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Every year countless animals are exploited for tourist entertainment purposes - from circus acts and marine parks to elephant rides and fish pedicures. These attractions rely on cruel training methods, as well as captivity and neglect. Our ethical travel guide reveals the hidden suffering behind popular holiday experiences and considers compassionate, cruelty-free alternatives like ethical wildlife tours and animal-free shows. 

Thinking of going vegan? Discover how your values already align with veganism, and learn why choosing a plant-based lifestyle is a natural extension of the beliefs you already hold.

A young viewer’s emotional transformation after watching the 3-minute movie challenge highlights the impact of We The Free’s work in 2025. This article shares our progress, the challenges ahead, and a rare chance to have your support quadrupled to help even more people choose compassion.

We The Free is successfully mobilizing a global community of passionate vegans; proud activists who dedicate their time and effort to a cause because of a shared sense of purpose, belonging, and vision. As WTF experiences rapid growth in the number of teams and organizers worldwide, and as our interpersonal connections with that network inevitably become more distant and online, it’s more important than ever for us to clearly and transparently communicate our strategy, our decisions, and the reasons behind both in an accessible way.

This article shares We The Free’s origin story—from the early excitement of street outreach to the tough realization that many activists were burning out, facing hostility, and struggling within fragmented groups.

Engaging younger generations in animal activism is crucial for advancing animal rights. Learn powerful strategies to inspire and empower youth to protect animals and make a lasting impact.

At We The Free (WTF), our mission is not simply to “outreach our way to a vegan world.” Instead, it’s about driving systemic change through transformative conversations and building a unified, powerful movement. Understanding why we do what we do - and the theories underpinning our approach - is key to staying inspired and effective.

“From the roots to the stars, WTF is evolving - and our new leadership model is lighting the way forward”

Discover the surprising side benefits of veganism beyond animal rights, including its positive impact on the environment, personal health, and public health.

Uncover the truth about veganism! We debunk common misconceptions using science, facts, and logic to show why veganism is the only way to end animal abuse.