What we’re about
Ninety-nine percent of animals killed in the United States each year die to be eaten. This Meetup is for people interested in helping to end this atrocity by educating the general public (pre-vegans as an extreme optimist might say) about what goes on in factory farms, and how people can save animals simply by choosing not to eat them. There are many many opportunities to do this outreach....festivals, neighborhood art walks, colleges, music venues - the list goes on.
This group is for also getting together socially to support each other as we know if can be difficult sometimes to be that voice for compassion in a cruel world.
I will also post information about local demonstrations at stores that sell fur, animal research labs, and other events designed to let people know about atrocities that occur in their back yard.
Please also check out the Northwest Animal Rights Network (www.narn.org) for more information.
EVERYONE is welcome to join this group. You don't have to be vegan, you just have to at least be interested in going that direction.
Suggestions for venues and events are welcome as well. Just as long as they are vegan friendly.
Upcoming events (4+)
See all- WDFW Commission Meeting May 15-17thLink visible for attendees
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife Commission sets much of the policy for what happens to wild animals in Washington. They are supposed to represent YOU the public. It's important that animal advocates show up at these meetings (in person or virtually)
Meetings are in person and virtually. Open public testimony is on Friday, at 8:30am, and on Saturday, at 8am.
This month's meeting will be held in Sequim, WA.
Public testimony may occur in-person or over zoom. You do not have to stay for the whole meeting once you are done with your testimony.
We know testifying can be daunting. We are here for you every step of the way! email Hannah at hannah @ narn .org for help with your testimony.
The agenda for the meeting will be released here: https://wdfw.wa.gov/about/commission/meetings See less - Shut Down the UW Primate Research CenterNeeds location
Join NARN and other local activists for a demonstration to educate folks about the Washington National Primate Research Center (WaNPRC). Many people are not aware that there is a Primate Research Center on campus. Our goal is to make sure people DO know, and provide them with actions that they can take to shut it down. The UW needs to know that there IS strong opposition to the UW's use of testing on macaques.
We will be near the University of Washington Light Rail Station at 3708-3718 Montlake Blvd NE, Seattle, WA 98105 https://maps.app.goo.gl/LdazD7N5fVtr8Z4k7 .The station is just a block away from where thousands of animals are imprisoned underground on the UW Campus.
Demos will be from 5-7 on alternating Thursdays (5/1, 5/15, 5/29, 6/12)
Bring your friends! Even if you can't make it this time, please SHARE this event on your socials. Thank you!We will have leaflets, signs, and a banner. Please feel free to bring your own as well!
Learn more about what goes on at the UW here
https://narn.org/testing-on-animals/ - Learn more about NARN Volunteer and CampaignsLink visible for attendees
Welcome to NARN's new volunteer and campaign night! Join us to hear NARN campaign updates, learn about new volunteer opportunities, and talk about veganism and animal advocacy.
Registration required to receive the zoom link. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/.../register/mF2fAv7ASSGTpnvXC9QEWA
See you then! Please RSVP and share with your networks. Thanks!
