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As part of our Vegan and Thriving campaign, we’re celebrating our incredible vegan community, the many reasons people are proud to be vegan and the stories that connect us to help inspire others to proudly live vegan! 

For a chance to feature and inspire others, please email campaigns[at]vegansociety[dot]com and to find out more about our Vegan and Thriving campaign, check out our campaign page. 

William

Cambridge, UK 

Living in Japan challenged me to rethink my relationship with food and my values. Going vegan while living away from home wasn’t always easy, but I’m proud I made the decision and discovered my true compassion for animals.

Manfred 

Barbados, Caribbean 

I’ve been proudly vegan for 12 years. It’s deepened my appreciation for the natural world and all animals. I’ve tried so many incredible dishes, one of my favourites being spiced cassava pone which is a traditional Caribbean dessert!

Tolga

Lisbon, Portugal

Going fully vegan right from the beginning was the most natural and best choice I’ve ever made. I’m so proud to be part of the vegan community because living consistently with my values brings so much light into my life.

Natasha

London, UK 

I was vegetarian from the age of four and at 41 I went vegan after learning more about dairy and the impact on cows. It was easier than I expected and nine years later, I’m incredibly proud of that choice.

Sandra

Sandra
North Wales, UK

I’m proud to be vegan because it reflects my belief that compassion matters – to animals, our planet and ourselves. After eight years, veganism is more than food it’s a lifestyle that aligns with my values and brings me joy.

Justine

Metz, France  

I’m proud to be vegan. Choosing compassion has changed how I see the world and my place in it. I travel in my van and wherever I go I speak up for animals because every sentient being deserves kindness.

Ishani

London, UK

I’m proud to be vegan to protect animals, the planet, my patients as an NHS doctor, and my own wellbeing. Going vegan ten years ago was an easy choice and my only regret is not doing going vegan sooner.

Jessica

Jessica stroking a pig basking in the sun
Sheffield, UK 

As a proud vegan, nothing feels better than knowing I’m not contributing to animal suffering. I use my social platforms to celebrate veganism and inspire others to appreciate our planet and the connection between every being.

Andrew

Wiltshire, UK

I'm proud to be vegan because it means my love for animals is represented in my everyday actions. As a private vegan chef, I feel more connected with myself and the world around me than I ever did before.

Malcolm

Malcom in cycling gear in front of vegan sign
Lincoln, UK 

As a vegan cyclist, I’m proud to show that a vegan diet is not a barrier to athletic performance. When I head up into the mountains in my vegan cyclists jersey, I’m showing everyone that we can go the distance.

Pippa

Brighton, UK

I’m proud to be vegan as I believe all animals have an equal right to live a happy life free of exploitation. My job as an animal care assistant at a rescue sanctuary enables me to live out this dream.

Kerrie

Devon, UK

Dory, my soulmate cat, inspired me to become vegan. She taught me how precious and intelligent animals are. I’m so proud to keep her memory alive by showing all animals the same love, respect, and kindness I gave her.

Mariana

Buenos Aires, Argentina

What makes me most proud is seeing animals for who they truly are: sentient beings with their own lives, beyond what society teaches us. Being vegan has deepened my sensitivity and empathy and given me the courage to share their

Keith

Windsor, UK

I’m an educator, DJ and proud vegan! I’ve been vegan for decades and the biggest benefits for me are feeling fitter, as I cycle daily and connecting with like-minded individuals as I often DJ at local vegan cafés and venues.

Jenny

London, UK

I went vegan at 16 after a fellow camper at theatre summer camp explained veganism to me. Eleven years on, I’m proud to be vegan because it allows me to live out my values through my everyday choices.

Fleur

Fleur
Thane City, India

I am proud to be vegan because it takes real courage. Facing peer pressure, social stigma and a world that normalises animal exploitation can be so hard, but I take great pride in putting my beliefs into action.

Debra

Debra smiling from chair
Northamptonshire, UK 

I’ve supported animal sanctuaries for years and meeting animals with individual personalities reminds me why I’m proud to have been vegan for 11 years. My son has also decided to go vegan at 21 and I couldn't be happier!

Ronnie 

Ronnie with his rescued rat companion, Dennis
Kidderminster, UK 

After 54 years of being vegan, I’ve seen the movement grow in ways I never could have imagined. I’m so proud to be vegan, to speak up for animals and take part in outreach to share why veganism matters.

Joanna

Joanna with animal companion dog, Maisie.
Hertfordshire, UK

I'm 40 and proud to have been vegan since I was 15. Inspired by Benjamin Zephaniah and Moby's CD essays on veganism, I can't imagine another way of living. It’s such a privilege to have watched the community grow!

Dominika

Dominika with a sanctuary chicken
Wrocław, Poland 

After 14 years of being vegan, I’m proud of how it has changed the way I see the world. It’s taught me to look beyond myself, question what I accept as normal and live in line with my values.

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