Action Alerts

1Sky: Help President Obama strengthen his goals for reducing global warming pollution
“Our planet is warming at an alarming rate, but scientists say we can solve the climate crisis if we act quickly. That’s why it’s so important for President Obama to strengthen the target he has set for reducing global warming pollution by the year 2020. Unfortunately, Obama’s current proposal is to return to 1990 pollution levels by 2020. This would be a significant reduction, but not nearly enough rapidly enough. Help President Obama strengthen his goal for reducing global warming pollution–send him a message today by filling the form below.”

Common Cause: Make Recovery Act funds work in your state
“Right now, billions of dollars in Recovery Act funds are being sent to your state and local governments. We know where that money should go: towards rebuilding communities of our nation. But powerful special interests and their lobbyists want to put that money in their own pockets. That’s why we need to act now. Fill out the fields below to send a letter to your governor. Demand that the Recovery Act funds work for your state, and for our nation!”

CREDO Action: Tell Congress: Impeach Judge Jay Bybee.
“When presidents and federal judges take office, they must swear to support and defend the Constitution. But federal judge Jay Bybee worked long and hard to undermine the Bill of Rights – and to make sure that President George W. Bush could do the same. On March 2, the Justice Department released a series of legal memos, some authored by Jay Bybee, that gave the Bush Administration legal cover to wiretap Americans without court approval, to send prisoners overseas where they were likely to be tortured, to use U.S. military forces for domestic purposes, and a number of other actions that previously would have been considered unconstitutional.”

DawnWatch: Excellent NY Times op-ed on chimps in captivity 3/6/09
“The Friday, March 6 edition of the New York Times included a superb op-ed, by Charles Siebert, headed, ‘Something Wild.’ It tells us of Travis, the chimp who was killed after biting off a woman’s face and hands.”

Kinship Circle: 3/7/08: Canada Seal Bill Dropped, No Debate. Demand The Killing End.
“3/4/09, OTTAWA (AFP) — Canadian Senator Mac Harb introduced a private members bill that would end the commercial seal slaughter in Canada… The bill failed to gain any support from the start…and was immediately dropped from the senate’s agenda.”

National Wildlife Federation (NWF): Help Historic Public Lands Legislation Get to the President’s Desk
“On January 15th the Senate passed the Omnibus Public Lands Management Act–sweeping legislation to provide historic protections for millions of acres of America’s cherished public lands. Within weeks the U.S. House of Representatives will vote on this bill and it will likely be a very close vote. Help decide the final fate of this historic bill.”

National Wildlife Federation (NWF): Great Lakes Restoration Needs Your Support
“The Great Lakes are the only freshwater system of its kind in size and ecological diversity, and they provide drinking water to over forty-two million people. But, the Great Lakes are plagued by failing wastewater treatment infrastructure that spew billions of gallons of raw sewage into the Lakes every year, invasive species that are wreaking havoc on food chains; and toxic contamination in polluted harbors.”

Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC): Tell the EPA to protect honey bees from a toxic pesticide
“Bees help produce about one-third of the food we eat, and yet as hives across the country are being devastated by colony collapse disorder, the EPA is allowing the use of a pesticide that is highly toxic to honey bees. Tell the EPA to protect honey bees and other pollinators from this toxic threat.”

PETA: Ask Iditarod Sponsors to Stop Funding Cruel Dogsled Race
“The Iditarod is Alaska’s annual dogsled race, which is marked by cruelty, injuries, and death. Every year in the 1,150-plus-mile race, dogs die of hypothermia, gastric ulcers, and “sled dog myopathy”—literally being run to death. [...] With the Iditarod upon us, we need you to urge sponsors to end their support of this cruel event. Let them know that suffering and death is not a marketing opportunity.”

PETA: Urge Arkansas Property Owners’ Association to Halt Archaic Deer Hunt!
“PETA is being inundated with calls from distressed Arkansas residents regarding the Hot Springs Property Owners’ Association’s (POA) reported decision to recommend lethal methods to control resident deer at Hot Springs Village in Arkansas. According to our complainants, a two-week bow hunt has been approved to reduce the size of the deer herd living on the property, and the POA is now considering approving a second bow hunt that would last for five months!”

PETA: Help Keep Michigan State University Free of Animal Circuses!
“Following a campaign by Michigan State University’s (MSU) student animal rights group, SPAR, the school’s Board of Trustees recently made the compassionate decision not to allow circuses with animals on campus in 2009 because of the cruelty inherent in the training and captivity of these animals. Now, the circus industry is bombarding the university with complaints, which is why MSU needs to hear from you!”

PETA: Tell New York Pet Store to Stop Exploiting Baby Chickens
“PETA’s Cruelty Investigations Department recently received complaints from recipients of an online flier apparently distributed by Steve’s Wonderful World of Pets, located in Williamsville, New York. The flier offers the “rental” of dyed chicks with the tagline “Add a little bit of ‘Spring’ to your home with our Colored Baby Chicks!” [...] Please contact Steve Lane, owner of Steve’s Wonderful World of Pets, and ask him to do away with the dyed-chick promotion. Let him know that these tiny animals deserve better than to be dyed and rented out like bowling shoes, all for the sake of a couple of bucks. Ask him to place these chicks with a reputable sanctuary, where they can live out their lives in peace.”

Planned Parenthood: This is our chance to protect women’s health.
“President Obama has begun the process of overturning the Bush administration rule that poses a grave threat to women’s health. By adding your name to our list and showing your support, we can all look forward to President Obama restoring the rights of patients to receive complete and accurate reproductive health information and services, without fear that health care providers will withhold vital information and services based on their personal biases. We have thirty days to show our support for women’s health.”

Public Citizen: Tell Congress to Implement Obama’s Trade Reform Commitments!
“Last week, 54 House members wrote President Obama a letter about working together to deliver on the expansive trade reform commitments Obama made during his campaign. This week, some administration officials released a very preliminary trade agenda proposal that did not fully capture Obama’s trade change agenda – and even suggested that Bush’s hangover NAFTA expansion deals with Panama, Colombia and Korea could be brought to Congress! More than ever, Congress needs to hear from you loud and clear that you expect a new job-creating American trade policy and a clean break from Bush’s NAFTA expansion agenda.”

World Society for the Protection of Animals (WSPA): Bali’s dogs are dying.
“In a kneejerk reaction to six suspected human rabies fatalities, the island’s authorities have killed over 1,000 dogs. This number could rise dramatically. The animal suffering is acute. Strychnine is being used to poison some of the dogs, leaving them conscious and convulsing until they eventually suffocate. People are suffering too – the vast majority of victims are pets that are allowed to roam freely. [...] Take Action – Sign an online letter to the Balinese governor, asking him to end the cull and adopt a humane approach to rabies prevention that will protect both animals and people.”

Contests

PETA Prime: Win a DeStress and Detoxify Gift Basket From Best Bath Store
“Win a DeStress and Detoxify Gift Basket From Best Bath StoreAfter a stressful day, you need to relax your body and calm your mind. Here’s your chance to get your hands on a gift basket full of special goods from handmade luxury bath and body product retailer Best Bath Store. We are giving one lucky winner a gift basket. [...] Don’t miss the chance to create a calm, cruelty-free spa experience at home—just fill out the form below by March 27, and we will announce the lucky winner on March 30.”

PETA2: Free Stuff Friday: “And Then There Were None Hearts Tofu” Tees!
“For your chance to win your very own ‘ATTWN <3 Tofu' shirt, just comment below with the best vegan meal you've ever made, and what size t-shirt you wear. We'll pick the four most creative meals as the winners! Entries must be received by March 13th, and the two winners will be chosen and notified by March 20th."

Newsletters

ASPCA: eNews, March 6, 2009
“Meet the Winners of the Annual Mutt Show”

Best Friends: eNews, March 6, 2009
“Two paws up!”

Born Free USA: eNewsletter, March 6, 2009
“Another Sponsor for fffashion; Two More Companies Join Fur Free Retail Program”

Center for Biological Diversity: Endangered Earth Online, No. 450, March 6, 2009
“Endangered Earth: Last U.S. Jaguar Killed, ESA to Earn New Life”

Defenders of Wildlife: March 2009 eNews
“eNews: RIP Macho B”

Petitions

Prevent the Worst of Global Warming: Pass a Strong Climate Bill Now

Please allow Poppy to live out his natural life.

Send your thanks to Officer Mark McClure of Paris, KY

Federal Bottle Bill: H.R.4238 Bottle Recycling Climate Act

‘Round the Interwebz

Animal Rights @ Change .org: Killing “Without Qualms” Does Not a Feminist Hero Make

Mother Jones: Congressional Data Mining: Coming Soon?

Mother Jones: Spoiled: Organic and Local Is So 2008

The Nation: Foodies Address the Slavery Issue

The PETA Files: R.I.P. Annabel

Vegan Freak: Vegan Isn’t a Dirty Word

That Vegan Girl: On accusations & terrorism

Upcoming Events

World Wildlife Fund (WWF): Shop to Benefit WWF, Thursday, March 12 through Sunday, March 15, 2009
“Gap Inc. invites you to “Give & Get”! When you shop in store at Gap, Banana Republic, Old Navy and outlet stores March 12 – 15, you will receive 30 percent off your total purchase and WWF will receive 5 percent*. Shoppers helped raise over $870,000 for WWF during Gap’s previous two Give & Get events–and YOU can help us receive even more this time!” If you received a gift card to these stores of x-mas (I did), now might be a good time to spend it. Otherwise, hit up Goodwill for your clothing needs!

In Defense of Animals (IDA): The International Day of Action for Seals is March 15
“Each year hundreds of thousands of baby seals are brutally beat on the head and slaughtered, most often while still alive, on the eastern shores of Canada. It is not enough that populations of seals are suffering due to global warming and the lack of ice formations for them to give birth upon; mother seals also have to contend with sealers arriving to beat their pups to death. [...] We help us flood the US Ambassador to Canada and Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper with letters in support of the Harb Bill. We also need to flood the EU Parliament with comments in support of an EU -wide ban on seal products.”

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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About

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.

If you’d like to get on the above organizations’ e-mail lists, I’ve compiled a full list of all my resources on the Get Active! page.

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