Bites, Beats & Advocay: Where Compassion Meets Action

Want to help animals but don't know where to begin? We've got you covered!
Join us for an inspiring evening with volunteers and staff from leading animal welfare organizations, who'll walk you through the many ways you can get involved — from simple, everyday actions to more hands-on commitments.
Meet our guests:

🐕 Diana The Vegan — Works with a local dog rescue organization and moonlights as a vegan comedian! Come for the animal advocacy, stay for the laughs.
🐱 Felicitas Oefelein — Will share her experience with cat fostering and the crucial practice of trap & release.
🐾 Janani Venkaratamanan — A foodservice professional and grassroots activist who's been volunteering with The Humane League and other organizations since Protected content . Janani is passionate about corporate campaigns and legislative advocacy, and is on a mission to grow the animal rights volunteer base right here in NYC.
...and more special guests to be announced!

Plus live music from vegan musicians The Repressions and Wendy Ip 🎶
And because no great evening is complete without great food, be sure to experience delicious plant-based dishes of Urban Vegan Kitchen hosting us. 🌱
Whether you have five minutes or five hours a week to give, there's a path for you here. Come with your questions and your love for animals — leave with new friends, full stomachs, and a clear plan for how to help.
No experience necessary — just a willingness to help. Come find your way to make a difference.