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Local and International Contacts

Purpose of Contacts:

• To promote veganism and the Vegan Society at a local level
• To support and encourage veganism everywhere

Activities of Contacts:

What all contacts do:

• Keep in touch with the Coordinator
• Respond helpfully to enquiries and referring them to the Coordinator or to the Vegan Society Office when necessary.
• Promote the Vegan Society (in accordance with any guidelines).

Possible areas of activity:

• Running or being a member of a local group
• Arranging social eating events
• Stalls and free food fairs
• Street collections
• Cookery demonstrations
• Pro-active media work
• Talks (including showing videos)
• Sponsored events
• Encouraging other to join the Society
• Publicizing World Vegan Day

Criteria for Appointment

• Vegan for a minimum of 6 months
• Full membership of the Society
• A contact telephone number
• If a c/o address or email address is given it is best if it is checked regularly
• A minimum age of 16
• Enthusiasm and a positive and helpful approach

Support and Coordination

• New Contacts receive a start-up pack which includes leaflets, catalogues and relevant literature.
• New Contacts are offered an initial free mailout of up to 200 members in their area — provided that the material to be posted is first cleared with the Coordinator or an Information Officer at the Head Office.
• Contacts are entitled to discounts on Society publications and merchandise.
• Contacts receive regular news updates and a World Vegan Day Pack at the appropriate time.
• Contacts are encouraged to contact the Coordinator or an Information Officer when advice is required, preferably by e-mail.
• Contacts are encouraged to attend the AGM and regional meetings.