Name: Plant-Based Lunch & Learn: Hope in Action – How We Win for Animals
Start: 2025-10-11T14:00:00-04:00
End: 2025-10-11T16:00:00-04:00
Location: Pow Pow

[The Ark of Compassion ](https://theaoc.org/)(AOC) is pleased to join [Veg Society of DC](https://vsdc.org/) (VSDC) to co-host a Plant-Based Lunch & Learn on Saturday, October 11th at [Pow Pow](https://www.eatpowpow.com/) (H Street location).

Let's come together for food, curiosity, and compassionate conversation.

**Talk Title: Hope in Action - How We Win for Animals**
**Speaker: Alka Chandra, VP, Laboratory Investigations Cases, PETA**

Dr. Chandra will share the enormous progress already achieved in the fight for animal rights and the even greater possibilities ahead. Together we’ll explore how individuals and communities are reshaping industries, policies, and culture to recognize animals as the sentient beings they are.

This will be a message of optimism: every choice we make, and every voice we raise contributes to a more compassionate world. Together, we have the power to turn the vision of animal liberation into reality.

Cost/Food: Please order directly from [Pow Pow ](https://www.eatpowpow.com/)(1253 H Street, NE). Pow Pow is a [VSDC GreenRewards](https://vsdc.org/places/) partner, which means VSDC dues-paying members can receive a 10% discount when placing their order by inputting the GreenRewards discount code in the Pow Pow kiosks or website. The code can be obtained by logging into the [members-only](https://vsdc.org/members-only/) section of the VSDC website or writing to [greenrewards@vsdc.org.](http://greenrewards@vsdc.org./)

**Your RSVP**
This event is also listed on VSDC’s Meetup page. You’re welcome to RSVP in either place. It’s the same event, co-hosted by VSDC and AOC. Please update your RSVP promptly as your schedule changes so that others interested in attending may do so.

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**[The Ark of Compassion](https://theaoc.org/) (AOC)** is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting animal welfare through education, outreach, and partnerships that inspire beneficial change for all life. Founded on the belief that compassion should extend to every living being,

The Ark of Compassion bridges faith-based and secular communities to explore how our choices, traditions, and systems impact animals, people, and the planet. It creates inclusive spaces for conversation and action, helping launch events and ideas that bring people together. By turning meaningful moments into sustainable movements, AOC amplifies compassion into lasting change.

Its mission is inspired by faith, shaped by empathy and reason, and powered by a vision of a future in which animals, people, and the planet flourish together.

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**[The Veg Society of the District of Columbia](https://vsdc.org/) (VSDC)** is the nation’s oldest continuously operating 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization promoting an all-plant diet and vegan lifestyle through education, community-building, and social activities throughout the DC metro area.

VSDC believes in treating all people, animals, and the planet with respect and kindness. We are committed to creating a more compassionate and caring world.

We do this by creating a community of like-minded people who are on the path to an all-plant diet and vegan lifestyle. Whoever you are, and wherever you are on this path, we offer resources and fellowship to support you. We make your journey easier, more enjoyable and meaningful.

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