A Ship. A Mission. A Movement. Tomorrow, the John Paul DeJoria will be waiting for you in Dublin — not just as a ship, but as a symbol of resistance, courage, and ocean protection. A vessel feared by whalers and loved by defenders of marine life. You’ll walk the decks where ocean heroes stand. You’ll
In April 2025, a legal case in the UK surrounding a proposed poultry megafarm shed light on an issue closer to home than many Irish consumers might think. While the Shropshire farm drew criticism for potential river pollution, Ireland is quietly facing its environmental challenges caused by intensive animal agriculture. With thousands of new intensive
Galway, Ireland—The conversation around animal rights, ethics, and law is evolving, and at the forefront of this change in Ireland is Dr. Maureen O’Sullivan, a lecturer at the University of Galway. Recently featured on the Manada Podcast, Dr. O’Sullivan shared insights into the groundbreaking undergraduate course on Animal Rights, Animal Ethics & Law, the first
We’re excited to have Denis Nealis, a leader in animal rights activism in Ireland. He helped to found Ireland’s first animal political party.🌱 Denis became vegan in 2017 after learning about the grim fate of male chicks in the egg industry. This led him to commit to fighting against Animal Agriculture right away, and he
In today’s rapidly growing vegan market, standing out from the crowd can be challenging. Your resume is your first impression on potential employers, so tailoring it to highlight your passion and expertise in the vegan realm is essential. Dive into this guide to discover how to create the perfect vegan-friendly resume. Understanding the Vegan Job
Introduction Veganism has become more than just a dietary choice; it has evolved into a movement encompassing ethical, environmental, and health considerations. With the ever-increasing number of vegans worldwide, their values often collide with the norms and practices of the non-vegan society. This clash can sometimes lead to an overwhelming emotional experience known as Vystopia.
We know there are huge welfare and environmental issues associated with the Irish dairy industry: widespread water pollution causing the collapse of ecosystems [i]; GHG emissions [ii]; and the less talked about issue of hundreds of thousands of male calves being born and packed off to veal farms in Europe or sent on long and
We recently polled on our Instagram to explore the reasons behind the closure of some vegan businesses, mainly restaurants. We received a range of responses, including mentions of poor management and economic factors. COVID-19 has contributed to the closure of some vegan restaurants in Ireland. The pandemic has had a significant impact on the restaurant
The Minister for Agriculture Charlie McConalogue announced on September 18 that after years of negotiations, Ireland struck a deal with China which would see Ireland exporting sheep meat and live pigs thousands of miles to China. In his announcement, McConalogue described the deal as an “important milestone in gaining access to the Chinese market” and
Late last year the Animal Health and Welfare and Forestry (Miscellaneous Provisions) Bill 2021 (‘the 2021 Bill’) was introduced, effectively banning farming animals for their fur and skin. The 2021 Bill sets out the guidelines for decommissioning and demolishing mink farms, lists the penalties for farming mink, and describes how the mink farmers will be
