What Kind Of Person Am I? – VEGAN VOICES writer Jesse Tandler
Next in our series on the writers of “VEGAN VOICES – Essays by Inspiring Changemakers”, is Jesse Tandler. A writer, academic, and educator for over a decade and a half, Jesse Tandler began teaching high school students about the ethics of our food culture in 2008. ...
There Is No Other – VEGAN VOICES writer Rae Sikora
Next in our series on the writers of “VEGAN VOICES – Essays by Inspiring Changemakers”, is Rae Sikora. Rae has been a spokesperson for other species and the environment for over forty years. Her interactive critical-thinking trainings and talks have been presented...
SUBMITTING TO PAIN – How The Bit Controls A Racehorse And Why It Is Cruel
Main Points:- The bit is forced against areas of the horse’s mouth that are known to have an extremely high density of sensory receptors. The only possible experience for a horse of this pressure from the bit in its mouth is pain. Studies show Injuries from bit use...
A Birthday Surprise – VEGAN VOICES writer Ingrid Newkirk
Next in our series on the writers of “VEGAN VOICES – Essays by Inspiring Changemakers”, is Ingrid Newkirk. Ingrid Newkirk is the founder and president of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, (PETA), the largest animal rights organisation in the world with...
Sanctuary: This is What Matters – VEGAN VOICES writers Pete and Kit Jagoda
Next in our series on the writers of “VEGAN VOICES – Essays by Inspiring Changemakers”, we introduce you to Pete and Kit Jagoda. Pete and Kit co-founded and operate River’s Wish Animal Sanctuary in Spokane, Washington. Their rescue work began in 1994 and they...
NEW STUDY LINKS PIG GRUNTS, OINKS AND SQUEALS TO EMOTIONS
A new study from the University of Denmark has shown that the oinks, grunts and squeals of pigs are aligned to their emotions. End Animal Slaughter's Sandra Kyle is not in the slightest bit surprised. I am an Animal Rights activist, a 'townie,' with little...
WIDESPREAD WELFARE ISSUES SHOW NEW ZEALAND SHOULD BAN LIVE EXPORT IMMEDIATELY
Long distance live animal transport is a worldwide phenomenon. Animals transported by sea can be subject to journeys that last for weeks. They suffer from seasickness, weather vagaries, injuries, and illnesses, and some don't survive. During loading and unloading...
Winners of Wildlife Photography of the Year, 2021
The Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition, founded in 1965, is an annual international showcase of the best nature photography. In 2021 the contest attracted more than 50,000 entries from 95 countries. Wildlife Photographer of the Year is developed and...
A Mother Named 940
Animal Activist and poet Monika Arya had a brief encounter with a mother pig on her way to slaughter, and left a trace of kindness in a pain-filled life. Meet a mother named 940 Womb weakened Spirit eroded Her boys turned to bacon Girls glued to gestation...
New Study Shows Fishes May Have Self Awareness
A new study by researchers led by Masanori Kohda, a biologist at the Graduate School of Science in Osaka City University, shows fishes may have self awareness potentially on a par with animals such as chimpanzees and orangutans. For more details, read the...
Veganism in the Fast Lane
Lewis Hamilton, Joaquin Phoenix, Thandiwe Newton and Natalie Portman are among a growing list of celebrities presenting a more media-friendly image of veganism in 2022. From a few moralising bores 10 years ago to the only sensible way forward now, millions are...
Heat-Stressed Pigs – Aotearoa’s inadequate animal welfare laws
On a hot New Zealand Summer's day activists recorded a truckload of pigs arriving at a slaughterhouse, panting and showing signs of stress brought about by the heat. The story made the mainstream media and prompted End Animal Slaughter contributor Dr Lynley Tulloch...
Haunted by Pigs – Article by Christine Rose
In this poignant article animal activist and Lead Agriculture Campaigner at Greenpeace Aotearoa, Christine Rose, shares memories of growing up on a pig farm. The pig sheds of my childhood were like something out of a Dickens nightmare. The low light, the air...
Swimming Against Ignorance and Cruelty – VEGAN VOICES writer Mary Finelli
Next in our series on the writers of “VEGAN VOICES - Essays by Inspiring Changemakers”, we introduce you to MARY FINELLI. Mary is the founder and president of Fish Feel, the first organization focused on promoting the recognition of fishes as sentient beings...
Will Birds Sing Or Will They Be Silent? – VEGAN VOICES writer Karen Davis PhD
Next in our series on the writers of “VEGAN VOICES - Essays by Inspiring Changemakers”, we introduce you to KAREN DAVIS, PhD. Karen is the president and founder of United Poultry Concerns https://www.upc-online.org/, a nonprofit organization that promotes the...
‘Might Does Not Make Right’ – VEGAN VOICES writer Katina Czyczelis
In our series on the writers of “VEGAN VOICES - Essays by Inspiring Changemakers”, we introduce you to KATINA CZYCZELIS. Graduating from the University of Adelaide with a First Class Honours Bachelor of Law degree Katina practiced as a barrister and solicitor until...
‘It’s Our Choice’ – VEGAN VOICES writer Emily Moran Barwick
In our series on the writers of “VEGAN VOICES - Essays by Inspiring Changemakers”, we introduce you to EMILY MORAN BARWICK (https://bitesizevegan.org/). From authoring essays on the experiences of children in the foster care system at six, to educating door-to-door...
‘Dogs for Dinner’ – VEGAN VOICES writer Laura Barlow
In our series on the writers of “VEGAN VOICES - Essays by Inspiring Changemakers”, we introduce you to LAURA BARLOW (http://veganawareness.org/about_us0.aspx). Laura developed a passion for nature and animals at a young age. She spends her free time volunteering,...
The Healing Revolution – VEGAN VOICES author Victoria Moran
In our series on the writers of “VEGAN VOICES - Essays by Inspiring Changemakers”, we introduce you to VICTORIA MORAN. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Victoria_Moran. Victoria is listed among VegNews magazine’s “Top 10 Living Vegetarian Authors” and voted PETA’s...
A Revolution of the Heart – VEGAN VOICES editor Dr Joanne Kong
In the first of our series introducing you to the writers from "VEGAN VOICES - Essays By Inspiring Changemakers", we look at the editor, Dr. Joanne Kong. Joanne has been recognized as one of the most compelling advocates for plant-sourced nutrition today. A...