A Champion for Human and Animal Rights
Ms. Anjali Gopalan is a renowned leader who has made a lasting impact on human and animal rights in India and beyond.
From pioneering work in HIV/AIDS advocacy to creating a sanctuary for animals in need, her vision of compassion and social justice continues to inspire.
About us
All Creatures Great and Small (ACGS) is a non-profit animal sanctuary located on a five-acre plot in the picturesque valley of Aravali Hills, about an hour’s drive from India’s capital city, Delhi.
Our Vison
Our Mission
ACGS believes that animals have a right to a non-speciesist, cruelty-free life. They need to be recognised as sentient beings, no different from humans, and must be included in the global social justice movement along with all the other liberation movements.
ACGS’s mission is to create a gentle, nurturing, loving and compassionate sanctuary for old, sick, abandoned and lonely animals. We believe every animal that comes through our gates is special and is worthy of quality care, good nutrition, medical attention and tons of affection.
Our aim is to create a happy forever home for each permanent resident till the end of their lives whether at the sancutary or through our adoption programme.
Our Story
Everyone has a dream. It takes time and backbreaking effort to make it happen, but if you persist, it will.
All Creatures Great and Small (ACGS) is the vision of one of India’s leading human and animal rights activists, Ms Anjali Gopalan. In 2012 Anjali was named by “Time” Magazine as one of the world’s 100 most influential people for her pioneering work on HIV/AIDs and LGBT rights in India.
She established The Naz Foundation (India) Trust in 1994, an HIV/AIDS service organization that concentrates on prevention and care. All Creatures Great and Small setup in 2011 it grew out of an evolving understanding that rights cannot be the domain of ones species vs another.
Brief History
All Creatures Great and Small (ACGS) is founded by one of India’s leading
human and animal rights activist, Ms. Anjali Gopalan. In 2010, after volunteering
at a shelter in Delhi that lacked proper care and compassion, she was inspired to
create a sanctuary where animals could heal and find joy.
ACGS was founded to be a sanctuary for sick, old and disabled animals, offering them a safe and loving environment until they could be rehabilitated or adopted. The sanctuary was named after the book All Creatures Great and Small by Dr. James Herriot, a British vet who wrote about his experiences with animals in a humorous and compassionate way.
ACGS has grown from its initial focus on dogs to include a
wide range of animals, including goats, cows, horses, buffaloes, mules, donkeys,
birds, rabbits, cats and monkeys. The sanctuary has expanded its facilities to
accommodate these animals, including building stables, barns, ponds, warrens,
and aviaries
Our Mission
ACGS’s mission is to create a gentle, nurturing, loving and compassionate sanctuary for old, sick, abandoned and lonely animals. We believe every animal that comes through our gates is special and is worthy of quality care, good nutrition, medical attention and tons of affection.
Our aim is to create a happy forever home for each permanent resident till the end of their lives whether at the sancutary or through our adoption programme.
Our Vision
ACGS believes that animals have a right to a non-speciesist cruelty-free life. They need to be recognised as sentient beings, no different from humans, and must be included in the global social justice movement along with all the other liberation movements.
Lalit Narke
His strong foundation in IT fundamentals, coupled with a passion for problem-solving, makes him an invaluable asset to ACGS. Lalit is committed to leveraging his technical acumen and service excellence to support our mission and improve the digital experience for every visitor and adopter.
Our Patrons
ACGS Board Members are changemakers who combine decades of experience across social work, law, arts, and technology. Their leadership strengthens our vision of a world where every animal is safe, loved, and cared for.
Anjali Gopalan
is Managing Trustee at ACGS and Founder of The Naz Foundation India Trust. A renowned activist in HIV, gender, and rights.
is Managing Trustee at ACGS and Founder of The Naz Foundation India Trust. A renowned activist in HIV, gender, and rights.
Anjali Gopalan
Sumant Jayakrishnan
is a scenographer, designer, and theatre artist known for projects like Water and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. He received the Charles Wallace Art Award in 1994 for his work in design and installation art.
is a scenographer, designer, and theatre artist known for projects like Water and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. He received the Charles Wallace Art Award in 1994 for his work in design and installation art.
Sumant Jayakrishnan
Gurpreet Virk
brings experience in IT and hospitality, transitioning to the nonprofit sector in 2008. He’s played a key role in supporting NGOs and building their operational capacity.
brings experience in IT and hospitality, transitioning to the nonprofit sector in 2008. He’s played a key role in supporting NGOs and building their operational capacity.
Gurpreet Virk
Raji Nair
runs Inspiration India, a travel company started by her husband Anup Nair. She has been associated with the travel world for the last three decades. She also heads Incentive Foundation, an NGO working to empower the women of Bandhwari Village.
runs Inspiration India, a travel company started by her husband Anup Nair. She has been associated with the travel world for the last three decades. She also heads Incentive Foundation, an NGO working to empower the women of Bandhwari Village.
Raji Nair
Dr. Amit Motihar
a Cardio-Thoracic and Vascular Anaesthesiologist by profession. When not working in the Operation Theatre or Cardiac ICU he spends his time baking, gardening and reading.
a Cardio-Thoracic and Vascular Anaesthesiologist by profession. When not working in the Operation Theatre or Cardiac ICU he spends his time baking, gardening and reading.
Dr. Amit Motihar
Lalit Narke
His strong foundation in IT fundamentals, coupled with a passion for problem-solving, makes him an invaluable asset to ACGS. Lalit is committed to leveraging his technical acumen and service excellence to support our mission and improve the digital experience for every visitor and adopter.
His strong foundation in IT fundamentals, coupled with a passion for problem-solving, makes him an invaluable asset to ACGS. Lalit is committed to leveraging his technical acumen and service excellence to support our mission and improve the digital experience for every visitor and adopter.
Lalit Narke
Annelieke Laninga
is an India-based Dutch lawyer and public policy graduate and stakeholder engagement expert.
is an India-based Dutch lawyer and public policy graduate and stakeholder engagement expert.
Annelieke Laninga
Board Members
ACGS Board Members are changemakers who combine decades of experience across social work, law, arts, and technology. Their leadership strengthens our vision of a world where every animal is safe, loved, and cared for.
Staff
Our staff are the heart of ACGS. From managing daily care to providing expert veterinary treatment, they work tirelessly to ensure every animal feels safe, healthy and loved.
Rishi Harsana
Sanctuary Manager
Dr. Suresh
Sanctuary Veterinarian
Dr. Vishal
Sanctuary Veterinarian
Ritika
Veterinary Care Assistant
Lekhraj
Veterinary Care Assistant
Tapan
Veterinary Care Assistant
Gudiya
Garden & Ground Support
Abdul Hameed
Garden and Ground Support
Bindavan
Animals Caregiver
Mithlesh
Animals Caregiver
Sonu
Animals Caregiver
Bhanu
Animals Caregiver
Sudir Pal
Animals Caregiver
Sagar
Animals Caregiver
Maya
Animals Caregiver
Anokhi
Animals Caregiver
Chandan Das
Animals Caregiver
Rajni
Animals Caregiver
Munesh
Animals Caregiver
Bala
Animals Caregiver
Vikal
Animals Caregiver