Explore the fascinating world of medicinal mushrooms with Juliette Bryant, author and earth wisdom keeper, as she delves into the profound history, modern research, and practical uses of these powerful mushrooms. Discover how mushrooms like Reishi, Chaga, Lion’s Mane, and Psilocybin hold the potential to heal, enhance consciousness, and connect us to the earth.

Join us for an inspiring journey through the myths, science, and healing properties of these “magical” mushrooms and learn how they can support mind, body, and spirit in today’s world.

Come and meet members of the Animal Aid education department and celebrate the festive season with a free glass of bubbly and a vegan mince pie!

Teachers can find out about the free resources and talks we offer.

Speakers can discuss their experiences in the classroom.

Prospective speakers can find out what giving talks in schools involves.

A carefully combined PlantBased Nutritional Lifestyle, may help you regain good health and create an improved sense of wellbeing.

It all comes down to Adding to One’s Lifestyle, One Step at a Time with Guidance, and gradually understanding what you are eating from a Nutritional point of view.

At your own pace, you can learn to take care of your own individual nutritional needs, improving your health and wellbeing with PlantBased Foods.

Every week this bloodsport is taking place under the noses of police.

While the law offers little protection, your local hunt saboteurs put themselves between the hunt and their prey.

Find out about why fox hunting still happens, our techniques for stopping it, and our hopes for ending it.

In our fast-paced world, reaching for caffeinated drinks like coffee or energy drinks can seem like the easiest way to keep up. But what are the real effects of caffeine on our body? This talk explores how regular caffeine consumption impacts our nervous system, contributes to stress and anxiety, and depletes our natural energy reserves, often leading to a cycle of dependency.

Fortunately, there are healthier, plant-based alternatives that offer sustainable energy without the crash or stress side effects of caffeine. Join Dominica as she dives into a variety of natural, vegan energy boosters that nourish the body, support focus, and provide a stable energy flow throughout the day. Discover how herbs and nutrient-rich foods can provide an empowering, energising lift—without the rollercoaster of caffeine. Whether you’re looking for a better start to your morning or a midday refresh, these simple yet powerful options will help you sustain vitality, support balanced energy, and elevate your wellbeing naturally!

A transformative talk that explores the intersection of veganism and martial arts. A journey fuelled by resilience, discipline, and purpose. I’ll be sharing my personal story, a life shaped by a commitment to compassion, physical mastery, and overcoming addiction.

From birth, I’ve never eaten any meat. I discovered martial arts, which became both my philosophy and physical practice. This unique synergy taught me the true meaning of strength – It’s not just muscle but in mind and spirit. I’ll discuss how veganism and martial arts have been transformative forces in my life, fuelling a journey form dependency on alcohol to a place of power and peace of mind.

We’ll dive into ways that veganism and martial arts reinforce each other, both as paths of discipline and ethical living. You’ll learn how martial artists and athletes can thrive on a plant based diet, how veganism fosters a mindset of compassion and endurance, and how these choices have helped me overcome personal challenges.

Viva! has been at the forefront of undercover investigations for the last 30 years. Hear, first-hand, from one of our investigators how we tirelessly fight for animals by exposing the horrendous conditions on British factory farms. The secret the meat, dairy and egg industry doesn’t want you to know! They know everyone who learns the truth about the barbaric conditions the industry tries to hide will change what they buy. We will tell you how Viva!’s undercover investigation changes the view of the public on British high street and beyond.

You cannot have a more controversial topic than what we choose as animal lovers to feed our dogs and cats. We are so blinded by the love that we have for our own pets, that we forget how harmful their food is to not only their health, but also to our wider farmed animals and planetary health.

So should we be feeding our dogs and cats a vegan diet? As a vegan vet, I say that we absolutely should be as we have all the science backing it up!

We will introduce whales as the magical creatures that they are, introduce a little about who we are and how we came about and link it all back to the importance of individual action (ie a plant based diet) in protecting ocean animals too. Entanglement by fishing nets is the largest threat to big whales today.

The holiday period can be a difficult time, filled with relatives that express frustrating views about veganism, politics, climate change (or that simply have irritating personalities.) Dr Ishani Rao, an NHS GP with a special interest in vegan activist mental health, facilitates an interactive discussion about how we can best manage tensions over Christmas, to protect our mental health yet remain effective vegan activists.

Through examining biographical information relating to several influential personalities in mid-twentieth century British animal welfare, this talk will demonstrate that their activism must be understood as an extension of a spiritual worldview which saw humanity as a steward of the natural world and the animal kingdom.

The selected case studies – Lord and Lady Dowding, Michael Fryer and several members of the Vegan Society – have been chosen based on the evidence of shared their spiritual beliefs and the overlap of their campaigns. Highlighting these previously overlooked contributions provides new insight into the diversity and nuances of animal protection work during this period, and challenges the secular view of the animal protection movement as a whole.

Discover the principles and practices of vegan organic growing in this informative session. Whether you’re an aspiring gardener or a seasoned green thumb, this talk will guide you through the fundamentals of cultivating a thriving garden without the use of animal products or synthetic chemicals.
We will explore the following topics:
– The philosophy behind vegan organic growing
– Techniques for building and maintaining nutrient-rich, living soil using plant-based methods
– Pest and disease management without harming beneficial insects and wildlife
– Plant nutrition using plant-derived fertilisers and organic practices
– The work of the Vegan Organic Network in promoting veganic growing
Join us to learn how to grow your own vegetables, fruits, and herbs in a way that harmonises with nature and aligns with a vegan lifestyle. Whether you have a small balcony garden or a spacious backyard, this talk will equip you with the knowledge and inspiration to start your vegan organic growing journey.