their perspectives.

At OSTA, we are actively seeking individuals to join our team and help to achieve the vision of our Advisory Board and Chief Animal Officer, thereby strengthening our team’s capabilities. To learn more or express interest in joining, click on the “Get Involved” button in the top right corner of the website, in the navigation. We are also open to collaborations with consultants and experts in relevant fields.

The primary goals for the inaugural year include enhancing OSTA’s visibility, growing the community, deepening understanding of animal perspectives, refining the organizational structure, and forming strategic partnerships.

• Enhancing Public Visibility: The proposed strategies for enhancing public visibility include the launch of the OSTA website, the distribution of brochures, and particpation at festivals. In addition, OSTA plans to collaborate with media outlets, alongside a presence on social media platforms like Youtube, Facebook, and Instagram.
• Community Growth: Our goal for community growth is to boost the collective strength of the OSTA community and raise the count of human members and animal participants.
• Understanding Animal Perspectives: Our objective is to enhance our knowledge of the needs and challenges confronting animal populations in the Flemish, Brussels, and Walloon regions of Belgium and beyond.
• Refining Organizational Structure: Improvements to the organizational structure will be driven by member and Advisory Board feedback. The Board also anticipates soliciting opinions from newsletter subscribers, with plans to review and implement necessary improvements once the subscriber count reaches 1.000.
• Establishing Strategic Partnerships: Identifying potential partnerships will be a key priority, with organizations such as Natuurcollege, Love Button Global Movement, and De Zonnegloed, which share OSTA’s mission.

These 2024 objectives and long-term objectives were discussed in the inaugural meeting of OSTA. The summary of this meeting is included in the “What’s New” tab on the website with the title of the article: “Laying the Foundation: OSTA’s First Advisory Board Meeting, May 1, 2024”.

OSTA’s long-term objectives are primarily focused on serving animals, promoting community engagement, and deepening the human-animal connection.

1. Serving Animals: OSTA’s mission is to serve animals through an approach that blends material and spiritual components. We focus on understanding the perspective of animals and develop initiatives to enhance their lives.
2. Community Engagement: OSTA aims to foster a collaborative community of animal advocates. We plan to engage the community through newsletters, project collaborations, and skill sharing.
3. Deepening the Human-Animal Connection: OSTA seeks to deepen the bond between humans and animals. We propose to host community events at animal-specific locations to foster interaction and understanding.

You can find a more detailed discussion of OSTA’s long-term objectives and how we plan to achieve them in the “Our Mission and Vision” section under the “Who We Are” tab on our website.

We value the essential role of community and partner organizations to our mission. Our objective is to foster a sustainable community dedicated to animals, anchored by a culture of mutual support and collaboration. Here’s how you be an integral part of our journey:

• Stay connected by subscribing to our newsletter.
• Work with us on projects that positively impact animal lives.
• Lend your unique skills to our cause, or seek our support for animal-focused initiatives.
• Immerse yourself in our community by becoming a member.
• Consider joining our team to work with us more closely.
• If feasible, consider empowering us with a financial contribution.

For additional ways to partner with us, click on the “Participate” button in the top right corner of the website, in the navigation.

Animal Landscapes is our main platform for exploration, where we aim to encapsulate the viewpoints of animals. Not only is it a cornerstone for our content creation, but it’s also a stage for sharing animal narratives and drawing attention to initiatives where individuals and communities tangibly enhance animal well-being. We warmly invite those interested to contribute, and in this spirit of mutual benefit, we are committed to utilizing our resources to give back for these valuable contributions.

More about Animal Landscapes can be discovered in the corresponding section on our website.

We warmly invite you to reach out to us with any questions or thoughts you may have.  Our “Contact” section on our website is available for your use, or feel free to directly send us an email at info@osta.be.

We value your communication and look forward to connecting with you.