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.

PETA Urges Gucci’s Owner to Stop Peddling Skins Stolen From Violently Slaughtered Snakes
PETA Urges Gucci’s Owner to Stop Peddling Skins Stolen From Violently Slaughtered Snakes

Kering can claim to care about animal welfare all it wants, but it can’t slither away from the truth: There’s no such thing as “humane” exotic skins.

Video: Foal of Rescued Horse Turns Soccer Prodigy—See His Impressive Footwork!
Video: Foal of Rescued Horse Turns Soccer Prodigy—See His Impressive Footwork!

Watch this young foal impress his sanctuary caretakers with his prodigious soccer skills. Thanks to help from PETA India and Animal Rahat, he’s safe, loved, and doing what he loves most.

Victory! Hadi Shrine Circus Will No Longer Exploit Elephants in Its Shows
Victory! Hadi Shrine Circus Will No Longer Exploit Elephants in Its Shows

Great news! Following a vigorous PETA campaign, a notorious circus will finally stop exploiting elephants in its acts.

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GreaterGood Scraps ‘Humane’ Claims Following a Warning From PETA
GreaterGood Scraps ‘Humane’ Claims Following a Warning From PETA

After a warning from PETA, a nonprofit has chosen transparency for the greater good. Now we’re urging the organization to stand by its values by going vegan.

From Seedling to Superstar: 20 Years of Vegan Inspiration From PETA’s Mascot
From Seedling to Superstar: 20 Years of Vegan Inspiration From PETA’s Mascot

It’s International Carrot Day! PETA’s vivacious veggie mascot Chris P. Carrot is rooting for everyone to join him in his mission to save animals and the planet.

The Wyld Jungle: An Illegal Roadside Zoo Where Animals Are Harassed for Viral Content
The Wyld Jungle: An Illegal Roadside Zoo Where Animals Are Harassed for Viral Content

The influencer behind an illegal roadside zoo known as The Wyld Jungle continues to harass animals for views. After his latest cruel stunt, PETA snapped back with an unforgettable message.

Before a Bullfight: 8 Ways Bulls Are Abused Before They Step Into a Ring
Before a Bullfight: 8 Ways Bulls Are Abused Before They Step Into a Ring

In a typical bullfight, the odds are heavily stacked against defenseless, disoriented bulls. But did you know their suffering starts long before they even enter a ring?

Mexico’s Homeless-Animal Crisis Is a Huge Problem—Here’s How PETA’s ‘Fixing’ It
Animal Companions
Mexico’s Homeless-Animal Crisis Is a Huge Problem—Here’s How PETA’s ‘Fixing’ It

In Chichimilá and Cancún, Mexico, scores of companion animals rolled up in style to PETA’s free spay/neuter clinics. Help us continue this vital work!

Who’s Who in ‘The Failed Experiment’—Stream the Groundbreaking Docuseries Now FREE on YouTube
Who’s Who in ‘The Failed Experiment’—Stream the Groundbreaking Docuseries Now FREE on YouTube

Meet the remarkable experts and animal rights advocates taking center stage in PETA’s new groundbreaking docuseries, “The Failed Experiment,” now available for free on YouTube.

After SeaQuest Makes Headlines for Cruelty, the Company Files for Bankruptcy
After SeaQuest Makes Headlines for Cruelty, the Company Files for Bankruptcy

ABC investigations left many shocked about neglect at SeaQuest. PETA has the latest on the shameful, shoddy Folsom facility.

U.S. Animal Shelters Are Facing an Unprecedented Surge of Cats and Dogs—Help Us ‘Fix’ the Crisis!
U.S. Animal Shelters Are Facing an Unprecedented Surge of Cats and Dogs—Help Us ‘Fix’ the Crisis!

PETA’s viral “Just Spay Me” campaign is back by popular demand. Help us “snip” companion animal overpopulation in the bud!

Breaking Victory! African Union Bans Violent Donkey-Skin Trade
Breaking Victory! African Union Bans Violent Donkey-Skin Trade

Victory! The African Union has just passed a monumental decision that will spare countless donkeys from being violently killed for their skins.

Don’t Go ‘Bacon’ My Heart! PETA Spreads Love With Vegan BLTs on Valentine’s Day
Don’t Go ‘Bacon’ My Heart! PETA Spreads Love With Vegan BLTs on Valentine’s Day

To spread love for our fellow animals on Valentine’s Day, PETA’s cupids traded in their bows and arrows for something tastier.

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Roadside Zoos on Notice as PETA Keeps the Pressure On
Roadside Zoos on Notice as PETA Keeps the Pressure On

As long as animals suffer at roadside zoos, we’ll work relentlessly to shut these facilities down. Here’s how our complaints have led to federal crackdowns.

Chucking Cruel Traditions: The Village of Babylon Marks Groundhog Day in an Animal-Friendly Way
Chucking Cruel Traditions: The Village of Babylon Marks Groundhog Day in an Animal-Friendly Way

This groundbreaking groundhog mascot predicted something better than the weather: She forecasted a season of compassion for our fellow animals!

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