Wiebe Draijer: animals are suffering under your watch
Caged Hens in Ahold Delhaize’s Supply Chain
Millions of hens in Ahold Delhaize’s supply chain remain locked in cages, enduring lives of extreme confinement where they cannot move freely, stretch their wings, or behave naturally. These animals suffer daily, fully visible to those in leadership, yet nothing changes.
In 2025, Ahold Delhaize promised to end the use of cages in its U.S. supply chain, a promise that has been delayed 7 more years. Despite widespread condemnation from animal welfare experts, growing consumer outrage, and widely available cage-free alternatives, the suffering continues.
As a board member of Ahold Delhaize, Wiebe Draijer has the authority and influence to stop this cruelty. His inaction allows millions of hens to remain trapped and helpless.
Wiebe Draijer’s Board Roles and Public Responsibility
Wiebe Draijer serves not only on the board of Ahold Delhaize, but also holds prominent positions at KLM Royal Dutch Airlines and the Palace Committee of the Royal Palace Foundation in Amsterdam, institutions that rely on public trust, integrity, and moral authority.
By remaining on Ahold Delhaize’s board while the company continues caging hens, Draijer enables cruelty and risks the reputations of every organization he represents. His leadership silence makes this preventable suffering ongoing and visible to the world.
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