June 25 - 26, 2011
OLD TOWN ALEXANDRIA, VA
This conference is focused on issues concerning all fur-bearing animals, particularly the exploitation and cruelty of fur farms, wool and leather production, "harvesting" of wildlife (hunting, trapping, penning, etc). It will also explore various other areas of animal exploitation including vivisection, animals in entertainment, puppy mills, horse slaughter, and more.
Attention will be given to individuals and groups dedicated to the care of and advocating for fur-bearing animals; farmed, domestic, or wild. Also of interest are issues relating to the environment, which directly affects all living beings on our planet, our air, our food and water, which are seriously compromised by chemicals and pollution caused by animal exploiting industries like factory farms.
The primary goal of this conference is to gather individuals and organizations together to share experiences, enrich our skills and TAKE ACTION!
This exciting conference offers a new view and approach to animal rights advocacy and leadership, as it is also designed for grassroots activists and organizations, namely:
• to provide a forum for those who rarely have an opportunity to speak to
large audiences about the work they do;
• to create a platform for grassroots activists that focuses on: "Reviving
the Animal Rights Movement: Effective Grass Roots Activism. A New View
and Approach to Animal Rights Advocacy and How to Take a Leadership Role".
PATRONS
GREEN NOTE:
We will not print program booklets. The program will be available online and posters all over the Conference areas.
We will also be using recycled papers & other materials. You too can be friendly to our Mother Earth.
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Joshua Katcher
Joshua is a sculptor and video artist living in Brooklyn, NY who graduated from the BFA program in Art Video at Syracuse University, New York, and also attended SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry where he concentrated in Environmental Studies.
His sculptures are in the permanent collection at Figureworks Gallery in Williamsburg, Brooklyn where he exhibited his first solo exhibition in 2007.
His video work has been exhibited in festivals such as The Rotterdam International Film Festival and The New York Underground Film Festival. Joshua had been a curator on several video art exhibitions since 2002 including Spark Video: Beacon and Raw: Brooklyn, and continues to produce various works in video and sculpture.
Joshua Katcher is also a writer, self-taught vegan chef, businessman, animal rights and environmental activist, and television producer who has produced and directed various shows for PBS, CurrentTV, and MTV, and has created media for social & animal rights non-profits. He founded The Discerning Brute, a fashion and lifestyle blog, in 2008 as a resource for intelligent men who want to make ethical, informed decisions concerning their lifestyles.
Shannon Keith is the founder and president of ARME, a 501(c)(3) organization . As an attorney Shannon represents animal rights activists in the courtroom, defends dogs on death row, and goes after animal abusers. As a filmmaker, she focuses on stopping the problem at its roots through educational documentaries and has won several awards for her groundbreaking films exposing animal cruelty. As an activist and rescuer, Shannon personally saves dogs from abuse, neglect and imprisonment and organizes campaigns against animal exploiting industries.
ARME's mission is to eliminate the suffering of all animals. This goal is achieved by rescuing unwanted and homeless animals and by educating the public of the vast extent of the suffering animals endure in our society. Through its actions and words, ARME advances the freedom of all animals.
A Canadian organization, was founded in 1944, and has since been devoted to helping fur bearing animals in Canada. Managed by a dedicated volunteer Board of Directors, the society is focused on ending commercial fur trade by exposing trapping cruelty and by protecting fur-bearing animals in the wild or in confinement.
AFS Conference Highlights Include:
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Over 20 outstanding national and international speakers, leaders in the field of animal rights
Over 20 outstanding national and international speakers, leaders in the field of animal rights •Opportunities to meet and network with people of like mind during and after the conference
Opportunities to meet and network with people of like mind during and after the conference •Ground-breaking animal rights films, some never before seen by the public
Ground-breaking animal rights films, some never before seen by the public •Opportunities to chat with animal rights authors, artists, filmmakers, and famous "fashionista"
Opportunities to chat with animal rights authors, artists, filmmakers, and famous "fashionista" •Optional Potomac monument cruise on Friday evening, with stop off in Georgetown
Optional Potomac monument cruise on Friday evening, with stop off in Georgetown •Vegan Buffet Reception with surprise guests, entertainment and silent auction
Vegan Buffet Reception with surprise guests, entertainment and silent auction •Provocative and informative panel discussions, on fur bearing animals, and many animal rights
Provocative and informative panel discussions, on fur bearing animals, and many animal rights issues: animals killed for food/clothing, "disposable" pets, hunting for "sport", lobbying
for animals, knowing your legal rights and much more
AFS CONFERENCE
June 25-26, 2011
801 North Saint Asaph Street, Alexandria, VA 22314, USA
Phone: (703) 836-4700
PET FRIENDLY
VEGAN" BEDDING!
The Pelican Rescue Team
rescues and rehabilitates injured
pelicans. Zoli Teglas, a singer,
songwriter and producer for the
bands Ignite and Pennywise is its
president. Zoli will be honoring our
conference with his presence as a
speaker, exhibitor and possibly a
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SEA SHEPHERD CONSERVATION SOCIETY
MobileMatters is a cause-based mobile marketing company that helps non-profits utilize mobile technology (i.e. SMS, “QR” codes, mobile Web, “apps”, etc.) to further their mission. We implement engaging and interactive mobile campaigns that allow organizations to REACH more members and supporters, RAISE more funds and awareness, and RETAIN greater long-term relationships. MobileMatters’ mission is to make an immediate and measurable impact on the quality of life around the globe, both human and animal, through the speed and reach of mobile. Mobile Matters has worked with various AR groups, including: ARME, Mercy For Animals, Animal Acres, Animal Rescue Corps, FiXiT Foundation, Action For Animals, and VegFund.
OUR CONFERENCE WILL BE MOBILIZED!
This will be the first EVER mobilized animal rights conference! What does that mean exactly? The AFS Conference has partnered with MobileMatters MOBILEMATTERS, a cause-based mobile technology company that helps non-profit organizations utilize mobile technology to further their mission.
It's a great way to keep right up on what is going on throughout the day so you don't miss a single second of what we have to offer!
Text AFSC to 55678 NOW to keep updated on everything conference!
You will get a welcome message and text reminders throughout the conference letting you know about times of talks, workshops, lunches, dinners, special speakers, raffles, silent auction, and last minute surprises that will not be in the program!
Be a part of the fun! Text us today!
*message & data rates may apply
LEANNE!
VEGAN DESIGNER
&
FOUNDER
VAUTE COUTURE
"Vegan isn't just what you eat," Leanne says. "It's also how you dress and live while hoping to harm less."
This basic premise is what led Leanne to launch Vaute Couture, her own line of vegan clothing. While conscientious fashion—being mindful of the earth (eco-friendly fashion) and human workers (fair trade, living wage, sweatshop-free)—is nothing new, consumers aren't as well acquainted with vegan fashion and the need to be mindful of animals.
