Youth for the Voiceless

Perfectionism in the Vegan Movement

In the vegan movement, there has been a rising pressure to be the “perfect vegan”. Many vegans will attack other vegans for not being 100 percent cruelty-free; for example, wearing… Read More

For Us, By Us, Recipes

Vegan Chocolate Cookies

Ready in 25 minutes Makes 24 cookies Ingredients Preparation Preheat oven to 350 degrees Add white sugar, brown sugar, butter, and vanilla to a mixing bowl and cream together with… Read More

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Tofu Scramble Recipe

This has become my go-to breakfast when I’m craving something savory. It’s super simple to make and takes less than 10 minutes! Feel free to experiment/tweak this recipe to your… Read More

For Us, By Us, Top Lists

My Top Five High End Makeup Brands

Let me preface this list by saying that my definition of being a cruelty-free makeup brand includes being plant-based. I find it hard to consider a product that includes carmine,… Read More

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A Young Vegan’s Journey

Going vegan at the age of thirteen is definitely cause for concern.  At least, that’s what everyone thought… including myself at the time. Actually, everyone I know still believes it to… Read More

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My Story

I spent 7 years transitioning from pescatarian to vegetarian and finally to vegan. This transition was the result of education. At 10 years old, I didn’t realize the secrets hidden… Read More

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A Sudden Realization

I was raised vegetarian. My mom went vegetarian 15 years prior to me being born because she felt she could not eat a dead animal after learning about the torture… Read More

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The Vegan Decision

Growing up, the “Vegan Decision” is difficult for everyone. Wandering through the twisted path that eventually leads to adulthood is tricky and testing. A child is forced to leave behind… Read More