“The greatness of a nation and its moral progress can be judged by the way its animals are treated.”

Animal testing is not only outdated and ineffective—it is also a deeply entrenched practice in education that does not reflect the reality of modern science. Despite decades of using animals to test drugs, study diseases, and develop treatments, the results have often failed to translate to human health outcomes. In fact, millions of animals continue to suffer in laboratories and classrooms globally, even though powerful, human-relevant animal-free alternatives exist today.

As science advances, so should the way we teach it. Innovative technologies are revolutionising research and testing without sacrifice of animal lives and offering accurate, ethical, and sustainable solutions. Yet, animal testing remains embedded in school experiments, college labs, and university curricula—normalising a practice that is scientifically flawed and ethically indefensible.

It’s time to realign education with progress.

At Medicine Without Cruelty, we believe the next generation of scientists and health professionals deserves an education that reflects the best of science. That’s why we provide curriculum support and bespoke resources for schools, colleges, and universities to integrate non-animal methods (NAMs) into their teaching. From primary to higher education and healthcare training, we’re here to help institutions embrace a new era of humane, effective science education.