Elena

Elena developed an interest in animal rights in high school after she was given a copy of Peter Singer’s Animal Liberation, which encouraged her to combine her passion for writing with her hunger for animal liberation. After graduating from Colorado State University in Fort Collins, she joined PETA’s content team so that she could make a bigger impact for animals while working alongside inspiring, like-minded people. In her free time, she enjoys playing guitar, skateboarding, thrifting, and adding to her vast collection of vegan skincare and makeup products.

Summer 2025 Makeup Trends Are Blooming—Here Are Some Vegan Staples You’ll Need to Achieve This Season’s Hottest Looks
Personal Care & Fashion
Summer 2025 Makeup Trends Are Blooming—Here Are Some Vegan Staples You’ll Need to Achieve This Season’s Hottest Looks

Ready to shine this season? Discover the must-have vegan products to help you perfect the hottest summer 2025 makeup trends!

Smoky, Saucy, and Snackable: Vegan BBQ Bites to Fire Up Your Summer Snack Game
Food
Smoky, Saucy, and Snackable: Vegan BBQ Bites to Fire Up Your Summer Snack Game

Craving a sweet, smoky bite? These vegan BBQ chips, filling appetizers, and other crave-worthy snacks channel all the backyard cookout vibes.

Jackpot! Las Vegas Is Getting Kinder to Animals
Jackpot! Las Vegas Is Getting Kinder to Animals

From animal acts disappearing from the Strip to seedy exhibitors shutting down, Las Vegas is getting kinder to animals.

Hellboy Says ‘Hell No’ to Fireworks: Ron Perlman Stars in New PETA PSA to Keep Animals Safe on the Fourth
Hellboy Says ‘Hell No’ to Fireworks: Ron Perlman Stars in New PETA PSA to Keep Animals Safe on the Fourth

THIS “Hellboy” says “hell no” to Fourth of July fireworks. Check PETA’s new PSA starring Ron Perlman and his companion dogs. Then, take action!

Wu-Tang Clan’s Masta Killa Says Going Vegan IS Something to F’ With in New PETA Campaign
Wu-Tang Clan’s Masta Killa Says Going Vegan IS Something to F’ With in New PETA Campaign

He may be known as Masta Killa, but when it comes to animals, this Wu-Tang Clan member and vegan is all heart.

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The Youngest Orca at SeaWorld Is Dead—The Other Dolphins and Whales Still Suffering There Need You to Act NOW!
The Youngest Orca at SeaWorld Is Dead—The Other Dolphins and Whales Still Suffering There Need You to Act NOW!

Another orca has died far too young at SeaWorld. Learn her story and find out how YOU can help us save the animals still suffering there.

Ending the Bullfight: How PETA Latino Is Taking Action Across Mexico
Ending the Bullfight: How PETA Latino Is Taking Action Across Mexico

From Querétaro to Guanajuato, PETA Latino is taking the anti-bullfighting front to the streets to end bullfighting in Mexico. Check it out!

15 Vegan Protein Snacks That Deliver
Personal Care & Fashion
15 Vegan Protein Snacks That Deliver

Whether you’re powering through a workout, hustling through your workday, or just craving something satisfying, these high-protein vegan snacks have you covered.

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Sugar, Spice, and Everything Nice: 7 ‘Swicy’ Vegan Snacks to Upgrade Your Snack Game
Food
Sugar, Spice, and Everything Nice: 7 ‘Swicy’ Vegan Snacks to Upgrade Your Snack Game

Sugar, spice, and everything nice—“swicy” is the crave-worthy combo heating up the snack world, and if you like a bold kick of flavor, you’ll love THESE vegan bites!

5 Vegan Creatine Brands to Fuel Your Workouts
Personal Care & Fashion
5 Vegan Creatine Brands to Fuel Your Workouts

Looking to power up your workouts? Get the scoop on what vegan creatine is, what it can do for you, and which brands to try.

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Lip Service: 5 Vegan and Cruelty-Free Lip Masks That Go Above and Beyond
Personal Care & Fashion
Lip Service: 5 Vegan and Cruelty-Free Lip Masks That Go Above and Beyond

Mwah! Kiss your dry, chapped lips goodbye and say “hello” to smooth, supple smoochers with these 5 vegan and cruelty-free lip masks.

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‘Dancing With the Stars’ Darling Sasha Farber Steps Up for Cats and Dogs in Delightful PETA Campaign Starring His Adopted Pup 
Animal Companions
‘Dancing With the Stars’ Darling Sasha Farber Steps Up for Cats and Dogs in Delightful PETA Campaign Starring His Adopted Pup 

“Dancing With the Stars” darling Sasha Farber and his dance partner pup Ruby are hitting the dancefloor in a delightful new PETA ad. Check it out!

Clarissa Molina ‘Dies’ in Hot Car to Highlight Deadly Danger for Dogs in New PETA Latino Video
Clarissa Molina ‘Dies’ in Hot Car to Highlight Deadly Danger for Dogs in New PETA Latino Video

Even “just a minute” in a hot car can be fatal—and with summer well underway, PETA Latino’s urgent PSA starring actor and personality Clarissa Molina is more important than ever.

Sofía Sisniega Bares the Naked Truth in PETA Ad for World Environment Day: Leather Kills
Sofía Sisniega Bares the Naked Truth in PETA Ad for World Environment Day: Leather Kills

No calves on THESE calves! In a flashy PETA ad on World Environment Day, Sofía Sisniega is baring the naked truth about leather.

Mercy, Not Murder: PETA’s Campaign to Urge the Catholic Church to Condemn Bullfighting
Mercy, Not Murder: PETA’s Campaign to Urge the Catholic Church to Condemn Bullfighting

With the election of Pope Leo XIV, PETA is continuing our plea to the Vatican to cut ties with the bloody bullfighting industry. See how we’re spreading a divine message of compassion.

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