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Living Opposed to Violence and Exploitation (LOVE) is an anti-oppression collective that promotes veganism as an effective way to eliminate speciesist oppression.  LOVE is dedicated to understanding speciesist oppression as a form of oppression and actively opposing all forms of oppression.

The resources on this website are divided into a number of sections:

About Us explains LOVE’s mission and values, including an FAQ and community agreement.

Our Blog provides current analysis and opinion on issues related to speciesism, veganism, and anti-oppression.

Vegan Basics is primarily for new vegans and those just starting to explore veganism. Here you can:
-    read about the unconsenting use of nonhuman animals for food and entertainment
-    learn how to transition to a plant-based diet, stay healthy, and afford it
-    connect with other vegans in your area
-    view our recommended reading list

Living Veganism is primarily for established vegans interested in advocating veganism to the public.  Here you can:
-    view our activism comparison chart and read about respectful activism
-    read suggestions for effective communication and common questions from non-vegans
-    read how-to articles on mobile vegan video projection and tabling/leafleting
-    access LOVE’s anti-speciesist pamphlets
-    sign up for our activism-oriented mailing list

We hope you find our resources helpful and invigorating, and we hope you join the conversation by becoming a member or contacting us.