Tag Archives: cruelty-free

Veganism

What does “vegan” mean? A vegan is someone who avoids consuming anything which comes from a non-human animal or an insect. This includes chickens, eggs, fish, milk, lobster, and honey. Food Empowerment Project (F.E.P.) promotes veganism for ethical reasons and … Continue reading

Posted in News & Articles | Tagged , , | Leave a comment

Kenya Bans Commercial Slaughter of Donkeys

The East African nation legalised trade in donkey meat and hide in 2012 to meet growing demand in China. Minister Peter Munya said the decision had been a mistake as it had caused the donkey population to fall. Many people … Continue reading

Posted in News & Articles | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

New Jersey Becomes First State Ever to Ban Traveling Wild-Animal Acts

With New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy’s signature, “Nosey’s Law” is officially on the books! Despite a setback for the bill under the former administration, the Garden State is now the first state ever to enact a ban on traveling wild-animal … Continue reading

Posted in News & Articles | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

WOW! 300,000 People Expected to Sign Up for Veganuary in 2019

Without a doubt, 2019 will be the year of the vegan! Veganuary, a charity dedicated to helping people switch to a plant-based diet at the beginning of the year, expects a record-breaking 300,000 people to sign up on its website … Continue reading

Posted in News & Articles | Tagged , , , , | Leave a comment

Popular Grocer Trader Joe’s Goes Cage-Free

Trader Joe’s, one of the nation’s most popular grocery chains, announced its commitment to improving animal welfare in its U.S. supply chain by switching to 100 percent cage-free eggs. Trader Joe’s says this transition will take place by 2020 in … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , | Leave a comment