Dr Ishani Rao

Scientific evidence to argue a case for veganism

GP and conservation medic Dr Ishani Rao presents the scientific evidence that she uses to educate the NHS about the benefits of a vegan diet. She hopes that this talk will equip you with the facts to best argue a case for adopting a plant-based diet

Your mental health: an interactive discussion

Come and share your thoughts, experiences and perceptions of veganism and mental health in an interactive discussion! A medical doctor with a background in mental health, women’s health and conservation will be facilitating this discussion and Q&A session. The workshops have been incredibly well received at previous conferences and festivals, with brilliant topics being discussed; especially relevant during a time where mental health issues are on the rise. The discussion will focus specifically on veganism and activism mental health, burnout prevention and psychological well-being.

Mental health for activists

A well-received session that is interactive and engages the audience about vegan activist mental health. Activism comes in many forms including writing, music, theatre, outreach and bringing people together with events, so this is a session about how we can best look after ourselves and eachother to avoid burnout.