It is based in Luxor and provides free veterinary care and education.[20][21] The Animal Welfare of Luxor (AWOL) is a UK registered charity on the West bank of Luxor that focusses on educating children in proper animal healthcare and treatment.[21] The Donkey Sanctuary is operating from Giza in three mobile clinics.[22] The Egyptian Mau Rescue Organization (EMRO) was formed in 2004 as a non-governmental organization (NGO) that is dedicated to rescuing Mau cats, the descendants of the Ancient Egyptian sacred cat.[23] The Egyptian Society for Mercy to Animals (ESMA) was founded in 2007 as a non-profit organization.[24][25] The Sharm Action For Animals (S.A.F.A) was founded in 2011 to help and rescue stray animals on the streets of Sharm El-Sheikh.[21][26] The Society for Protection of Animal Rights in Egypt (S.P.A.R.E.) was founded in 2001 by Amina Abaza.