We’re excited to have Denis Nealis, a leader in animal rights activism in Ireland. He helped to found Ireland’s first animal political party.š± Denis became vegan in 2017 after learning about the grim fate of male chicks in the egg industry. This led him to commit to fighting against Animal Agriculture right away, and he
In today’s rapidly growing vegan market, standing out from the crowd can be challenging. Your resume is your first impression on potential employers, so tailoring it to highlight your passion and expertise in the vegan realm is essential. Dive into this guide to discover how to create the perfect vegan-friendly resume. Understanding the Vegan Job
Introduction Veganism has become more than just a dietary choice; it has evolved into a movement encompassing ethical, environmental, and health considerations. With the ever-increasing number of vegans worldwide, their values often collide with the norms and practices of the non-vegan society. This clash can sometimes lead to an overwhelming emotional experience known as Vystopia.Ā
We know there are huge welfare and environmental issues associated with the Irish dairy industry: widespread water pollution causing the collapse of ecosystems [i]; GHG emissions [ii]; and the less talked about issue of hundreds of thousands of male calves being born and packed off to veal farms in Europe or sent on long and
We recently polled on our Instagram to explore the reasons behind the closure of some vegan businesses, mainly restaurants. We received a range of responses, including mentions of poor management and economic factors. COVID-19 has contributed to the closure of some vegan restaurants in Ireland. The pandemic has had a significant impact on the restaurant
The Minister for Agriculture Charlie McConalogue announced on September 18 that after years of negotiations, Ireland struck a deal with China which would see Ireland exporting sheep meat and live pigs thousands of miles to China. In his announcement, McConalogue described the deal as an āimportant milestone in gaining access to the Chinese marketā and
Late last year the Animal Health and Welfare and Forestry (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2021 (āthe 2021 Billā) was introduced, effectively banning farming animals for their fur and skin. The 2021 Bill sets out the guidelines for decommissioning and demolishing mink farms, lists the penalties for farming mink, and describes how the mink farmers will be
In recent months two different questions concerning zoos have been swirling around the national and international news cycles. In Ireland, and specifically Dublin, there has been a considerable amount of attention paid to the Dublin Zoo and questions around parking available in Phoenix Park. Internationally, news of theĀ Nonhuman Rights ProjectĀ (NhRP) case has been circulating. NhRP
The complete lack of any regulation of the exotic pet trade is a major concern and oversight which impacts not only the animals themselves, but also humans and local ecosystems. This article will first explain exactly what an exotic pet is and then analyse why the lack of legislation is a major issue which needs
Roseane is a yoga instructor who runs āMai Ram Irelandā, a classical yoga method. Today weāve asked her to share some of her yoga experiences. Keep reading to find out what classical yoga is, its benefits, and more. What are the benefits of yoga practice? The benefits of yoga practice depend on the quality of
