Giving Thanks, Compassionately: The Beauty of a Vegan Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is all about gratitude, togetherness, and—of course—great food. But as more people become conscious of their health, the environment, and animal welfare, the traditional turkey-centered feast is getting a compassionate makeover. Hosting a vegan Thanksgiving isn’t about giving up beloved flavors or traditions—it’s about reimagining them. From vibrant plant-based dishes that wow even the most skeptical guests to the satisfaction of knowing your celebration aligns with your values, a vegan Thanksgiving offers a delicious, meaningful, and sustainable way to give thanks.

Cristina Mittermeier & Paul Nicklen: Hope and Reverence

Cristina Mittermeier and Paul Nicklen merge art and advocacy. Based in Vancouver, but having traveled across the world for their art, they dedicate their lives to conservation efforts through fine art photography. With their cameras they are able to capture the important stories of animals, nature, humans, and the climate crisis. Their latest exhibit, Hope and Reverence: Cristina Mittermeier & Paul Nicklen, was curated by Tiffany Benincasa and shown at C. Parker Gallery during Climate Week NYC. Notably, the ocean holds a special place in the pair’s hearts, which lead them to create the ocean conservation organization SeaLegacy. To learn more about Cristina Mittermeier and Paul Nicklen, read on.

Lindsay Nikole - Accessible Animal & Evolution Education

Lindsay Nikole believes in accessible education for all. Using the power of social media, she shares educational information about animals and evolution to her wide audience. With her new book, “Epic Earth: A Wild Ride Through the History of Life on Our Planet”, readers can expect to be taken on a joyful journey through facts about the bizarre creatures that have inhabited our planet for billions of years. Having experience working with organizations like The Cheetah Conservation Fund and Save the Elephants, Nikole is a passionate advocate for animal conservation. To learn more about Lindsay Nikole and her new book, read on.

Raw, Real, and Unapologetically Herself: Sophia Warren on Music, Rescue, and the Quiet Rebellion of Telling the Truth

Meet Sophia Warren: singer-songwriter, activist, and rebel heart. With her newest EP Adesso, she leans into raw emotion and radical honesty, crafting songs that are messy, real, and deeply human. When she’s not making music, Sophia is fighting for animals through the nonprofit she co-founded, Animal Defenders Alliance. From challenging unethical rescue practices to rescuing dogs from crisis situations, her mission is as bold as her sound. Read more below as Sophia opens up about her journey in music, the stories behind Adesso, and why she refuses to stay quiet—onstage or off.

Christine Mott - Animal Advocacy is for All Ages

As a child, Christine Mott quickly realized her immense love and protective nature for animals. Now all grown up and wanting to share that love, Mott has written the award winning children’s book, “Free Bird: Flaco the Owl Dreams of Taking Flight”. This book aims to teach children that animals are living creatures with their own thoughts and feelings just like us. To support animals even further, Mott is donating half of the proceeds from the book to the Wild Bird Fund and is a member of several boards fighting for animal rights. To learn more about Christine Mott and her new book, read on.

Art, zIssue 57.1Eva Elisa WellsJune 6, 2025animal rights, animal, books, children's book, animal advocacy, writing, veganComment