Björn
Jóhann Ólafsson:
Animal advocacy research that makes the science usable
I work with animal advocacy organizations, media outlets, and research teams to translate complex evidence into strategy that advocates can actually use. Research is where I start. Writing and speaking are how it reaches people.
My Clients:
Other Collaborators:
These are groups that have cited my reports, used my research in their strategic direction, or otherwise collaborated or benefited from my work.
what people are saying about me
"Björn consistently brings thoughtful, well-informed perspectives to conversations in the animal advocacy space. He has a strong grasp of a wide range of research topics and is generous in offering helpful suggestions to others. I’ve appreciated his clarity, curiosity, and the way he contributes in a constructive and collaborative spirit."
Sofia Balderson,
Co-founder of Hive
What i'm working on
An interactive database of global opinion polls related to issues of animal welfare
Mapping the spread of plant-based defaults in the United States (with the Better Food Foundation)
An interactive plant-based nudge calculcator (with Better Food Foundation)
A novel report of farmed animal welfare investigations
Subscribe to my free newsletter about the science of meat reduction!
What i offer
As an accomplished researcher, writer, and science communicator, I can help many non-profits, NGOs, government orgs, and think tanks with research-related tasks and communication. In particular, I can serve as an M&E or strategy consultant for animal protection or climate groups.
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Report Writing & Editing
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Surveys & Research
Tactic & Strategy Consulting
Hire Me
If you want to contract my skills, collaborate on a project, ask about my research, or just chat about animal issues, you can shoot me an email here!
While some of my work is paid for by my clients and NGOs, my newsletter and global resources, including my upcoming polling database, are largely pro bono. If you'd like to support my work, you can donate here.