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Dear readers,
Welcome to the latest edition of our beloved New Mexico Vegan Magazine, where we joyfully explore the myriad aspects of a compassionate, sustainable, and vibrant vegan lifestyle As we embark on this journey together, we are reminded of the incredible power of our choices to create a more compassionate world for all living beings.
In this edition, and in every edition, we aim to empower and inspire you with thought-provoking articles, recipes, and captivating stories. We strive to keep our fingers on the pulse of the ever-evolving vegan movement. We want to provide you with the tools and knowledge to make informed choices that align with your values.
Each issue is a celebration of the extraordinary individuals who are driving change, whether it be through their activism, entrepreneurship, or artistic expression. We will introduce you to passionate voices who are championing animal rights, fostering environmental stewardship, and promoting social justice.
As always, we encourage you, our readers, to actively engage with us. Your feedback, suggestions, and personal stories are the lifeblood of our publication. We are committed to fostering a sense of community and providing a platform for you to share your experiences, challenges, and triumphs on the vegan journey. Together, we can create a supportive environment where everyone feels heard and inspired.
Thank you for your unwavering support and for joining us on this transformative journey. Together, let us continue to spread love, compassion, and respect for all living beings. We hope you enjoy this edition of New Mexico Vegan Magazine and that it ignites a sense of wonder and empowerment within you.
With gratitude,
Livegan, Nancy
1. New Mexico is the fifth-largest state in the United States by land area.
2. The state has the highest percentage of Hispanic and Latino residents in the country, with over 47% of the population identifying as such
3. New Mexico is home to the oldest continuously inhabited community in the United States: the Pueblo of Taos, which has been inhabited for over 1,000 years
4. Carlsbad Caverns National Park in New Mexico is home to one of the largest underground cave chambers in the world, called the Big Room.
5. The Santa Fe Opera, located in Santa Fe, is the oldest and one of the most prestigious opera companies in the United States
6. The state's official cookie is the biscochito, a delicious anise-flavored shortbread cookie that originated in New Mexico
7. New Mexico is known as the "Land of Enchantment" and has adopted the roadrunner as its official state bird
8. The Very Large Array (VLA), a radio astronomy observatory consisting of 27 giant dish antennas, is located in central New Mexico
9. The New Mexico State University in Las Cruces is home to the Chile Pepper Institute, the only international organization devoted to chili peppers.
10. The state has 19 Pueblo tribes, making it the state with the highest concentration of indigenous Pueblo people in the United States
11. The city of Roswell gained worldwide fame after the alleged crash of an unidentified flying object (UFO) in 1947, leading to numerous conspiracy theories and the annual Roswell UFO Festival
12. White Sands National Park in New Mexico is home to the largest gypsum dune field in the world, covering over 275 square miles (710 square kilometers).
13. New Mexico has more PhD holders per capita than any other state in the United States
14. The Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta, held annually in Albuquerque, is the largest hot air balloon festival in the world.
15. New Mexico has a diverse climate, ranging from arid deserts in the south to alpine forests in the northern mountains, providing a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities
Veganism, a lifestyle that eschews the consumption and use of animal products, has gained considerable momentum in recent years. While there are multiple reasons to adopt veganism, one of the most compelling and morally grounded motivations is the desire to alleviate animal suffering. By consciously choosing a vegan lifestyle, individuals can contribute significantly to the well-being of animals, promote compassion, and foster a more harmonious relationship with our fellow creatures.
1. Ending Animal Cruelty: One of the primary reasons for adopting veganism is to take a stance against animal cruelty. The factory farming industry subjects animals to inhumane conditions, including cramped spaces, extreme confinement, and painful procedures like debeaking and tail docking. By choosing a vegan diet, individuals refuse to support these practices, effectively reducing the demand for animal products and sending a clear message that animal cruelty is unacceptable.
2 Promoting Ethical Treatment: Veganism aligns with the belief in the inherent value and rights of animals By adopting a vegan lifestyle, individuals embrace the principle that animals deserve to be treated with kindness, respect, and consideration. This ethical stance encourages the development of alternative practices and industries that prioritize the well-being of animals, such as plant-based food production, cruelty-free clothing, and cosmetics
3 Addressing Environmental Concerns: Beyond animal welfare, adopting veganism also addresses environmental issues Animal agriculture is a leading contributor to deforestation, greenhouse gas emissions, and water pollution. By choosing plant-based alternatives, individuals help reduce their carbon footprint and minimize their impact on the environment. A shift towards veganism supports sustainable practices that strive to preserve ecosystems and combat climate change
4 Encouraging Species Equality: Veganism promotes the concept of species equality, recognizing that animals have their own interests, needs, and right to life. It challenges the anthropocentric view that humans are superior and have dominion over other creatures. Embracing veganism encourages a shift in perspective, fostering empathy and compassion for all living beings, irrespective of their species
5 Supporting Sustainable Food Systems: The adoption of veganism aligns with the goal of building a sustainable food system. Animal agriculture requires vast amounts of land, water, and feed resources, which could be redirected towards growing plant-based foods. By opting for a plant-based diet, individuals contribute to a more efficient use of resources, helping to alleviate hunger, reduce food waste, and create a more equitable global food system
Choosing veganism as a lifestyle is a powerful way to make a positive impact on the lives of animals By refusing to support industries that perpetuate animal cruelty and embracing plant-based alternatives, individuals foster a culture of compassion and promote ethical treatment of all creatures. Moreover, veganism offers a sustainable solution to environmental challenges and encourages a shift towards a more equitable and harmonious coexistence with the animal kingdom Ultimately, adopting veganism is a conscientious choice that benefits not only animals but also our planet and future generations
As parents, we play a crucial role in shaping the dietary habits and values of our children. With the rise of veganism and the increasing recognition of its benefits, it is essential to advocate for vegan options in schools. By demanding the inclusion of plant-based meals, parents can ensure that their children have access to healthy, compassionate, and inclusive food choices that align with their values.
Health and Nutrition:
Introducing vegan options in schools can significantly contribute to the health and well-being of students. A well-planned vegan diet can provide all the necessary nutrients, including protein, vitamins, and minerals, while reducing the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, obesity, and type 2 diabetes. By offering plant-based meals, schools can encourage healthier eating habits among students and foster a culture of wellness.
• Catering to Diverse Dietary Needs:
Schools have a responsibility to accommodate the diverse dietary needs and preferences of their students Many children follow a vegan diet due to cultural, religious, or personal reasons By providing vegan options, schools create an inclusive environment that respects and supports these choices, ensuring that no child feels excluded or deprived of suitable meal options
• Animal Welfare and Compassion:
Introducing vegan options in schools allows parents to instill values of compassion and empathy in their children By choosing plant-based meals, children learn about the ethical treatment of animals and the importance of reducing harm. Schools can contribute to this education by offering vegan options and fostering discussions around animal welfare, encouraging students to make conscious and compassionate choices
• Environmental Responsibility:
Promoting vegan options in schools aligns with the urgent need to address environmental challenges Animal agriculture is a significant contributor to greenhouse gas emissions, deforestation, and water pollution By adopting a plant-based approach, schools can reduce their ecological footprint, teach children about sustainability, and empower them to make choices that positively impact the planet
• Educational Opportunities:
Introducing vegan options in schools provides an opportunity for educational discussions and initiatives Teachers can incorporate lessons about plant-based nutrition, sustainable agriculture, and the interconnectedness between food choices and environmental preservation. By including vegan options, schools promote critical thinking, encourage curiosity, and nurture an understanding of the broader implications of our food choices
Demanding vegan options in schools is not just about catering to individual dietary choices; it is about fostering a culture of health, compassion, inclusivity, and environmental responsibility By advocating for plant-based meals, parents can ensure that their children have access to nutritious food options, learn about the ethical treatment of animals, and develop a deeper understanding of sustainability. Let us work together to create school environments that prioritize the well-being of our children, animals, and the planet
ABQ Vegan: http://www.meetup.com/ABQVEG/
Albuquerque Vegan and Vegetarian Parents: https://www.facebook.com/groups/323534174705753/
Cooking with Compassion
https://www.facebook.com/groups/1702731393294024/
HeartnSole Spiritual Community: https://heartnsolerevna.wordpress.com/
Leaf: Taos Vegan Society: http://www.meetup.com/Taos-Vegan/
New Mexico Vegan: https://newmexicovegan.wordpress.com/
Plant-Based Eating New Mexico: https://www.facebook.com/PBENM/?rc=p
Plant Powered Events www.facebook.com/plantpoweredeventsnm
Positive Links
http://www.thelinknm.com/
Red & Green VegFest Albuquerque: https://redandgreenvegfestabq.wordpress.com/
Santa Fe Vegan: http://www.meetup.com/Santa-Fe-Veg/photos/4704212/445478790/
Santuario de Karuna: https://www.santuariodekaruna.org/
Sprouting Compassion
https://www.sproutingcompassion.org/ https://www.facebook.com/sproutingcompassion
Vegan Pulse www.sproutingcompassion.org www.facebook.com/veganpulse
VIP (Vegans in the Park): https://www.facebook.com/events/363650444507091/
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Join us for an incredible celebration of all things vegan at the Red & Green VegFest Albuquerque, We Have Arrived! Taking place on August 19, 2023, from 10 am to 5 pm at the Marriott Hotel Albuquerque, this event promises to be an exciting day of community outreach and inspiration. Featuring a wide range of vendors, captivating cooking demos, delectable vegan food trucks, contests, giveaways, prizes, and much more, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
We're thrilled to have esteemed presenters such as Carter Dillard from the Fair Start Movement, Joanne Kong of Vegan Voices, and Maria Walsh from Health World Vitality Plan sharing their knowledge and insights.
To kick off the festivities, join us the day before, on Friday, August 18, 2023, at 6 pm for a special screening of the movie "The Seeds Our Ancestors Planted." Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of plant-based living and be sure to invite your friends and family to join in the fun. Together, let's spread the word and make this event a resounding success!
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June 14, 2023
The Honorable Al Gore
Office of the Former Vice President 2100 West End Avenue, Suite 620 Nashville, TN 37203-5200
Bill McKibben
c/o Henry Holt and Company
120 Broadway, 23rd Floor New York, NY 10271
Dear Mr. Gore and Mr. McKibben,
Several of us with the Million Vegan Grandmothers have been huge fans of your work for decades and have been trained as Climate Reality Leaders and participate or manage Third Act working groups. We deeply appreciate the environmentally conscious communities that you have fostered through the organizations: The Climate Reality Project, 350.org and Third Act. We would like to invite you to enhance our clarity and understanding on our path forward towards a viable future.
We propose to host an Oxford style debate on the proposition “Animal Agriculture is the Leading Cause of Climate Change” at the Apollo theater in New York City. We have tentatively secured the dates of Sept. 18 or 19, 2023 for the event Dr Sailesh Rao, founder and Executive Director of Climate Healers, and Gerard Wedderburn-Bisshop, former Principal Scientist for the Government of Queensland in Australia, have agreed to speak on behalf of the proposition. We are inviting the journalist, George Monbiot and former CNN Headline News anchor, Jane Velez-Mitchell, to moderate the debate We are also inviting Mayor Eric Adams to introduce the event Now we would like to invite you both to speak against the proposition and defend your exclusive focus on eliminating fossil-fuel usage to solve climate change.
We will arrange to have high-school students from Harlem in the audience to judge the winners of the debate If your side wins, a generous philanthropist has offered to donate ONE MILLION DOLLARS to be divided among the non-profit organizations of your choice
The Million Vegan Grandmothers have come together out of a fierce love not just for our own children and grandchildren, but for the children and grandchildren of all species Our primary purpose as an organization is to spread awareness of the connection between what we consume and the health of our planet so that future generations have a future.
We believe that our work is part of a transformative and sorely needed shift in consciousness that is fundamental towards healing the earth’s climate, and we resonate with Mr. Gore’s observation in Earth in the Balance:“The more deeply I search for the roots of our environmental crisis, the more I am convinced that it is an outer manifestation of an inner crisis that is spiritual ”
For us, one of the deepest symptoms of our inner spiritual crisis as a culture is our complicity in animal agriculture’s industrial-level, profit-making exploitation of animals leading to massive deforestation, annihilation of biodiversity, dangerous levels of greenhouse gas emissions and the commodification of sentient beings.
Given this connection, we are puzzled by the almost exclusive focus characterizes the efforts of The Climate Reality Project, 350.org and Third Animal Agriculture position paper states that “we need to transition to a plant-based economy first …. eliminating fossil fuel usage first will accelerate the warming of the planet ”
Since the planet has already warmed by 1.2 degrees C from pre-industrial levels, and any acceleration of warming through a misplaced priority in implementing climate solutions might tip the world over the critical 1 5 degrees C global-warming threshold, we are writing this open letter appealing to you to help us resolve the conundrum presented by your exclusive focus on eliminating fossil fuel usage to solve climate change.
We need a response to this invitation by June 30th so that we can jointly finalize arrangements for the event. Given the enormous stake at hand the continued viability of all life on earth we eagerly anticipate your favorable reply to this invitation
With Kindest Regards,
The Million Vegan Grandmothers Climate Healers
3145 E Chandler Blvd #110-233
Phoenix, AZ 85048
t: +1-732-809-3526
e: grandmothers@climatehealers org
w: millionvegangrandmothers.org
The Million Vegan Grandmothers “Homo Ahimsa” Pledge
As the Million Vegan Grandmothers and wisdom carriers, we gather to express our fierce love for our children and grandchildren and invite everyone to take our Homo Ahimsa pledge:
“I pledge to honor and protect all the animals, peoples and Mother Earth herself by joyfully embodying and promoting an infinitely sustainable, crueltyfree Vegan lifestyle that heals the climate and restores right relationships in the true spirit of Homo Ahimsa for all generations to come.“
Earlier this year, I read an article in the Albuquerque Journal about the BioPark Zoo having been named the 2nd worst in the country for elephants by the organization, “In Defense of Animals (IDA).” Part of the rationale for this designation was the high mortality rate of the elephants at the BioPark Zoo. As was noted in the Albuquerque Journal article, “every baby elephant born at the ABQ BioPark Zoo in the last decade has died.” i The cause of the young elephant deaths at the BioPark Zoo was elephant endotheliotropic herpesvirus (EEHV). While this disease occurs in the wild elephant population, it does not occur at the same rate. The vast majority of deaths due to EEHV occur in elephants born in captivity. According to the IDA spokesperson, Fleur Dawes, all zoos in the United States, including Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA)-accredited zoos, have an infant elephant mortality rate of 40%, which is three times higher than those born in their natural habitats.
Another issue at the BioPark Zoo noted by “In Defense of Animals,” is the lack of proper space and conditions for the animals held captive at the zoo, especially the elephants The four Asian elephants at the Albuquerque facility live on 5 acres, but, as the city’s own website notes, they are rotated through much smaller enclosures. The Global Sanctuary for Elephants’ website points out that the average female Asian elephant has a range of up to 98,000 acres, and the range is almost double that for a male, up to 200,000 acres in the wild ii As the IDA spokesperson noted, the space for the elephants at the BioPark Zoo is the “equivalent of a small family living their entire life in a bathroom ” iii
After speaking with Brittney Michelson, a campaign specialist with the IDA, I decided to visit the zoo myself. What I found was shocking; Not only were the “yards” that are used for “rotations” tiny, but they are also devoid of enrichment items, and one elephant’s enclosure appeared to lack access to water The International Elephant Foundation states the “Normal daily water consumption is about 25 – 50 gallons per animal, or 100 – 200 liters.” One can only imagine the suffering that the elephants endured, especially the one I viewed in a small enclosure by himself in the hot sun That male elephant remained standing in one place for a very long period of time until a loud semi-truck seemed to startle him, and he investigated the noise.iv As this enclosure is by a road, there were numerous park vehicles and trucks passing in close proximity on a regular basis. After the loud truck passed, the elephant went back to where he was standing In another small enclosure, another elephant rocked back and forth with zombie eyes, additional signs of zoochosis. The abnormal and stereotypical behavior exhibited by animals in captivity develops as a result of frustration and unnatural stress. The most common behaviors of zoochosis are rocking, pacing, disassociation, extreme grooming, and self-harm These are much like what is seen in humans who are suffering from PTSD. It is not unusual for captive animals to be given psychotropic drugs, such as Valium and Prozac. One of the worst cases of zoo animals and sedation was a gorilla named Willie who was captured as an infant in Congo and was sent to live at Zoo Atlanta until his death at the age of 39 He spent 27 of his years alone in an indoor cage so small that he could have touched the bars on both sides when his arms were stretched out. He spent his days in this tiny cage with a tire swing and a television, and, to help him cope, he was given Thorazine in his morning Coca-Cola, which left him in a zombie-like condition, shuffling around his cage with glassy eyes.v
It was announced on June 13 that one of the Albuquerque BioPark Zoo elephants had contracted tuberculosis vI Tuberculosis has not been found to naturally occur in wild elephant populations, but it is not uncommon to find tuberculosis in zoos and other locations where elephants are held captive. Because naturally-occurring TB has not been reported in wild elephants, this suggests that captive elephants most likely have contracted the disease via contact with infected humans.vii In captive elephants, the disease is primarily caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, although infection with Mycobacterium bovis has been recorded. Asian elephants, such as the ones kept at the BioPark Zoo, are more frequently infected with TB compared to African elephants Although the BioPark staff told reporters that there was no threat to the public, the CDC notes that “bidirectional spread of tuberculosis between elephants and humans has been documented.”
Although my two visits to the BioPark Zoo were to ascertain the health and safety of the elephants, I noticed two additional areas of concern. My first visit took place prior to the euthanization on May 26 of the polar bear, Koluk. On that visit, Koluk appeared to be suffering from zoochosis, as he paced and looked very distressed. After that visit, I reached out to the BioPark Zoo with my concerns. I did receive an email dated June 12th from Director Stephanie Stowell, which was after I made complaints to the AZA and IDA about what I witnessed and after Koluk’s death. Director Stowell explained that Koluk’s physical health had declined and that he was showing symptoms of kidney, liver, and heart disease. An autopsy, Stowell stated, revealed that the polar bear had pancreatic cancer. While the zoo uses a dietary plan, one which follows the AZA Polar Bear Animal Care Manual, a 2021 study which appeared in the peer-reviewed journal, ZooBiology, noted that captive polar bears are very susceptible to renal failure and liver cancer due to improper diets. In the wild, polar bears and brown bears seek low protein to non-protein energy ratios, whereas captive bears currently are fed high-protein ratios. The scientists recommend new diets that more closely match the preferred macronutrient rations to prevent these sorts of health issues.ix I have questioned Stowell about this study and the recommendations, but I have not heard back from her.
Director Stowell neglected to comment on my concerns about the two bears’ mental health Instead, she pointed out the age of the polar bears and that the BioPark’s maintains a 9800 square foot polar bear habitat with an expansion being planned that is expected to provide an additional 3200 square feet of natural-substrate-lined space It should be noted that this is well below the minimum requirements of 1 acre (0 4 hectares) per bear (ideally 2 acres per bear) that is recommended by Bear Conservation, a non-profit organization in the United Kingdom that advocates for the welfare, conservation, and protection of bears To give some context, the current enclosure for the surviving polar bear is approximately 00018 percent of what the range would be in the wild and is about .23 of an acre. I have not received a response to my question about the use of psychotropic drugs with these animals, although Stowell noted the use of “Zoo Monitor,” an app that allows observers to record animal behavior data, and she noted that the animals “have normal welfare assessments completed on a regular basis ”
My other concern after my visits to the BioPark Zoo was the condition of the giraffes. On my first visit, I noticed one of the giraffes chewing on a metal pole, which is a common sign of zoochosis in captive animals On my second visit, I taped the same giraffe licking the enclosure wall, which also indicates mental suffering,x Giraffes, by the way, are listed at the conservation level of “least concern,” meaning that, while they are one of the most commonly held animals in zoos, they are not legitimately being held for conservation, making their breeding in captivity even more unethical.
On May 30, I received a response back from Cheri Bermudez, the Accreditation Programs Coordinator at the AZA, who stated that “In accordance with our standard process we will look into your concerns. If we find evidence that any AZA accreditation standards are not being met, we will work with the institution to assure this is addressed.” She asked me for photo and video evidence, which I provided, but I have not heard back from anyone at the AZA since that time. On the AZA website, it notes that the “AZA does not share the specific results of accreditation inspections, if the Commission finds that standards are not being maintained, the Commission has the ability to inspect the facility at any time and will work with the facility to address any deficiencies XI
On June 12, I received a response back from the USDA. They will be conducting an investigation, and they have assigned AC23-0663 as the number for this case. I spoke briefly to the agent who has been assigned to investigate my concerns. She asked me for my photos and videos, and she asked me some brief questions. You may submit a request to the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) office to obtain any publicly available information regarding the review.
FOIA Requests can be submitted three ways:
1. Web Request Form: https://efoia-pal.usda.gov/App/Home.aspx
2. Fax: 301-734-5941
3. US Mail:
USDA- APHIS- FOIA 4700 River Road, Unit 50 Riverdale, MD 20737
I would encourage the readers of the NM Vegan to continue to put pressure on the city of Albuquerque and on the BioPark’s director to investigate and correct any mistreatment of the animals held captive at the BioPark Zoo and to work with organizations, such as the IDA, to permit the removal of the elephants (and any other suffering animals) to sanctuaries This is in the best interest of the animals, and, given the recent outbreak of tuberculosis in the zoo’s elephant population, it is for the protection of the public
Contacts for the City of Albuquerque and the BioPark Zoo:
• Stephanie Stowell, Director, sstowell@cabq gov
• Allyson Zahm, Development Manager at NM BioPark Society, azahm@cabq.gov
Contacts for the AZA:
• Jennifer DiNenna, Director of Accreditation Programs, JDiNenna@aza.org
• Cheri Bermudez, Accreditation Programs Coordinator, CBermudez@aza.org
Contact for In Defense of Animals:
• Brittany Michelson, Campaign Specialist: Captive Animals, brittany@idausa.org
To learn more about the condition of zoochosis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9VknSe6AhU&t=4s
References:
i Nathanson, Rick. BioPark Among Worst Zoos for Elephants Animal Rights Group Says. Albuequerque Journal, https://www.abqjournal.com/2483786/abq-biopark-zoo-named-one-of-worst-zoos-for-elephants-in-northamerica.html.
ii Space, How Much is Enough? Global Sanctuary for Elephants, https://globalelephants.org/space-much-enough/.
iii Fjeld, Johnathan. “ABQ Elephant Tests Positive for Tuberculosis.” KOB4 News, https://www.kob.com/newmexico/albuquerque-metro/abq-biopark-elephant-tests-positive-for-tuberculosis/.
iv Poe, Becca. “Elephants at the BioPark Zoo.” https://youtu.be/nnFcFM3t3Vg
v Braitman, Laurel. “Even the Gorillas and Bears at our Zoos are Hooked on Prozac.” https://www.wired.com/2014/07/animal-madness-laurel-braitman/
References:- Cont’d
vi Fjeld, Johnathan. “ABQ Elephant Tests Positive for Tuberculosis.” KOB4 News, https://www.kob.com/newmexico/albuquerque-metro/abq-biopark-elephant-tests-positive-for-tuberculosis/
vii Montali RJ, Mikota SK, Cheng LI. Mycobacterium tuberculosis in zoo and wildlife species. Revue Scientific et Technique de l'Office International des Epizooties 2001; 20: 291–303.
viii Zlot, Vines, et al. “Diagnosis of Tuberculosis in Three Zoo Elephants and a Human Contact.”
https://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm6452a2.htm#:~:text=What%20is%20already%20known%20on, and%20humans%20has%20been%20documented.
ix Robbins, Tollefson, et al. “New insights into dietary management of polar bears (Ursus maritimus) and brown bears (U. arctos).”
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1002/zoo.21658
Poe, Becca. “Giraffe Displaying Zoochosis at the ABQ BioPark Zoo.”
https://youtu.be/USQWvisJ2hk
xi Association of Zoos and Aquariums. https://www.aza.org/contact-us?locale=en
Dr Rebecca Godfrey-Poe (she/her/hers) works remotely for the AmeriCorps VISTA Program at the Arizona Food Bank Network Previously, she worked for the Peabody Museum at Harvard University and for Harvard Medical School She also has many years of adjunct teaching experience, having instructed courses in psychology, sociology, and reading Rebecca has been involved with a variety of animal rights’ groups and animal rescue groups and is the proud momma of three rescued cats, Tenuki, Bob, and JoJo
"In a world that strives for compassion and respect for allliving beings, zoos stand as a stark reminder of our continued domination over animals. True appreciation of wildlife lies in their freedom, not their confinement. Let us envision a future where the beauty of animals is cherished in their natural habitats, where the roar of a lion echoes across the savannah and the gentle flutter of a butterfly graces our gardens. It is through harmony and coexistence that we can truly embrace the essence of veganism.“
~ Nancy Arenas
Do you want to learn how to cook delicious and healthy vegan food? Do you want to eat without violence and harm to animals, people, and the planet? Do you want to have fun and meet other compassionate people? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you should join Cooking with Compassion, a monthly cooking demo by Ms Nancy Arenas Cooking with Compassion is a class that will teach you how to prepare easy and tasty vegan dishes, such as soups, salads, burgers, desserts, and more. You will also learn about the benefits of veganism for your health, the environment, and the animals Cooking with Compassion is held once a month at Natural Grocers, a store that supports organic and natural products Don’t miss this opportunity to discover a new way of eating and living. Sign up today!
