A talk on hunt sabotage and campaigning

Sue begins by helping the audience understand the different types of pigeons found in the UK — distinguishing between wild and domestic birds. She invites light audience participation with a bit of fun, encouraging everyone to try mimicking pigeon coos and calls.

The tone then shifts as Sue explains the reality of pigeon racing: its hidden cruelty, the widespread exploitation involved, and the urgent need to ban the practice in the UK. Through facts, stories, and compassion, she challenges perceptions and inspires action for these misunderstood birds.

It will be a talk on what has happened at camp during 2025, from winning the Injunction our petitions and what can from the debate in April and what we hope to achieve with the next petition.
The new policing tactics being used outside MBR and the response from the Labour government to the growing public demand to stop animal testing.

Ever wondered how animal rights charities like Viva! develop and produce a campaign? Using the 2025 Dairy is Scary campaign as an example, this talk gives an insight into every stage of an animal rights campaign, from undercover investigations to nationwide outreach tours.

‘Pet’ animals are among the most abused and exploited animals on earth – but they remain a seriously underrepresented topic in the vegan movement. This talk will delve into the reality of what happens to animals who are bred and sold as pets – and show the audience how they can get involved in advocating for them.