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Activism

  • Ethics Bowl (June, 2021) Read »
  • Charity Garden (June, 2021) Read »
  • How to add more vegan foods to your college cafeteria (April, 2019) Read »
  • My Experience as a President and Founder of a Vegan Club Read »
  • How do I start a vegan/vegetarian club at my school?  Read »
  • Working for Vegetarian Food in Your High School Cafeteria  Read »
  • How do I deal with the frustrations of being an activist?  Read »
  • How can a vegetarian teen "survive" and promote vegetarianism in an agriculture high school or one where there are many students who raise animals? Read »
  • There is a small local restaurant that offers vegetarian options that no one knows about. What can I do to let people know?  Read »
  • Easy to be an Activist Read »
  • Preparing for a Media Interview Read »
  • Manning the Booth: An Intern's Take on What It's Like behind the Table 
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  • How to Do a Vegan Class at a Girls Inc. Read »
  • How do you respond to “You know you aren't going to change anything, right?” Read »
  • Starting a College Cooking Club By Madeline St. John Read »
  • How High School Students Can Promote Vegan Diets in Publications Read »
  • Starting an Animal Rights Organization at School Read»
  • Animal Activist Support Line Read »
  • Grants Promote K-12 School Gardens — Whole Kids Foundation: School Garden Grant Program Read »
  • Veganism in an Unlikely Place: Veganism in Vinted or Other Online Stores Read »
  • Starting Veg Clubs on College Campuses Read »
  • VeganTeen
  • VeganTeen (Facebook)
  • Guide to Starting a High School Environmental Club Read »
  • Animal Rights Activism in a College Cafeteria Read »
  • Introducing Vegan Foods into a College Foodservice and Tips for Students Who Want to Do the Same at Their College Read »
  • My Experience Creating a Vegetarian Club in a Baltimore City Public High School Read »

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Athletes

  • My Vegan Diet As A Dancer Read »
  • Five Snack Ideas For Vegan Dancers Read »
  • Sports Team Dinners Read »
  • Vegan Snack Ideas for Athletes Read »
  • Vegan Snacks and Meals for Lacrosse Players Read »
  • I would like some tips for vegan teen athletes. Read »
  • I'm a vegetarian athlete and I want to gain weight. How do I start?  Read »
  • Can I be a vegetarian and be on the cross-country team? My mom is afraid I won't get enough to eat.  Read »
  • Any suggestions for meals for vegan teen athletes?  Read »
  • Vegan Snacks for Athletes Read »
  • Vegan Snacks for Gymnasts Read »
  • Vegan Snacks for a Runner Read »
  • Nutrition for Vegan Teen Athletes Read » (PDF)

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Camps

  • Vegan and Vegetarian Summer Camps Read »
  • Are there any camps that actually have good menu options for vegetarian and vegans?  Read »
  • I'm spending a month this summer working on a trail crew. I said I'd help plan meals. What are some cheap, easy vegan foods that work for camping?  Read »
  • I am a vegetarian thinking of joining 4-H. What are some ways that I can fit in?  Read »
  • I am thinking of joining 4-H. I am vegan. What kinds of activities could I do?  Read »
  • A Guide to Vegetarian Scouting Read »

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College

  • What Vegan Food Should Your College Have? (November, 2020) Read »
  • Tips for Eating Vegan in College (September, 2020) Read »
  • How to add more vegan foods to your college cafeteria (April, 2019) Read »
  • My Experience as a President and Founder of a Vegan Club Read »
  • Vegan Foods available at Loyola University of Maryland  Read »
  • Vegan Foods at Loyola Maryland  Read »
  • I'll be looking at colleges this spring. How do I find a veg-friendly college?  Read »
  • Vegan at College 101  Read »
  • Vegetarian and Vegan Living in Your Twenties  Read »
  • Implementing Vegan Options on College Campuses  Read »
  • What are Students Favorite On-Campus Vegan Dining Options?  Read »
  • Vegan Options at James Madison University  Read »
  • Dining Services at University of Florida, Truly Vegan Friendly? Read »
  • Courting Jewish students, Charleston college builds kosher dining hall
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  • Veganism at Colorado State University By Kelly Johnston Read »
  • Eating vegan at Goucher College in Maryland Read »
  • Starting a College Cooking Club By Madeline St. John Read »
  • Veganizing the Dining Hall — Montclair (NJ) State University Read »
  • Vegan Foods Available at Seton Hall University Read »
  • Vegan Food at University of Maryland College Park Read »
  • Vegan at Northwestern in Chicago Illinois Area Read »
  • Vegan food in your foodservice? Read »
  • Vegan Options at Georgia College Read »
  • College Vegans: Favorite Foods Read »
  • Animal Rights Activism in a College Cafeteria Read »
  • Vegetarian/Vegan Food at Baylor Dining Halls in Waco, Texas Read »
  • Introducing Vegan Foods into a College Foodservice and Tips for Students Who Want to Do the Same at Their College Read »
  • Goucher College Vegan Food Read »

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Eating Out

  • As a new vegan, I don't know if I can still eat out in Tex-Mex restaurants. What kinds of questions should I be asking to make sure there are no animal products in my food?  Read »
  • Taking Non-vegetarian Parents to a Vegetarian Restaurant Read »
  • Dining Advice For Vegans, by a Vegan, From the Restaurant Staff Point of View By Angie Riccio Read »
  • Vegetarian Journal's Guide to Vegetarian and Vegan Restaurants in the U.S. and Canada Read »
  • Fast Food Information Read »

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Family, Religious, and Cultural Events

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Food/Meal Plans

  • What is vegan food?  Read »
  • My mom says she doesn't mind me going veg but she doesn't have time to do any more cooking. I have no idea how to cook vegetarian. What can I do?  Read »
  • My family doesn’t have much money. I’d like to be vegan but I’ve heard it’s expensive to buy all the special food you need. Is this true? Read »
  • I want to have a party but I don't know what to do about food. What are some veg ideas?  Read »
  • I'm getting braces in a couple of weeks. My orthodontist gave me a booklet about what to eat when my mouth hurts and there's not much I can eat (I'm vegan). What do you suggest?  Read »
  • Guide to Milk Alternatives Read »
  • Vegan Snacks for Athletes Read »
  • Vegging Out As a Vegan Teen Read »
  • Cooking for Non-Vegan Parents Read »
  • A Vegan Taste Test with Non-Vegan Teens Read »
  • Is it more expensive to eat a vegan diet? Read »
  • Vegan Foods for Non-vegetarian 10-12 Year Olds Read »
  • Making Food for Non-Vegans: Winning Hearts to Veganism Read »
  • Vegan Teens Survival in a City Read »
  • Vegan Dishes to Prepare for Non-Vegans Read »
  • What Can I Use in Non-Vegan Recipes to Replace Eggs, Milk, & Butter? Read »
  • Vegan foods liked by non-vegetarian friends Read » (June, 2021)

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Forming Student Group

  • My Experience as a President and Founder of a Vegan Club Read »
  • How do I start a vegan/vegetarian club at my school?  Read »
  • Guide to Starting a High School Environmental Club Read »
  • Animal Rights Activism in a College Cafeteria Read »
  • Introducing Vegan Foods into a College Foodservice and Tips for Students Who Want to Do the Same at Their College Read »
  • My Experience Creating a Vegetarian Club in a Baltimore City Public High School Read »

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High School

  • What do home schoolers and vegetarians have in common?  Read »
  • A Guide to Finding Vegan Food Options at School: Cafeteria, Food Truck, and Snack Carts Read »
  • Guide to Starting a High School Environmental Club Read »
  • My Experience Creating a Vegetarian Club in a Baltimore City Public High School Read »

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Internships and Scholarships

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Jobs/Careers

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Lesson Plans and Presentations

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Nutrition

  • I am 11 and I am a vegetarian. I've been one for over a year. I was wondering if it was safe for me to become a vegan because I'm still growing. Please help me. Read »
  • Will being a vegetarian help me lose weight?  Read »
  • How can I make sure I'm getting enough protein?  Read »
  • I'm anemic. Is it because I'm vegetarian? What should I do?  Read »
  • I want to become a vegetarian but I hate most vegetables. Can I be a vegetarian without vegetables?  Read »
  • What are some ideas for healthy, low-cost meals?  Read »
  • What is a raw foods diet? Is this a good way to eat?  Read »
  • Guide to Milk Alternatives Read »
  • Dr. Reed Mangels discusses vegan adolescent nutrition on radio show Listen »
  • Do I need to take a daily multi-vitamin and mineral in order to be healthy? Read >> 

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Responses To Often Heard Questions When You First Become Vegan Or Vegetarian

  • How Do You Respond To People Unfamiliar With Or Opposed To Your Dietary Lifestyle? Read »
  • Being vegetarian/vegan during holidays or family gatherings Read »
  • How Do I Respond to Religious Questions About Going Vegetarian? Read »
  • How do you respond to “You know you aren't going to change anything, right?” Read »
  • Is it more expensive to eat a vegan diet? Read »
  • Vegan Questions Read »
  • The Notion “You Must Care About Animals More Than People” Read »
  • What do I say when people ask about my vegan/vegetarian diet? Read »
  • What about vegan beauty products?Read  ;»

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School Food

  • How to add more vegan foods to your college cafeteria (April, 2019) Read »
  • Getting Vegan Food into Elementary Schools
  • Working for Vegetarian Food in Your High School Cafeteria  Read »
  • My school cafeteria has veggie burgers but they're cooked on the same grill with hamburgers, which makes me not want to eat them. What can I do? Read »
  • What can I eat for lunch at school? I have to pack a lunch since the cafeteria doesn't have much in the way of veg options. Read »
  • How can a vegetarian teen "survive" and promote vegetarianism in an agriculture high school or one where there are many students who raise animals? Read »
  • How to Start a School or Community Garden. Read »
  • Vegan Options on School Lunch Menus Read »
  • A Guide to Finding Vegan Food Options at School: Cafeteria, Food Truck, and Snack Carts Read »
  • Introducing Vegan Foods into a College Foodservice and Tips for Students Who Want to Do the Same at Their College Read »

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Social - Dealing with Family

  • When a teenager becomes a vegetarian -- Tips to deal with their parents  Read »
  • Teen FAQ: How does one go vegan in a meat-eating household?  Read »
  • I want to be vegetarian but I am afraid my parents will say "no." What can I do to help them see how important this is to me?  Read »
  • It is difficult for my family to understand my vegetarianism. What should I do if my parents are not in favor of my being a vegetarian?  Read »
  • Being vegetarian/vegan during holidays or family gatherings Read »
  • Becoming Vegan in an Evidently Non-Vegan Community Read »
  • Taking Non-vegetarian Parents to a Vegetarian Restaurant Read »
  • Balancing Veganism and Teenage Obligations Read »
  • Transitioning to Vegan: Why I Became Vegan and My Family's Reactions Read »
  • Cooking for Non-Vegan Parents Read »
  • What should I serve to non-vegans when I am hosting a party as a vegan/vegetarian? Read »
  • Should I Compromise To Accommodate My Non-Vegan/Vegetarian Family and Friends? Read »
  • Vegan Foods for Non-vegetarian 10-12 Year Olds Read »
  • Making Food for Non-Vegans: Winning Hearts to Veganism Read »
  • Teenage Vegan Advice for Parents Read »
  • Being a Vegan Teenager with Disapproving Parents Read »
  • Going Vegan at 10 Years Old Read »

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Social - Dealing with Friends and Others

  • Being Vegan and Vegetarian in High School  Read »
  • How do I tell people I'm vegetarian? For instance, someone asks me to eat dinner at their house. What do I say?  Read »
  • I'm going to a banquet for the soccer team and I'm the only vegetarian on the team. How do I let the caterer know that I'll need something different to eat?  Read »
  • Becoming Vegan in an Evidently Non-Vegan Community Read »
  • My Pescatarian Boyfriend Read »
  • Balancing Veganism and Teenage Obligations Read »
  • A Vegan Taste Test with Non-Vegan Teens Read »
  • How do you respond to “You know you aren't going to change anything, right?” Read »
  • What should I serve to non-vegans when I am hosting a party as a vegan/vegetarian? Read »
  • Should I Compromise To Accommodate My Non-Vegan/Vegetarian Family and Friends? Read »
  • What do I say when people ask about my vegan/vegetarian diet? Read »
  • Bullying: When you're a Vegetarian or Vegan Teen Read »
  • How to Eat with Non-Vegan Friends Read »
  • Vegan Dishes to Prepare for Non-Vegans Read »
  • Ethics Bowl (June, 2021) Read »
  • Charity Garden (June, 2021) Read »
  • Vegan foods liked by non-vegetarian friends of VRG Interns Read »

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Travel

  • I'm traveling to Washington DC with my class. I'm not sure how the food thing will work.  Read »
  • I'm going to be traveling to Japan with my family. What do I need to know about being vegetarian in Japan?  Read »
  • Can I participate in a foreign exchange program in Costa Rica as a vegetarian?  Read »
  • Being Vegan at a Theme Park Read »
  • Eating Vegan While Abroad In A Secluded Area — From refugee camps to big cities Read »
  • Is it reasonable to travel to Germany as a vegan? Read »
  • The Vegetarian Resource Group Has Compiled a Guide to Veggie Meals in or Near United States National Parks Read »
  • Traveling Ireland as a Vegan Read »

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Veganism

  • Vegan Hair Care Read »
  • Guide to Vegan Beauty Products Read »
  • What is vegan food?  Read »
  • Why don't vegans use leather, silk, or wool?  Read »
  • Vegan Questions Read »
  • Vegan Teens Survival in a City Read »
  • What Can I Use in Non-Vegan Recipes to Replace Eggs, Milk, & Butter? Read »
  • Going Vegan at 10 Years Old Read »

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