I would love to introduce all fellow ethical & kind to animals thinking people with our vegan plant leather premium pet accessories 🌱

We are small family run business in Latvia 🇱🇻 that hand-makes dog collars, leashes and ergonomic harnesses from Piñatex - pineapple leaf leather 🍍

My personal goal is to make sustainable fashion tomorrow's reality and to show more people that there are alternatives to animal leather - cause why would anyone would want to kill cow 🐮 to dress their dog? 😰 As well we donate from each purchase to Latvia's animal shelters, as I have 2 rescue dogs of my own. I believe that everyone deserves a dog mama or dad and with this brands help I would love to make possible my purpose of helping innocent animals across the world one day.

With this post I would love to introduce us - Vegari - to this community and spread the word of what we are doing!

https://vegari.shop

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Effective Animal Advocacy Australia needs help! If you're interested in taking on this job, please apply to help with your resume, website, or linkedin, your email, and a little bit about you - thanks for your activism!

Looking for a web developer to help design and build a website

Website: http://n/a

Compensation: This is a volunteer role, please help the animals!

Description: We are looking to build a website for our relatively new group. We don't have the layout of the website ready as yet, but maybe this is something the developer could help us with. At a high level, the website would contain the following pages: About, Contact, Resources. We're not considering putting in a donation link at the moment, but this could be something we consider in the future. Agnostic on platform, as long as it's easy to use and maintain by ourselves.

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Humánny pokrok o.z. needs help! If you're interested in taking on this job, please apply to help with your resume, website, or linkedin, your email, and a little bit about you - thanks for your activism!

Seeking a developer and graphic designer to build an engaging new website.

Website: http://www.humannypokrok.sk

Compensation: This is a volunteer role, please help the animals!

Description: The project is a comprehensive redesign of the website humannypokrok.sk to create a modern, user-focused platform that serves both as a professional representation of our organization and as a functional portal for content publication, fundraising, and an integrated e-shop.

Why is this goal essential? Our current website, built as a temporary solution several years ago, has outlived its intended lifespan and no longer meets the needs of our organization. It lacks cohesion, is visually outdated, and has a scattered structure with critical functionalities—like the e-shop and donation pages—located on external sites. Additionally, it does not have an English version, has no built-in space for publishing articles, and presents an inconsistent design, which does not align with the current phase of our organization’s growth and professional standards.

Expected impact of achieving this goal A revamped website will offer a dignified representation of our organization’s work, instilling greater trust among supporters and stakeholders. It will simplify and strengthen our fundraising efforts, create a seamless e-shop experience, and provide a well-structured platform for publishing articles. This, in turn, will help increase regular traffic, allowing us to more effectively engage and mobilize supporters in future campaigns.

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Is there an organization like the farm transparency project but based in the US? I am looking for a database/collection of US based footage of slaughterhouses & farms for my activism projects. Thank you!

I've attached the email text at the end, which deliberately tells faculty not to respond to the survey given by PCRM. When I first saw the email I thought the message would be the opposite, and I'm very disappointed but not surprised.

I'm bringing this here because I want advice on what I can do. Should I try and circulate the survey around lab groups? Should I contact PCRM and let them know they're being undermined? What is the best course of action?

"Animal Rights Group Sending Survey About Forced Swim Test to Institutions

Americans for Medical Progress (AMP) would like to inform you that the animal rights group Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM) is currently circulating a survey to various institutions about the Forced Swim Test (also referred to as the Porsolt Test). We believe the survey first became active last week (week of October 7) and could remain open for the next several weeks. Specifically, the survey asks when the test was most recently used, what substances were investigated, and the justification for using it instead of other methods.

If you receive this survey, AMP encourages you not to complete it and refrain from forwarding the survey to anyone else. This survey is part of PCRM’s long- term campaign to undermine federal and institutional support for mental health and behavioral research while also targeting individual scientists and institutions that conduct this work.

While we are not certain PCRM is collaborating with PETA, this campaign complements PETA’s ongoing efforts to pressure pharmaceutical companies to commit to dropping the forced swim test (as most recently announced by Sanofi).

If you have already completed the survey, please do not be alarmed. However, we strongly encourage you to remain in close contact with your communications and security offices while monitoring for any suspicious activity. Key Points: Origin: The survey stems from the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM). Distribution: Universities, colleges, and institutions. Purpose: To gather data about the frequency, purpose, and scientists’ viewpoints about the forced swim (Porsolt) test as part of a broader campaign to weaken support for this method and pressure NIH (specifically the National Institutes of Mental Health) to no longer fund grants that propose its use. Security Risks: Participating in this survey could pose several risks to you and your institution. PCRM might exploit the information gathered from survey responses to target the scientists and institutions that utilize the forced swim test.

Background PCRM’s Strategy: This survey is unsurprising considering PCRM’s recent policy and advocacy initiatives. In September, the animal rights group submitted a letter to NIH Director Dr. Monica Bertagnolli with the priorities they want to be considered when the agency selects the next Director of the National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH)

To accompany this letter, PCRM submitted comments to the National Advisory Council on Mental Health—the council that conducts the “second level” of NIH peer review after study section. In this set of comments (a copy was not linked in PCRM’s press release), the group requests NIMH do two things: Include language in all future funding announcements that prohibit researchers from using NIMH funds on experiments utilizing the forced swim or tail suspension tests.

Issue public statements and guidance on procedures that they deem “not suitable for funding.

Suggested Talking Points If you are asked about the forced swim test and/or why scientists still use it, consider sharing the following: In science, it is important to use tests that are well-established and effective in answering the research question. One of the biggest challenges in studying mental health is figuring out the best ways to make sure therapies and treatments for different diseases and conditions are safe and effective for humans. The forced swim test is a well-established test usually conducted with rodents that allow researchers to study whether medicines help alleviate depressive-like states and improve coping skills for diseases like depression and anxiety.

Antidepressant medicines like Prozac and Zoloft that have helped millions of people (and animals!) who suffer from depression or anxiety came from research that involved the forced swim test. For example, dogs are often prescribed Prozac if they are prone to anxiety, such as during thunderstorms or when away from their owners. The forced swim test is conducted safely and humanely. Rodents are natural and excellent swimmers. When anything “new” is introduced to animals, there is a sense of stress or anxiety that can come with it. So, when animals are placed in a tub of room temperature water, the animals know they need to quickly adapt to their new surroundings. How they do it and how quickly they do it provide crucial insights for researchers investigating whether new medicines can improve reaction times or coping styles. The test is very short (5-10 minutes), and animals are carefully dried, monitored, and transferred back to their home cage when finished.

The research community is continually working to find other methods and strategies to help us understand mental health conditions and design better treatments for them, including tests that don’t use animals. However, presently there are no non-animal methods that can determine whether an antidepressant is effective. Until we can develop and validate one, the forced swim twist is a helpful tool in developing new therapies that help humans and animals live longer, healthier lives.

The forced swim test is frequently used in conjunction with other tests to ensure the data scientists produce is rigorous and reliable. The National Institutes of Mental Health—which primarily funds mental health research— recommends that researchers use at least two behavioral tests and sufficient controls to study the neural mechanisms of mental diseases. In other words, if the forced swim test is suggested in a grant application, NIH will not fund it unless it is sufficiently justified and accompanied by another behavioral test that helps answer the research question from a neurobiological perspective."

The training is only an hour long, and it was super easy. The purpose of the phone banking is to reach voters in the Denver area and explain the ballot measure to them because a lot of people don’t understand it, and the opposition has spent $2 million spreading misinformation. I have done it for the last two weeks, and you can do it remotely! This is the most important thing you can do to help it pass before the election. It is really fun and exciting and interesting to talk with Denver voters about the ballot measure and help them be in favor of it. Go to this link for more information. They do trainings every Wednesday evening and Saturday mid morning. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/cZw6vAoQJT95y5Xw/?mibextid=WC7FNe

I just feel like I don’t even have any energy for it … anyone been there before how did you get out?

Jewish Vegan Life needs help! If you're interested in taking on this job, please apply to help with your resume, website, or linkedin, your email, and a little bit about you - thanks for your activism!

Social Media Manager

Website: http://jewishveganlife.org

Compensation: This is a volunteer role, please help the animals!

Description: Jewish Vegan Life (JVL) is looking for a creative and passionate volunteer to help manage and grow our social media presence! If you're skilled in content creation and love engaging with online communities, this is a great opportunity to make a difference while promoting plant-based living rooted in Jewish values.

Responsibilities: Manage and update JVL’s social media accounts (Instagram, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn, etc.) Create engaging content that aligns with our mission and events Monitor trends and boost community engagement Collaborate on campaigns to raise awareness and drive growth

Ideal Skills: Experience managing social media platforms Strong understanding of social media trends and audience engagement Basic knowledge of graphic design tools (like Canva) is a plus Passion for veganism, sustainability

Time Commitment: 5-7 hours per week, remote

If you’re excited to help us inspire change through social media, email us at jobs@jewishveganlife.org with the subject "Social Media Manager." Together, we can build a more sustainable and compassionate world!

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Video Editor

Website: http://jewishveganlife.org

Compensation: This is a volunteer role, please help the animals!

Description: Jewish Vegan Life (JVL) is seeking a talented volunteer video editor to help us create impactful content that promotes plant-based living and Jewish values. If you're passionate about storytelling through video and want to contribute to a growing movement for compassion and sustainability, we’d love to have you on board!

Responsibilities: Edit short videos for social media (Instagram Reels, YouTube, etc.) Create engaging content for campaigns, events, and community updates Add captions, music, and graphics to enhance impact Ensure videos align with JVL’s mission and message

Ideal Skills: Experience with video editing software (Premiere Pro, Final Cut, DaVinci Resolve, or similar) Creativity and attention to detail Knowledge of social media video formats and trends Passion for veganism, environmental sustainability, or Jewish community

Time Commitment: 5-8 hours per month, remote

If you’re interested in using your skills to inspire change and help build a better world, please reach out to us at jobs@jewishveganlife.org with the subject "Video Editor."

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Jewish Vegan Life needs help! If you're interested in taking on this job, please apply to help with your resume, website, or linkedin, your email, and a little bit about you - thanks for your activism!

WordPress Website Support

Website: http://jewishveganlife.org

Compensation: This is a volunteer role, please help the animals!

Description: Jewish Vegan Life (JVL) is looking for a passionate volunteer to help us maintain our website and keep it running smoothly! If you have experience with WordPress and want to support a growing movement that merges Jewish values and plant-based living, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities: Regularly update WordPress, plugins, and themes Monitor the site for vulnerabilities and ensure malware protection Troubleshoot issues and improve site performance

Ideal Skills: Familiarity with WordPress maintenance and security best practices Basic knowledge of web hosting environments Passion for veganism, sustainability, or Jewish community engagement is a bonus!

Time Commitment: A few hours per month, remote

If you're interested in supporting our mission to create a more compassionate and sustainable world, please reach out to us at jobs@jewishveganlife.org.

Thank you for your support!

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it’s not even worth it to argue sometimes so i copied a comment and asked chatGPT to respond.

here is what it said lol

“Ah, the rare soy-phobic! Interesting take. While it’s true that some people have soy allergies, they affect only about 0.3% of the population, so let’s not pretend soy is a widespread dietary villain. As for protein absorption, humans can actually digest and utilize soy protein quite efficiently—ask the millions of people around the world who thrive on soy-based diets. And while you’re correct that monoculture farming has its environmental downsides, the majority of soy isn’t grown for direct human consumption. It’s fed to livestock, which brings us to the real environmental culprit: the animal agriculture industry, responsible for far more deforestation and resource depletion than soy production for tofu lovers.

But I digress—you seem more interested in leaving the debate than actually discussing the facts. As for my uneducated moral high ground, it’s not so much a hill as it is a well-supported platform built on peer-reviewed science and common sense. I’ll gladly stand here. Have the life choices you deserve.”

They are the 22nd country to ban fur farming. We will win on the fur issue. I am confident of that. We just have to stay on it and not let up. This is the big winner if we want it.

Romanian lawmakers vote to phase out fur farming from 2027 | Reuters

International Centre for Animal Rights and Ethics (ICARE) needs help! If you're interested in taking on this job, please apply to help with your resume, website, or linkedin, your email, and a little bit about you - thanks for your activism!

Communications & Social Media Volunteer

Website: https://icare-animals.org

Compensation: This is a volunteer role, please help the animals!

Description: We are seeking a Communications & Social Media Volunteer to support ICARE's mission to promote animal rights and ethics through legal education, research, and advocacy. This role involves developing and implementing a content strategy for social media platforms, creating engaging graphics/posts, and ensuring clear, consistent communication with our audience. The volunteer will also help promote ICARE's educational programmes, such as animal rights law courses, online animal rights seminar series, and advocacy efforts, to increase awareness and engagement.

We are actively seeking funding for this role and hope to be able to offer compensation to the volunteer in the future as ICARE grows.

Responsibilities:

• Create and schedule social media posts, including graphics, captions, and videos.
• Monitor and respond to comments and messages on social media platforms.
• Collaborate with the ICARE team to align messaging with organisational goals.
• Promote ICARE’s educational initiatives, including online seminars and animal rights law courses.
• Create informative posts, videos, or graphics to explain complex legal and ethical concepts in animal rights law to the general public.
• Coordinate with guest speakers, researchers, and advocates for social media features or interviews related to ICARE’s events and courses.
• Assist in drafting newsletters, announcements, and press releases.
• Track and report on social media performance.

Qualifications:

• Strong skills in social media management, content creation, and digital communication.
• Experience with graphic design and video editing tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar).
• Familiarity with managing social media platforms (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn).
• Excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to craft engaging, clear, and concise content.
• Passion for animal rights and ethics; knowledge of animal rights law is a plus.
• Willingness to learn about animal rights law and ethics with guidance from the ICARE team.
• Ability to work independently, stay organised, and meet deadlines.

Time Commitment: We estimate a commitment of approximately 5–7 hours per week, with flexibility depending on the volunteer’s availability and ICARE's current projects. All work can be done remotely and at the volunteer’s own pace. Communication and collaboration will be managed through virtual meetings, emails, and Slack.

We are actively seeking funding for this role and hope to be able to offer compensation to the volunteer in the future as ICARE grows.

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Please sign this petition to end the sale and neglect of rabbits at Feeders Supply 🙏🏻

https://www.change.org/p/stop-the-sale-of-rabbits-at-feeders-supply-stores-nationwide

International Centre for Animal Rights and Ethics (ICARE) needs help! If you're interested in taking on this job, please apply to help with your resume, website, or linkedin, your email, and a little bit about you - thanks for your activism!

Communications & Social Media Volunteer

Website: https://icare-animals.org

Compensation: This is a volunteer role, please help the animals!

Description: We are seeking a Communications & Social Media Volunteer to support ICARE's mission to promote animal rights and ethics through education, research, and advocacy. This role involves developing and implementing a content strategy for social media platforms, creating engaging posts, and ensuring clear, consistent communication with our audience. The volunteer will also help publicise ICARE's educational programmes, such as animal rights law courses, online seminar series, and advocacy efforts, with the goal of increasing awareness and engagement.

We are actively seeking funding for this role and hope to be able to offer compensation to the volunteer in the future as ICARE grows.

Responsibilities:

• Develop a content calendar for social media platforms (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, etc.).
• Create and schedule social media posts, including graphics, captions, and videos.
• Monitor and respond to comments and messages on social media platforms.
• Collaborate with the ICARE team to align messaging with organisational goals.
• Promote ICARE’s educational initiatives, including online seminars and animal rights law courses.
• Develop social media campaigns to highlight ICARE’s research and advocacy work.
• Create informative posts, videos, or graphics to explain complex legal and ethical concepts in animal rights law to the general public.
• Coordinate with guest speakers, researchers, and advocates for social media features or interviews related to ICARE’s events and courses.
• Assist in drafting newsletters, announcements, and press releases.
• Track and report on social media performance.

Qualifications:

• Strong skills in social media management, content creation, and digital communication.
• Experience with graphic design and/or video editing tools (e.g., Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar).
• Familiarity with managing social media platforms (Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn).
• Excellent writing and editing skills, with the ability to craft engaging, clear, and concise content.
• Passion for animal rights and ethics; knowledge of animal rights law is a plus but not required.
• Willingness to learn about animal rights law and ethics with guidance from the ICARE team.
• Ability to work independently, stay organised, and meet deadlines.

Time Commitment: We estimate a commitment of approximately 5–7 hours per week, with flexibility depending on the volunteer’s availability and ICARE's current projects. All work can be done remotely and at the volunteer’s own pace. Communication and collaboration will be managed through virtual meetings and online tools.

We are actively seeking funding for this role and hope to be able to offer compensation to the volunteer in the future as ICARE grows.

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