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.

Breaking: Feds Catch ‘Chimp Crazy’ Villain Tonia Haddix Hiding ANOTHER Chimpanzee
Breaking: Feds Catch ‘Chimp Crazy’ Villain Tonia Haddix Hiding ANOTHER Chimpanzee

The court is fed up—and so is PETA. Learn who the authorities just found in Tonia Haddix’s basement!

Exciting Victories for Animals in Labs in 2024—and How PETA Made Them Happen
Exciting Victories for Animals in Labs in 2024—and How PETA Made Them Happen

2024 was a good year for animal-free science, thanks to PETA and our passionate supporters. Here are some of our most exciting accomplishments this year!

From Arrested ‘Pigs’ to Glen Powell Selfies: See PETA’s Protest Highlights of 2024!
From Arrested ‘Pigs’ to Glen Powell Selfies: See PETA’s Protest Highlights of 2024!

This year, PETA and our dedicated supporters went all out to raise hell for animals. See our protest highlights from 2024!

‘Run for Corky’s Freedom’: PETA’s 150-Mile Relay to Demand That SeaWorld Release the Longest-Held Captive Orca Into a Seaside Sanctuary
‘Run for Corky’s Freedom’: PETA’s 150-Mile Relay to Demand That SeaWorld Release the Longest-Held Captive Orca Into a Seaside Sanctuary

Time is running out for Corky, the longest-held captive orca in the world—so PETA ran 150 miles to demand her freedom. Check out the highlights from our sensational relay!

Kensington Tallman of ‘Inside Out 2’ Knows That Every Animal Has Feelings
Kensington Tallman of ‘Inside Out 2’ Knows That Every Animal Has Feelings

“Inside Out 2” star Kensington Tallman doesn’t just FEEL empathy for animals—she lives it. Check out her new ad with PETA!

Limbani the Chimpanzee Rescued! See How ‘Chimp Crazy’ and PETA Pressure Helped Lead to This Amazing Victory
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Limbani the Chimpanzee Rescued! See How ‘Chimp Crazy’ and PETA Pressure Helped Lead to This Amazing Victory

Victory! Find out how HBO’s “Chimp Crazy” and an escalating campaign by PETA helped secure the rescue of another exploited chimpanzee.

Credit: Save the Chimps
Actor James Cromwell Trashed a Lifetime Achievement Award From the Humane Society—Read His Powerful Op-Ed to Find Out Why
Actor James Cromwell Trashed a Lifetime Achievement Award From the Humane Society—Read His Powerful Op-Ed to Find Out Why

James Cromwell put his Lifetime Achievement Award from the Humane Society of the United States exactly where it belongs—in the trash. Read his powerful op-ed here to find out why.

‘Stellar’ News! PETA’s 2024 ‘Person of the Year’ Goes To…
Personal Care & Fashion
‘Stellar’ News! PETA’s 2024 ‘Person of the Year’ Goes To…

A “stellabration” is in order! THIS luxury designer and animal-friendly fashion pioneer is PETA’s 2024 ‘Person of the Year.’

‘Viva la Vegan Revolución!’ Gojira’s Joe Duplantier Raises a Fist for Animal Rights
‘Viva la Vegan Revolución!’ Gojira’s Joe Duplantier Raises a Fist for Animal Rights

No, they’re not the the King of Monsters ravaging Japan. The lead vocalist of heavy metal band Gojira is a king for animals!

Photo: © Matthew Salacuse
A Prisoner Since Birth: Keto the Orca Dies at Loro Parque
A Prisoner Since Birth: Keto the Orca Dies at Loro Parque

Don’t let Keto the orca’s death be another number on the long list of animals who have died at cruel marine parks—learn his story, then take action.

Horses and Camels Beaten and Exploited in the Blistering Heat in Egypt’s Tourism Industry—James Cromwell Calls For Action!
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Horses and Camels Beaten and Exploited in the Blistering Heat in Egypt’s Tourism Industry—James Cromwell Calls For Action!

James Cromwell thinks that animal-abusing tourist sites belong “Six Feet Under.” Find out what he said in a letter to the Egyptian government, and watch PETA’s latest mini documentary.

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Hey, Tourists: That Civet Cat Poop Coffee Hurts Animals and Might Kill Us All
Hey, Tourists: That Civet Cat Poop Coffee Hurts Animals and Might Kill Us All

Hey, tourists: Wake up and smell the cruelty. Find out what PETA Asia found on farms that produce kopi luwak, aka “civet cat poop coffee.”

‘Battlestar Galactica’s’ Edward James Olmos Joins Forces With PETA to Urge Congress to End Funding of Foreign Experiments on Animals
‘Battlestar Galactica’s’ Edward James Olmos Joins Forces With PETA to Urge Congress to End Funding of Foreign Experiments on Animals

THIS “Mayans M.C.” star wants Congress to end the funding of experiments on animals in laboratories overseas in “one fast move.” Find out what he said in a new PETA video.

A Kitten Abandoned in Garbage Got Life-Saving Treatment and a New Home: See the Animals Eduxanima Helped in a Month
A Kitten Abandoned in Garbage Got Life-Saving Treatment and a New Home: See the Animals Eduxanima Helped in a Month

In a single month, the PETA-supported group in Romania, Eduxanima, helped hundreds of dogs and cats across the country. Meet the animals whose lives were turned around thanks to their vital work.

No More Meat Industry Malarkey! PETA Pushes President Biden to End Shameful Turkey Pardon Before Oval Office Exit
No More Meat Industry Malarkey! PETA Pushes President Biden to End Shameful Turkey Pardon Before Oval Office Exit

Before President Joe Biden exits the Oval Office, PETA is asking him to end a cruel factory farming industry stunt.

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