The second Irish Vegan Gala will be held in the Western Hotel on Prospect Hill this Sunday from 12-5pm and everyone is invited to attend.
Irish Vegan Gala was set up last April, 2022 in Galway by local vegans to advocate for veganism by showcasing local food and other producers including art, music, crafts in a relaxed social setting allowing vegans and not as yet-vegans to mix and interact.
A not for profit group organised by volunteers, it held the first Gala last November and it was a modest success, but it gave organisers the opportunity to plan further events in Galway and elsewhere.
The speakers on the day included Dr Dillis Clare, Sea Road, Dr Roger Yates, UCD, Gerry Boland and included two book launches.
The next Gala this Sunday March 26 2023 is expected to draw a crowd of several hundred. Tickets are available for €11.40, and you can book online at www.universe.com or on the day at the ticket desk. Children under 16, accompanied by parents are free.
Speakers booked so far include Dr Camila Perussello, food scientist, Dr Ailis Brosnan, plant-based nutritionist, Dr Sepi Sefy, Herbalist and Laura Broxson, NARA, National Animal Rights Association.
Veganism is certainly not a threat to farmers or any one else. It is in fact a philosophy and is a movement for good in the world.We are also organising an evening event later in the year where a vegan meal followed by a talk by James O’Donovan will be of particular interest to farmers.
Already under way in the UK and USA are examples of farmers involved in diversification to other land uses including plant-farming for human consumption, renewable energy and rewilding, including afforestation.
Farmkind is a company in the USA who facilitate farmers transition.Plans are underway to set up a company in Ireland to facilitate farmers transition. A move to a plant-based society would be a huge benefit to rural Ireland and revitalise it like never before.
