Category: Activism
Wearing Hazmat Suits and High Heels, PETA Turns Heads Outside Hermès Store in NYC
After Hermès executives refused to address PETA’s question at the company’s annual meeting, we called in some reinforcements wearing hazmat suits and high heels.
From Coast to Coast, Students Call On SeaWorld to ‘Empty the Tanks’
With protests in Orlando, Florida; San Antonio; and San Diego, the youth-led group Students Opposing Speciesism let SeaWorld know it’s in deep water for keeping animals in lockdown for life.
Don’t Let Animal Rights Activist Monserrat Zacatelco’s Death Be in Vain
Everyone who knew Monserrat Zacatelco describes her as a fearless fighter for a better world for animals. In honor of her memory, we must be fearless for animals, too.
Catch This: Here’s Why PETA Wants You to Go on a Fishing Excursion … for Trash
Can fishing be kind to animals? Yes—if it involves hooking trash, not trout! Find out how you can take part in this fun, fish-friendly hobby.
14 Ways to Make Your Stimulus Check Count for Animals
An extra $1,400 might not be a lifesaver for you—but it could be for an animal with little or nothing. Here are some ideas that “pay it forward”!
Keep Urban Outfitters on the Hook for Using Leather, Wool, and Down
Join Students Opposing Speciesism in using hanger tags to show Urban Outfitters the true cost of animal-derived clothing.
Students, Level Up Your Activism—Sign Up Now for SOS’ Spring Retreat
Now’s your chance to network with other student activists and brainstorm, strategize, and plan ways to end speciesism. Register now—the first 100 people to sign up will get exclusive freebies!
Words of Wisdom From 10 Women of Color Who Speak Up for Animals
Animal rights activism is not a “white thing,” and these remarkable women of color prove it. Get to know them—and get inspired.
This Teen Raised Thousands of Dollars to Help Homeless Animals—We’re Inspired!
Despite battling cancer, this 14-year-old has dedicated her time and energy to raising thousands of dollars for animals. She’s an inspiration for kids and adults alike.
Some Things Need to Stop Spreading, but Goodwill Isn’t One of Them
If it’s true that the squeaky wheel gets the grease, then those who seek justice must squeak. Here’s how you can seize opportunities to do just that.
Victory for Dogs! ExxonMobil to Drop Iditarod After Massive PETA Campaign
Dogs deserve better than being run to death for mushers’ prize money, and ExxonMobil has acknowledged this truth. The gas giant says it won’t renew its Iditarod sponsorship.
PETA’s Company of the Year Award Goes to Maggie Baird’s Support + Feed
One activist stepped up to save local vegan restaurants and feed those in need during a worldwide pandemic. Here’s why her company won a major PETA award.
France Ends Mink Farming, Dolphinariums, and the Use of Animals in Circuses
Thanks to activists like you, France has just ushered in a new compassionate era with three huge victories for animals suffering in captivity.
Full-Page Ad Calls For Complete Egg Boycott, Blasts Walmart Supplier
PETA’s ad reminds consumers that they have the power to make a change and end the needless suffering of hens by boycotting eggs now.
‘Our Jenny’: PETA Honors Late Animal Advocate With Action for Animals
More than all the candles, flowers, tears, and words in the world, Jenny would have wanted anyone honoring her memory to do so by showing kindness to animals.
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“Almost all of us grew up eating meat, wearing leather, and going to circuses and zoos. We never considered the impact of these actions on the animals involved. For whatever reason, you are now asking the question: Why should animals have rights?” READ MORE
— Ingrid E. Newkirk, PETA President and co-author of Animalkind