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MONA FOUNDATION
On Monday 22nd of April, the Erasmus group set off on our bikes and made our way to Mona Foundation. An 8 km ride that took us about an hour.
During our visit to Mona Foundation, an organization dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of chimpanzees that have been held captive and abused by humans, we learned a valuable lesson about the relationship between humans and animals.
If an animal is raised in captivity, it cannot and will never be able to return to its natural habitat, to nature. This happens because if the animal gets used to being fed, to living enclosed in a few square meters… it cannot develop the necessary skills to survive in the wild. Therefore, every time an animal is in captivity, we are directly depriving it of its freedom for life.
Some people have made a habit of humanizing animals as a form of entertainment, without considering the negative consequences this can have. By laughing or taking photos with animals that have been trained to perform tricks or unnatural behaviours, we are indirectly contributing to animal abuse.
It is important to reflect on the way we interact with animals and ask ourselves if we are contributing to harmful practices. We must be aware that animals deserve to be treated with respect and dignity, not as mere attractions for our entertainment.
In conclusion, this experience has taught us the importance of being empathetic and responsible in our relationship with wild animals, avoiding supporting practices that may cause them suffering. It is essential to educate ourselves and raise awareness about the importance of conservation and respect for all forms of life on the planet.
Lucía and Estefi
