Action Alerts

Corporate Accountability International: Call on Fast Food Giants to Value [the] Meal
“Corporate Accountability International is building a movement challenging the fast food industry to stop interfering in the political process, preventing the public from knowing the health risks of fast food and bombarding our children with manipulative marketing. We believe everyone needs access to enough affordable, healthy food and the fast food industry’s abuses are a roadblock that, once removed, can ensure a healthier future for generations to come.”

Council for a Livable World (CLW): First Step Toward Nuclear Disarmament
“Last Friday, Secretary of State Hillary Clinton took the first critical steps toward the Obama Administration’s goal of a world free of nuclear weapons. Secretary Clinton met with Russian foreign minister Sergey Lavrov to discuss many issues. Following their meeting, Clinton and Lavrov promised to move forward quickly with negotiations on a successor to the START nuclear arms reduction treaty, a key pact for reducing U.S. and Russian nuclear stockpiles that expires this December. Council for a Livable World applauds this enormous step forward in our efforts to move toward a nuclear weapons free world, and urges the President to stay committed to a short-term goal of no more than 1,000 nuclear weapons each for the U.S. and Russia.”

Farm Sanctuary: This Bill Really Stinks
“A bill introduced by Sens. Charles Thune (R-ND) and Charles Schumer (D-NY) aims to exempt factory farms from the Clean Air Act and prevent the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from enacting a “cow tax” on the methane emissions generated by animal agriculture. [...] Don’t let livestock producers shirk their responsibility! Contact your U.S. senators today to let them know this bill stinks. Send a quick and easy e-mail telling them to vote NO on S. 527.”

Farm Sanctuary: Dismantling the Factory Farm: One State, One Step at a Time
“While the weather shifts from winter to spring, legislators around the country are running hot or cold on measures impacting the lives of farm animals. These bills, if enacted into law, would have a profound impact on industrial animal agriculture. It’s time to dismantle the factory farm, one step and one state at a time. Throughout the country, legislation is being introduced for farm animal protection, or, in some cases, to codify the cruel status quo. It’s up to you — the constituents — to see that our laws reflect our values of compassion, kindness and respect.”

PETA: Video Exposes Military’s Stabbing of Dogs
“PETA has received horrific torture videos that show live dogs who scream in pain while being stabbed and killed during combat-training exercises conducted by soldiers in the Bolivian military. The soldiers state that their instructors received training from the U.S. military in how to conduct these exercises, and the training partnership is corroborated by a written agreement signed by the two countries. [...] Read the letter that we sent to Bolivia’s president, Evo Morales. Then take action against these horrific practices. Please send a polite e-mail to Bolivia’s government urging it to end the military’s use of animals.”

PETA: Urge the USDA to Pull Dangerous Elephants Off the Road
“On Saturday, March 7, 2009, at least a dozen children and one adult were injured while waiting in line for elephant rides at the Murat Shrine Circus in Indianapolis, Indiana. Aggression between two elephants caused one elephant to knock over the stairs used to load waiting passengers. [...] Because of the abusive training that captive elephants endure, many suffer from severe physical and psychological distress. These large and powerful animals can and do put unsuspecting bystanders in harm’s way. Since 1990, rampages by captive elephants in the U.S. have resulted in 13 human deaths and 120 human injuries. To ensure the safety of the public and the elephants, it is important that these elephants be taken off the road. Please send polite letters to the USDA asking that it immediately remove Queenie, Tina, and Jewel from travel, performances, and rides.”

People’s Coalition on Food Sovereignty: Petition Letter: Violations of the Native Customary Right, Right to Land, and Right to Livelihood of Indigenous Groups in Sarawak
“Last April, I went on a fact finding mission to Sarawak, Malaysia, to witness first-hand the collusion between government officials and palm oil companies to push Indigenous communities off of their lands in order to grow more oil palm. I met with people who told me their homes had been destroyed by logging companies, that they were being intimidated and threatened by police and company officials, and that they had been promised compensation that never materialized. I also had the opportunity to participate in a meeting with 150 Indigenous leaders who shared similar stories from their own communities. Based on this report, the People’s Coalition for Food Sovereignty has posted an online petition calling on Malaysian officials to protect the land rights and right to livelihood of Indigenous groups in Sarawak. Please take a moment to sign the petition and ask your friends to sign, as well.”

Piyara Kutta on Change .org: Put and end to the mass killing of street dogs.
“I am starting a email campaign directed towards the government of the state of Himachal Pradesh, India. We will be making a plea on behalf of our partner organization, The Himalayan Nature Society, to put a stop to the mass killing of street dogs and ask the government for their assistance in moving toward building a sustained, healthy population of dogs for the state.”

Plan USA: Ask President Obama to help girls worldwide
“In developing countries around the world millions of girls face daily discrimination. They cannot go to school. They are economically and sexually exploited. They are abandoned at birth. Why? Because they are girls. We know that every girl deserves equal education, legal rights and opportunities. Will you help by signing our petition urging President Obama to support three simple things that will help girls in developing nations?”

Campaign Updates

Defenders of Wildlife: Senate rejects Murkowski amendment to undermine protection for polar bears and other endangered wildlife
“WASHINGTON – This afternoon, the Senate voted to leave intact language in the Omnibus Appropriations bill (HR 1105) that authorizes the Secretary of the Interior and the Secretary of Commerce to withdraw flawed Endangered Species Act regulations adopted by the Bush administration.”

Contests

The PETA Files: ‘Win It’ Wednesday: Plush Baby Seal
“Post a comment below letting us know what you’re doing to help stop the seal slaughter. The response that shows the most initiative will win a plush seal pup. The contest ends on March 25, 2009, and we’ll contact the winner on March 27, 2009. Be sure to read our privacy policy and terms and conditions, as you’re agreeing to both by commenting.”

Veg Cooking Blog: Win ‘The Accidental Vegan’ Cookbook!
“We are giving away three copies of the new edition of The Accidental Vegan, which features more than 20 new recipes! Just tell us why you’re vegan or vegetarian by commenting (choose a reason from the list below), and three winners will be chosen at random. The contest ends on March 30, and we’ll contact the winners by April 3. Be sure to read our privacy policy and terms and conditions, as you’re agreeing to both by commenting. Good luck!”

Newsletters

Vegan Outreach: E-Newsletter, Mar. 11, 2009
“Team Vegan ’09!”

Petitions

No More Travel Abuses by the Department of Homeland Security!

Immediate removal of William Hogarth as United States Commissioner to the IWC

Love dogs? Then Ask your PA Reps to oppose H 671.

‘Round the Interwebz

Greenpeace: Energy [R]evolution: A Sustainable U.S.A. Energy Outlook

Striking at the Roots: Is One-Click Activism Effective?

USA Today: Terrorist watch list hits 1 million

Veg Cooking Blog: St. Patrick’s Day Menu Ideas

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.”

Farm Sanctuary: California Country Hoe Down, Saturday, May 16 & Sunday, May 17, 2009 in Orland, CA
“Farm Sanctuary’s barn doors are swinging wide open for two days of good old-fashioned fun and festivities during our annual Country Hoe Down. Spend a rejuvenating weekend in the countryside with likeminded individuals and our lovable rescued farm animals during this one-of-a-kind conference. [...] The conference costs $45 per person and $20 for children and includes the catered dinner and barn dance. Free, rustic camping is available at the California Shelter on Saturday night only, and hotel accommodations are only a short drive from the sanctuary.”

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.”

Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup, Saturday, September 19, 2009
“Save the date for this year’s Cleanup on September 19, 2009. Official registration doesn’t open until June, so we’ve created a special save the date invitation to remind you why this is so important (you can print it or use it for your computer background). If you don’t currently receive email communications from Ocean Conservancy, you can also sign up for the email list, and we’ll let you know when you can officially register (as well as other easy things you can do to help protect the ocean).”

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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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