easyVegan Link Sanctuary, 2009-03-03
March 3rd, 2009 8:11 pm by Kelly GarbatoAction Alerts
Defenders of Wildlife: Kids Color to Save Wolves
“I often receive clever drawings and colored pictures from animal-loving children urging me to do everything I can to protect America’s wildlife. These young activists are passionate about saving the lives of imperiled animals… and they’ve led us to launch Kids Care, a brand-new initiative to give children a way to help stop Sarah Palin’s cruel aerial wolf killing in Alaska. We’ve already received illustrated messages from kids all over the country urging Palin to end her brutal wolf killing program. Please visit EyeOnPalin.org and get your children involved.”
Dogs Deserve Better (DDB): Animal Abuser Sought in Freeman Spur Vicinity; Concerned citizens seek assistance in finding violent offender to make the community safer for all
“A reward of $1000 is being offered for any information leading to the arrest and conviction of the person or people responsible for the death of a local dog by animal cruelty. On the morning of February 15, 2009, at 1:45am, a concerned citizen found a Chow mix puppy, about 5 months old, on the side of Freeman Spur Blacktop, in the Freeman Spur vicinity including West Frankfort and Herrin, Williamson County, Illinois. The dog was alive but had been beaten so severely that she was unable to be saved. Upon receiving treatment from a Veterinarian it was determined that the dog had been blinded, her back leg was shattered in several places, front leg had been broken previously and was infected, and her neck was so infested with maggots from lacerations due to a life time chaining.”
Dogs Deserve Better (DDB): Please Help get Justice for Shepp, a German Shepherd left to Starve on the End of a Chain
“March 9, 2009, 9 am, a Corpus Christi, Texas couple, Daniel and Norma Luna will appear in court to answer for the neglect and death of Shepp, a German Shepherd left to starve on the End of a Chain. [...] Daniel and Norma Luna court information: Docket call on 3/5/09, 2PM with jury trial scheduled for 3/9/09 at AM. March 9, 2009. Court Listing: County Court Law 3, Honorable John B. Martinez, Room: 703, Nueces County Courthouse, 901 Leopard Street, Corpus Christi, Texas 78401, Phone Number: 361-888-0466″
International Fund for Animal Welfare (IFAW): End the Seal Hunt: Pass the Harb Seal Bill!
“For the first time in history, a Canadian politician is proposing a law to end the suffering of baby seals. Senator Harb consulted with IFAW on this critical legislation and now he has asked us to help flood Canadian Embassies with messages of support. Please help us reach 200,000 emails and letters in the next few weeks: one for every seal killed this year. This is our chance to end the hunt forever. Please email Canada’s Ambassador urging support of the “Harb” Seal Bill to end the hunt.”
PETA: Tell Macy’s to Lay Off the Animals, Not the Workers
“Department store Macy’s, which sells a lot of fur, has announced 7,000 layoffs. Tell Macy’s to lay off the animals, not the workers! The fur cuffs, collars, and coats at Macy’s come from animals who spend their short, miserable lives in cramped, filthy cages until they are slaughtered, often while they are fully conscious, or are trapped and beaten to death in the wild. Fur farmers and trappers use the cheapest and cruelest killing methods available, including suffocation, electrocution, gassing, bludgeoning, drowning, and poisoning. Many animals are still alive and able to feel pain as workers begin to rip the skin off their bodies. Tell Macy’s CEO Terry Lundgren that modern, successful businesses don’t sell fur and that as long as Macy’s supports the violent, bloody fur industry, his books are bound to be in the red.”
PETA: URGENT: Call on Palm Beach County Schools to Halt Their Alleged Use of Cruel Glue Traps!
“Horrified Palm Beach County residents recently contacted PETA upon learning of the alleged use of glue traps to catch and kill mice in the schools’ buildings and campuses. PETA contacted school officials, apprising them of the inherent and extreme cruelty of these devices and asking that they remove the traps immediately and instead explore humane pest-control alternatives. Officials suggested that they would look into the matter, but PETA has received no indication that the traps have been removed yet. Our follow-up calls are not being returned.”
Planned Parenthood: STOP anti-choice efforts to defund Planned Parenthood
“Anti-choice Sen. David Vitter has introduced an amendment that would strip federal Title X family planning funding for Planned Parenthood from the Appropriations bill. With so many people turning to Planned Parenthood for basic health care during this economic crisis, Sen. Vitter’s attack could not have happened at a worse time.”
Campaign Updates
Capitol Climate Action: Victory at the largest mass civil disobedience for the climate in U.S. history!
“Yesterday thousands of people came together to offer an unprecedented example of mass protest and civil disobedience for the climate. More than 2500 activists, many willing to risk arrest, successfully blockaded all five entrances to the Capitol Power Plant for more than four hours. As impressive as that is, this action wasn’t just about this one coal-fired powerplant. The scale and the commitment of the participants was the biggest example yet of the kind of public support necessary to solve the climate crisis.”
Farm Sanctuary: Introducing our “Making Hay” Blog
“Farm Sanctuary’s newest blog was inspired by you, and all of the amazing things you are doing for farm animals. It is a project of Farm Sanctuary’s Advocacy Campaign Team, and is your go-to place for tips and tools on how to up the ante of your advocacy, no matter how much time you have to offer!”
Carnivals
Carnival of the Green #169 @ Turning Transparent in a Green World
Newsletters
Best Friends: eNews, March 2, 2009
“From fire to freedom!”
Institute for Humane Education: Humane Edge E-News March 2009
“Humane Edge – Humane Parenting Issue, Special Book Offer”
Petitions
Punish the Deed, NOT the Breed! [BSL in Oregon]
Bassethound Babyboy was shot & killed by neighbor
South Dakota Sioux to Slaughter Horses
A Legislative Proposal to Help Horses & Rescues
‘Round the Interwebz
Environmental Working Group’s Farm Subsidy Database (via Sociological Images)
Sociological Images: “Sex Sells”
Upcoming Events
The Great American Meatout – Friday, March 20, 2009
“On (or around) March 20 — the first day of spring — thousands of caring people in all 50 U.S. states and two dozen other countries get active to host educational Meatout events. Activities include colorful festivals, lectures, public dinners, feed-ins, cooking demos, food samplings, leafleting, information tables and more.”
Earth Hour 2009 – Saturday, March 28, 2009
“Mark your calendar and plan to join millions of people around the world in turning off the lights at 8:30 p.m., March 28, 2009, for one hour—Earth Hour—to raise awareness and take action to fight climate change. U.S. activists: Turn your action into something even bigger! Push your federal and state elected officials to shut off their lights and to take strong action to fight climate change.”
Animal Aid: Horse Racing Awareness Week, Sunday, March 29 through Saturday, April 4, 2009
“Horse Racing Awareness Week takes place in the seven days leading up to the Grand National meeting in Aintree – a notoriously hazardous three-day event that has killed 35 horses over the last decade. Runners face unique problems in the flagship race, including the proximity of a large, noisy crowd; the number of animals taking part; and the nature of the fences. Most years there are fatalities. Animal Aid is calling for this punishing, brutal event to be banned. Please read on to find out how you can help raise awareness and aid our campaign.”
American Humane Association (AHA): Every Day Is Tag Day – Saturday, April 4, 2009
“The American Humane Association celebrates every day as Tag Day to encourage all pet owners to tag or microchip their companion animals. Pet care is more than providing food, water and shelter. Pet care also includes tagging your pet. According to the National Council on Pet Population Study and Policy, about 1 million dogs and half a million cats are taken into U.S. animal shelters as strays each year. Sadly, only 15 percent of those dogs and 2 percent of those cats are reunited with their owners.”
Animal Care Expo 2009 – Monday, April 6 through Thursday, April 9, 2009 in Las Vegas, NV
“This year, The Humane Society of the United States is offering the best Animal Care Expo to date. We’ve joined forces with the National Conference on Animals in Disasters, and we welcome emergency managers and responders to the best conference experience in the animal protection and emergency services fields. At Animal Care Expo 2009, you’ll find more of our renowned educational workshops and networking opportunities. And Expo will again have all your favorite features, like the Meet and Greet, the Brain Bank, and more!”
Humane Society Legislative Fund (HSLF): Party Animals, Party to end puppy mills – Sunday, April 19, 2009
“The Humane Society Legislative Fund is excited to announce that our next round of Party Animals house parties will be Sunday, April 19, and will focus on putting an end to puppy mills.”
Earth Day – Wednesday, April 22, 2009
“Earth Day 2009, April 22, will mark the beginning of the Green Generation Campaign! This two-year initiative will culminate with the 40th anniversary of Earth Day in 2010. With negotiations for a new global climate agreement coming up in December, Earth Day 2009 must be a day of action and civic participation, to defend the Green Generation’s core principles. Under the umbrella of the Green Generation, thousands of events are currently being planned in schools, communities, villages, towns and cities around the world. As in 2008, on April 19th Earth Day Network will celebrate Earth Day on the National Mall in Washington, DC, plus large-scale volunteer events in ten other US cities in partnership with Green Apple Festival. Our partners in Tokyo, Buenos Aires, Beijing, and Manila, among others, are planning large events where everyone can participate. Find an event or activity near you!”
WorldFest – Saturday, May 16, 2009 in Woodland Ave. Park in Encino, California
“The WorldFest 2009 Earth Day Festival will be held on Saturday, May 16th, 2009, from 10 am to 6:30 pm, at the beautiful outdoor setting of Woodley Park in Encino, CA. We will welcome our attendees to a magnificent day filled with entertainment, education and enlightenment. The combination of great music, empowering speakers, environmental, humanitarian and animal welfare non-profits, kid’s activities and an delicious food court make for an earth-friendly experience that is sure to be inspiring and enjoyable for all.”
Veggie Pride Parade – Sunday, May 17, 2009 in New York City
“Please join UPC President Karen Davis, Parade creator Pamela Rice, and other animal rights activists for the Second Annual Veggie Pride Parade in New York City. Last year’s Parade was a huge success. The 2008 Parade was covered by The New York Times and many other media outlets in NYC and around the country. This year’s Parade will be even Bigger and Better! Procession starts at Noon – lineup 11 a.m. – in the Old Meat District in Greenwich Village where Little West 12th St., Gansevoort St., Greenwich St. & 9th Ave. converge. Endpoint for the Parade this year is Union Square Park (north end).”
Their Lives, Our Voices 2009 – Midwest Animal Advocacy Conference, Friday, June 12 through Sunday, June 14, 2009 in Minneapolis, MN
“Their Lives, Our Voices gathers activists from around the country for an inclusive, high-quality, hands-on conference focused on empowering advocates in their efforts to help farmed animals. This event is accessible to all animal advocates, showcasing diverse topics and perspectives within our movement. Networking and attendee participation are vital to TLOV’s success, so please come and help make our second annual TLOV conference an exceptional event. TLOV is hosted by Compassionate Action for Animals. The conference starts in the evening of Friday, June 12, and continues through Sunday, June 14. The conference venue is the Hubert H. Humphrey Conference Center in Minneapolis, MN.”
National Pigeon Day – Saturday, June 13, 2009 in New York City
“The New York Bird Club cordially invites you to participate in the Second Annual National Pigeon Day Celebration on Saturday, June 13th from Noon to 4 p.m. on Pilgrim Hill in Central Park in New York City. This event is a celebration of pigeons and a time to give thanks to pigeons for the joy they bring us each day of the year – their sweet faces, cooing voices and majestic waddle lift our spirits amid the bustle of city life.”
Let It Live – Friday, June 26 through Sunday, June 28 in Portland, Oregon
“The 2009 Let Live Conference is officially set for June 26th-28th in Portland, Oregon and registration is open NOW. To offset the cost of the conference, we kindly request a donation of $15 for registration. However, for early birds who register by May 1st, the suggested donation is only $10! So register early and help us provide you with a bigger and badder animal rights conference.”
Taking Action for Animals – Friday, July 24 through Monday, July 27, 2009 in Arlington, Virginia
“The fifth annual Taking Action for Animals conference will be held July 24-27, 2009, in Arlington, Virginia. Learn how to plan effective campaigns, walk the halls of Congress to lobby your federal legislators on animal protection issues, and hear from speakers such as HSUS president and CEO Wayne Pacelle, comedian and author Carol Leifer, and Colorado State University professor and bioethicist Dr. Bernard Rollin.”
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The easyVegan Link Sanctuary is a near-daily roundup of animal and environmental advocacy action alerts, campaign updates, carnivals, contests, newsletters, petitions, upcoming events and miscellaneous resources.
While my primary focus is non-human animals and the environment in which they live, I will cover human rights issues as well, especially as they relate to animal and environmental welfare. (For example, while reproductive rights is typically seen as a feminist or women’s issue, the growing global human population does have environmental consequences. In this vein, access to family planning resources has a tangible impact on the environment – an environment we share with non-human animals.)
This link roundup is meant as a jumping-off point for you, the reader, to take further action and learn more about the issues presented here. I link, you decide!
If you have a link you’d like included, please drop me a line at easyvegan [at] gmail.com – or leave it in the comments! Feedback is also appreciated, particularly as it relates to the links included above. I’ve tried my best to identify and name any speciesism, sexism, racism, classism, homophobia, sizeism, etc. which may appear in the resources above; if, however, I’ve overlooked something, please leave a note in the comments. It’s not my desire to fight one form of oppression by engaging in another.
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