Meet our expert: Anne Burgers

Meet our expert: Anne Burgers

About me

I have always been driven by science and animal welfare. After obtaining my Master’s degree in Animal Science from Wageningen University in 2013, I have had the opportunity to further develop myself with various organizations and companies. Influencing policy, bringing different parties together, and developing effective strategies have consistently been my guiding principles.

Having worked for industry organizations, NGOs, and commercial companies, I have gained a unique insight into how different stakeholders view an issue. I leverage this understanding to steer towards an effective strategy that everyone can commit to.

At Proefdiervrij, I combine my passion for animals and science with my talent for developing effective strategies. My goal? A world where we no longer need animals for biomedical research: no animal suffering, faster drug development, and more effective treatments.

Experience

I complemented my background in Animal Sciences with a minor in Animal Behaviour and Welfare at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU). After completing my studies, I worked for organizations such as the Dutch Society for the Protection of Animals (Dierenbescherming) and NEPLUVI (the Association of the Dutch Poultry Processing Industry), and I founded my own company, Equifacts. Since 2023, I have been working as advisor science and innovation at Proefdiervrij, where I am responsible for developing strategies to achieve our mission.

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