For Activist Appreciation Month and Black History Month, we’re featuring Vegans of LA, an organization that is transforming the landscape of food justice by ensuring that access to nourishing, sustainable food is a fundamental right, not a privilege. 

Rooted in the principle of planetary oneness, the organization recognizes the profound connection between human health, animal welfare, and environmental sustainability. By advocating for plant-based solutions, Vegans of LA is fostering a future where food justice and compassion are inseparable.

Founded by Gwenna Hunter, a dedicated advocate for food equity and animal rights, Vegans of LA extends beyond the role of a traditional food bank. Under Hunter’s leadership, the organization actively works to dismantle systemic inequities that contribute to hunger and environmental harm. Through community partnerships, educational outreach, and direct action, Vegans of LA empowers individuals to embrace a compassionate lifestyle that benefits both people and the planet.

Hunter’s contributions to the Los Angeles community have been instrumental in expanding access to fresh, plant-based meals for those in need. Her commitment to food sovereignty and social justice has positioned Vegans of LA as a driving force for change, ensuring that resources are shared equitably and that animals are treated with respect. We featured Hunter and her incredible activism in our 20 Women Making History for Animals Past and Present.

Through its mission, Vegans of LA continues to reimagine a world built on sustainability, compassion, and collective well-being.

We look forward to collaborating with Gwenna Hunter and Vegans of LA in the future!

Join our Activist Appreciation Month programs: www.idausa.org/ActivistMonth 

Gwenna Hunter moderated our Black Vegan Activists Making History roundtable discussion for Activist Appreciation Month in 2021. Watch the replay!