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AR2012 Conference is Affordable for All

Feb 222012

Thinking about attending this year’s AR Conference, but not sure if you can afford it? Think again!

At FARM, we understand that money is not a luxury most of us have; that’s why we strive to ensure our conference is all inclusive and most importantly—affordable. Bringing everyone across the animal rights movement together is vital to this annual gathering and to the mission of the movement itself. That’s why we offer low discounted rates, scholarship programs, work scholar opportunities, free exhibits and much more. The AR Conference is a place for everyone, so come join us!

Humane Education Posters to Hit Vietnam Thanks to FARM’s Sabina Fund

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Feb 152012

Another amazing organization to receive a grant from our Sabina Fund is the Kairos Coalition; which promotes grassroots advocacy and youth volunteerism to further humane education objectives worldwide. FARM is thrilled to support this group’s collaboration with a budding animal rights youth community in Vietnam to plan and conduct a national Animal Rights Propaganda Poster Contest.

Which Do You Pet? Which Do You Eat? Why?

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Feb 082012

This is the question many commuters are being presented with thanks to FARM’s current bus advertising campaign. For the month of January, the bus ad could be seen throughout the city of Minneapolis, Minnesota, and this month, folks in the Dallas, Texas area can view the ad.

This straight-forward question is depicted on a photograph of a cat and a pig and is intended to spark conversation and personal reflection. Most individuals don’t stop to really question why we treat some animals one way while we treat other animals in another way. Think about it: Why as a nation, have we decided that cats are “pets” and pigs are food? Why are dogs considered companion animals and cows are a pair of shoes?

What are Your Plans for Meatout 2012?

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Feb 012012

For last year's Meatout, these Florida volunteers held a tabling event and greeted beach goers with vegan food samples.

Have you started planning your Meatout event? Now is the time!

On (or around) March 20, thousands of caring people in all 50 states and two dozen other countries encourage their friends, families, and communities to “kick the meat habit” and explore a wholesome, compassionate diet of fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.

FARM’s Meatout program is the world’s largest grassroots diet education campaign. Its purpose is to expose the public to the joys and benefits of a plant-based diet, while promoting the availability and selection alternatives to meat and dairy in mainstream grocery stores, restaurants, and catering operations.
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FARM's Sabina Fund Helps Determine Readability of Vegan Literature

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Jan 252012

Since 1999, FARM’s Sabina Fund has partnered with nearly 150 grassroots organizations across the world by awarding small grants to support their efforts to promote a plant-based diet and animal rights. The Fund honors the memory of FARM President Alex Hershaft’s mother, Sabina. These small grants have produced amazing efforts by creative, dedicated folks who donate their time, talent, and tenacity and require only minimal seed grants to help get their projects started.

Get the Insider Rate for AR2012!

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Jan 182012

Looking to connect with like-minded people who care about important animal welfare issues? Then, come join us at this year’s Animal Rights National Conference and enjoy the company of thousands of individuals who believe in the inherent self-worth of animals, as well as environmental protection and enhanced public health.

Editorial by Michael Weber: False Dichotomies

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Jan 112012

In discussing tactics for promoting animal rights and the vegan lifestyle, we are frequently confronted by seemingly conflicting choices:

Embrace “humane” animal farming as an incremental step –OR- insist on instant veganism
Dwell either on symptoms of animal agriculture –OR- on the philosophy of animal liberation
Downplay and apologize for our own veganism –OR- lecture righteously

In short, we are asked to choose between effectiveness and integrity.

Editorial by Alex Hershaft: "Falling Fruit"

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Jan 042012

An article by Hal Herzog in Psychology Today quotes a 2005 CBS News survey suggesting that 75% of vegetarians eventually revert to eating meat. Herzog conducted his own survey of 77 “ex-vegetarians,” which found that 40% reverted because of the hassle and social pressure, 35% for health reasons, and 20% just couldn’t resist the taste of meat.

The validity of both surveys is flawed by small sample sizes and their reliance on self-identification of vegetarians. Still our personal experience with the “I used to be a vegetarian” refrain suggests that a substantial number do regress.

Give the Gift of Compassion

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Dec 222011

The holiday season is the perfect time to give the gift of compassion. So why not show your friends and family how much you care about them and animals by making a donation in their honor?
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FARM Celebrates 35th Anniversary!

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Dec 142011

Thank you to everyone who attended FARM’s 35th Anniversary Celebration this past Sunday. We had an amazing turn out and are immensely grateful for the support!

The night was filled with compassionate people sharing inspirational stories to encourage us as a movement to keep pushing forward into the New Year. Everyday we hear tragic accounts of animal suffering but we must remind ourselves of the strides we are making towards taking animals off the menu and celebrate each triumph as we continue to fight such cruelty.
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Maggie

AR2012 Conference is Affordable for All

Humane Education Posters to Hit Vietnam Thanks to FARM’s Sabina Fund

Which Do You Pet? Which Do You Eat? Why?

What are Your Plans for Meatout 2012?

FARM's Sabina Fund Helps Determine Readability of Vegan Literature

Get the Insider Rate for AR2012!

Editorial by Michael Weber: False Dichotomies

Editorial by Alex Hershaft: "Falling Fruit"

Give the Gift of Compassion

FARM Celebrates 35th Anniversary!

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