AAA was formed in August 1996. We saw the need for a grassroots activist group that promoted direct action against all forms of animal abuse. AAA encourages participation from everyone opposed to animal exploitation, regardless of age or experience. We are a democratic group and every active member has an equal say in decision making. All donations are spent on active campaigning. We do not spend money on wages, as AAA is an all volunteer group. There are many different ways to be involved with AAA, not everyone in AAA takes part in demonstrations, some people prefer to be involved by doing stalls, writing letters, doing design work or just by having a say. Point is there is always some way people can help in a way that they feel comfortable with.