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The Vegan Society of Ireland promotes veganism as an ethical and sustainable lifestyle choice, advocates for animal rights and educates the public about the impact of their choices on other species and the environment. Registered Charity No.: 20035389.
๐จ Amazing news โ your donation just got TWICE as powerful! ๐จ Thanks to a group of generous supporters, every donation to the Vegan Society of Ireland will be DOUBLED. ๐ฅณ โฅ๏ธ + โฅ๏ธ = โฅ๏ธโฅ๏ธ ๐ Tap the link to double your impact for animals today: vegansociety.ie?donate=true
Are you going to Fรฉile Vegan 2026? ๐ฑ๐๐จโ๐ฉโ๐ฆ๐๐ช๐ง๐ฐ๐ง๐น๐ผ๐ง๐ค๐ฅ๐ธ๐ป๐๐ 14โ16 August (Friday to Sunday) in County Carlow at Lisnavagh House The VSI is delighted to have a stand again this year. Hope to see you there! ๐ For more information ๐ feilevegan.ie
Yearly Recurring option now available with our Standard Memberships, only โฌ25 per year! vegansociety.ie/membership/ As a member of the Vegan Society of Ireland, you will be able to receive discounts at a number of shops, restaurants and businesses all over Ireland and beyond. ๐๏ธ๐ด
We've now started work on our new Restaurant Campaign! Over the next few months, our team is planning to reach out to hundreds of restaurants all over Ireland that don't currently cater for vegans, encouraging them to put vegan options on their menus. ๐ด๐ฑ
This January, South Dublin County Council (SDCC) joined organisations around the world in embracing the Veganuary Workplace Challenge, encouraging staff to explore the benefits of plant-based living. ๐ฑ
๐ Happy Earth Day! There is no better moment to reflect on the choices we make for our planet, and one of the most powerful changes you can make is going vegan.
Lamb's flesh is most profitable around Easter time, so farmers induce pregnancies unnaturally early in the year, meaning some of the babies die because they are unable to withstand the freezing temperatures of winter.
Our Spring ๐ธ newsletter has just gone out to all our members and subscribers. To receive our newsletter you can join or renew your membership, or subscribe to our newsletter. ๐ฑ vegansociety.ie/membership/ ๐ฑ vegansociety.ie/newsletter-s... Check your spam folder if you didn't receive it!
Easter is just around the corner! ๐ Whether you're new to plant-based living or a long-time vegan, our Vegan Easter Guide has everything you need for a compassionate, joyful and absolutely delicious celebration with the whole family! ๐ฑ Check it out here: vegansociety.ie/vegan-easter...
Struggling to find great vegan options when you eat out? Let's fix that!๐ด The Vegan Society of Ireland is gathering feedback from our community to help us encourage more restaurants, cafes and hotels to add better vegan options to their menus.๐ฑ
๐ฅณWelcome Rachel Pilkington, our newest VSI member! ๐ Rachel is an Irish actress, environmental activist and a passionate vegan advocate. We are delighted to welcome her to the Vegan Society of Ireland community.
Did you know that 6% of people aged 25 to 34 in Ireland identify as vegan? ๐ฑ Our latest national survey highlights changing eating habits across the country and offers insight into how attitudes to food are evolving. ๐
The Vhi Women's Mini Marathon ENTRIES ARE NOW OPEN today, Wednesday, 4 March. Register today to secure your spot on the start line for the Best Time Ever! ๐โโ๏ธ Join our team for the Vhi Women's Mini Marathon 2026! ๐ฑ www.idonate.ie/team/vhiwome...
The Vhi Women's Mini Marathon GENERAL SALE LAUNCHES tomorrow, Wednesday, 4 March. ๐โโ๏ธ Join our team for the Vhi Women's Mini Marathon 2026! ๐ฑ www.idonate.ie/team/vhiwome...
Student membership for just โฌ5? Yes, really. ๐๐ฑโจ Are you a student who cares about animals ๐พ, the planet ๐ and creating positive change? Join the Vegan Society of Ireland for only โฌ5 per year.
A Guide to a Vegan Valentineโs Day ๐ For those celebrating Valentineโs Day on 14 February, weโve created a guide filled with thoughtful ideas for a compassionate, cruelty-free celebration. With these tips, you can make your Valentineโs Day meaningful, memorable and aligned with your values...
Did you know that itโs much cheaper and more cost-effective to buy groceries as a vegan? There is a myth that eating vegan food costs more. When people say vegan food is expensive, it is worth checking the numbers. ๐งพ
๐๏ธJanuary may be over, but you can sign up for Veganuary year-round! ๐ If you are not vegan yet and want to make a positive change, sign up and take the Veganuary pledge. Letโs help build a kinder and greener future for Ireland. ๐๐ฑ Sign up here ๐ veganuary.com/ie/partner/v...
Go Vegan for the Planet ๐ Did you know that the way we eat and live has a huge impact on the health of our planet? Animal agriculture is a major driver of environmental damage, contributing to biodiversity loss, deforestation, pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. ๐๏ธ๐๐ณ๐ญ
The Irish Anti-Vivisection Society (IAVS) has shared new official figures that show that more than 112,000 animals were used in experiments in Ireland in 2024, an increase compared with 2023. Most were mice, but guinea pigs, pigs, dogs, horses, goats and others were also used. ๐๐๐๐๐๐พ๐
Veganuary is the perfect time to get inspired in the kitchen. โจ Check out these lovely recipes shared by our members, volunteers and vegan-friendly businesses.๐ฑ๐ฝ๏ธ Take a look and try something new: vegansociety.ie/tag/recipes/ Tag us if you make one โ we would love to see it! ๐
Why Should I Go Vegan? Veganism is rooted in compassion and justice for animals. Choosing a vegan lifestyle means rejecting the use and killing of animals for food, clothing, testing or any other purpose. Learn why going vegan matters for animal rights and how your choices can help reduce suffering.
Need a little extra Veganuary support? ๐ We have a friendly Facebook group where you can connect with others online ๐ www.facebook.com/groups/vegan... Members are encouraged to post things like recipes, photos of your own cooking and baking, vegan products and lifestyle tips, etc.
Already vegan? You can take part in Veganuary, too! ๐ฑ Everyone who signs up receives daily emails with meal ideas, tasty recipes and helpful information that highlights why the food we choose matters.๐ฉ Sign up here veganuary.com/ie/partner/v... Learn more: www.vegansociety.ie & www.veganuary.com
The Veganuary Workplace Challenge ๐ฑ๐ผ Would you like to get your workplace involved with Veganuary? Find out more and download the guide here: veganuary.com/get-involved... Irish Workplace Challenge participants can also register to receive Veganuary emails via: veganuary.com/ie/partner/v... ๐ฎ๐ช๐ฉ
Looking for somewhere to eat this Veganuary? ๐ฑ๐ฝ๏ธ We have a growing list of restaurants across Ireland offering plant-based options this Veganuary: vegansociety.ie/veganuary-re... Keep an eye out and support restaurants going plant-based this January. ๐
Wishing all our members, volunteers and followers a very Happy New Year! โจThank you for your support during the year and hereโs to a fantastic 2026. ๐
Wishing all our members, volunteers and followers a very Happy Christmas! ๐โจ Thank you for your support during the year ๐๐ฑ #VeganChristmas #PlantBasedChristmas #VSI #VeganSocietyOfIreland #Vegans #Vegan #GoVegan #IrishVegans #VegansIreland #VeganLife #VeganSocietyIreland #PlantBased #AnimalRights
๐ New Survey of the Irish Population's Eating Habits ๐ฑ 3% of people are either vegan or plant-based. ๐ฅ Among the 25โ34 age group, this figure rises to 6%. ๐ฅ 7% of people are vegetarian. The survey was commissioned by the VSI and carried out by Amรกrach Research.