Michelle Buckalew
Animal World USA founder/president


                           Michelle has been working in animal welfare
                               since 2000. In 2003, Animal World USA                                            was founded after she began earnestly                                                   reporting on the welfare of animals. A passion                      developed which she says has led her to
                               fullfill her life's destiny with animals.                                              
                                  
Michelle's career includes working as a radio program producer, on air host and marketing consultant.  While in radio, Buckalew interviewed hundreds of top figures in today's culture which include U.S. astronaut Buzz Aldrin, Rolling Stones' Bill Wyman, Deepak Chopra, Isaac Hayes, publishing magnate Harold Evans and Dr. Jane Goodall. She shares her life with two mystical Siberian huskies and two fabulous felines.
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Susan McCauley
Animal World USA development director

                                          Susan has studied and worked in the fields of
                           education, social work, gemology, jewelry,
                                 spirituality and alternative health/life                                                  consulting. While Susan does hold several                                         degrees and certificates, one of her truly
                                 greatest gifts is bringing people together for                                      the greater good.
                                        
She believes that an open mind and a willingness to pursue one’s vision in collaboration with others built on respect for all life is key to a better world for all of us.

Advancing animal welfare and educating communities as to the importance of preserving the biodiversity of life are her primary goals. Susan often says, “wisdom lies beyond fear.” She resides in New York City and is a member of a flock that includes a free-flighted Timneh African Grey parrot and two rescued older cats. 
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Ariel Dagastino
Animal World USA Weeks for the Animals coordinator


                            Ariel has been working for animals since                                             becoming a teenager. She is the recipient of                                       many awards for her work on behalf of the                                         animals including the Girl Scout Gold Award
                            (Ariel seen upon receiving the honor in 2008.)                                        

Ariel attends college in Tennessee. When she is not studying, Ariel is saving  animals at adoption events and working on the AWUSA Weeks campaign. She lives with her family and her beloved Aussie dog, Clifford. Serving the community is a driving force in Ariel's life.

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Terry Scharf
Animal World USA art and graphic director


                              Terry is AWUSA newsmagazine art and                                                graphic director. He has been working on                                            building AWUSA since 2005 and has dedicated                                  so much of his life to helping the animals and                                    making the publication all that it has become                                    with its growing popularity.                                        

Terry also works for a college and is known for his work helping the students in the community.  Terry and his family share their lives with four very happy dogs. Terry spends everyday of his life working for the community and making the world a better place.
Animal World USA
~About Us ~
                About Animal World USA

Animal World USA mission:  

Inspiring, educating and empowering communities to understand, love, nurture and protect the amazing
animals of our world. 

Animal World USA is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the welfare of animals... working with organizations, decision makers and the public-at-large to bring about awareness as to the plight of the animals of our world. Our mission is to create a better understanding and importance for all the planet's precious animals.

Animal World USA, established in 2003, publishes a free monthly publication dedicated to improving the lives of animals and people through advocacy, education, and community support. Animal World USA is committed to a world in which animals are treated with compassion and respect and where resources are readily available to those who require support for the animals in their lives.

Animal World USA developed the State Weeks Campaign in 2005 bringing communities together on behalf of animals. Working with educational institutions, shelters, humane societies, rescue groups, nursing homes, hospitals, legislators and animal advocates, the AWUSA State Weeks Campaign has demonstrated that it is leading the future of animal welfare.

Animal World USA provides local, regional and national education and training that supports the public, community groups, rescue groups, shelters and other animal welfare organizations. The newsmagazine sponsors festivals, educational programs and adoption events that are a valuable resource and destination for communities. The magazine actively advocates for animal welfare through community outreach and coalition building.

Animal World USA sets an example of care, compassion, and respect for all living beings, promotion of the human-animal bond, collaboration with others in pursuit of our vision, accountability for the resources entrusted to us, recognition of staff and volunteers as a vital resource, and humane interaction with people and animals. It is our goal to recruit and retain quality and diverse staff and volunteers.  Animal World USA is committed to helping all animals in need.
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To learn more, please visit Animal World USA at   http://www.animalworldusa.org