A supportive community is a vital component for sustaining your choice to move toward a plant-based diet. A 2014 study by Faunalytics showed that many people who have moved away from vegan and vegetarian eating were lacking that like-minded community, feeling uncomfortable that they stuck out from their usual crowd.
At CAA, we strive to provide community for anyone interested in a more compassionate lifestyle. We welcome everyone no matter where you are on the path, and we hope that you feel encouraged as you get to know others who are making the same compassionate choices.
Our recent event with Dr. Michael Greger was proof positive that this sense of community is essential. For that event, we had more than 230 people come together to learn about plant-based nutrition. They were not only learning something valuable, but they also had the validating experience of being with hundreds of others who are interested in the same things. It’s very inspiring, even for those of us who have been involved with the animal protection movement for a long time. Check out these photos from the event and see for yourself.
We have a couple upcoming events that offer new opportunities for community building: our February Potluck on Sunday, February 21 and our 7th Annual Vegan Chili Cook-Off on Sunday, February 28. And for an extra boost of involvement, consider volunteering at the Chili Cook-Off.
If you can’t make it to our live events, you always have the option to engage with our online community. Our social media platforms, including Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, are other good ways to stay connected and motivated.
For the animals,
Unny Nambudiripad
p.s. To learn more about the topic of community building to prevent recidivism, check out this article by Vegan Outreach.