The National and Kapodistrian University of Athens will host a symposium on June 27th addressing animal welfare in Greece. The event is being held against a backdrop of ongoing animal abuse cases reported across the country. A key focus of the symposium will be the role of the media in shaping public perception and fostering a greater societal awareness of animal rights. Organizers aim to explore how media coverage can influence attitudes and behaviors towards animals. The symposium intends to contribute to a broader discussion on improving animal protection measures. It seeks to highlight the responsibility of media outlets in reporting on animal welfare issues sensitively and effectively.