EVENT PROGRAMME FOR THE SOUTH EAST VEGAN FESTIVAL at St Mary’s Stadium, Southampton on the 13th of July 2024
TALKS ROOM – Markus Liebherr Lounge
11am – Wholefood Vegan Podcast:
Take away the fear of eating a fully vegan diet with ideas & hacks to make it fun, nutritious & simple without spending a fortune.
TALKS ROOM – Markus Liebherr Lounge
12pm – John Awen: Make a Change Now
John will cover many aspects in this talk and all of those aspects will have us shame faced and urge us all to try harder to help bring about the much needed changes in this world.
TALKS ROOM – Markus Liebherr Lounge
1pm – Mark Moore: The Dark Secrets of an Animal Farmer
Discover a profound transformation with Mark Moore, once deeply involved in animal farming, now a passionate vegan speaker. In this event, Mark candidly recounts his journey, unraveling the concealed truths of farming and highlighting his personal shift towards a plant-based lifestyle. Gain a firsthand understanding of the challenges that prompted Mark’s transition, as he unveils the hidden aspects of animal agriculture. Join us for a compelling exploration of Mark’s unique perspective, bridging the gap between the world of farming and the ethical choices that redefine his narrative.
TALKS ROOM – Markus Liebherr Lounge
2pm – Captain Paul Watson Foundation UK (Neptune’s Pirates UK): Defending the Ocean
Neptunes Pirates have been defending marinewildlife with non-agressive direct action tactics since 1977 under the lead of Paul Watson. Find out what you can do to help the ocean.
TALKS ROOM – Markus Liebherr Lounge
3pm – We The Free: Navigating Activism Anxiety: Courage, Vulnerability, and the Power of Play
When we speak of connection, it’s often in reference to others, but what if the deepest connection we seek is within ourselves? If you’re curious about activism anxiety like I am, leave your armour at the door, come as you are, and stay curious as we embark on a journey of exploration and challenge.
This talk will delve into how We The Free’s (WTF) activism work aligns with overcoming activism anxiety through courage, vulnerability, and the power of play. WTF’s dedication to non-violence, inclusivity, and community events fosters a supportive environment, reducing anxiety and promoting connection. Their advanced advocacy training merges scientific data with ethical approaches, inspiring effective activism while emphasizing joy and play as crucial elements for sustainable engagement.
Mike Channon Suite
12pm – Cooking Demo: Lucy Parr
I’ll be demonstrating my chocolate tiffin mousse cake – the perfect easy vegan dessert that is fabulous enough for any celebration. The idea behind this recipe is that it can easily be made from just 5 simple ingredients which should be available in most shops. It can be adapted to be totally freefrom the top 14 allergens, so it can be the celebratory dessert of choice for all of your guests!
Mike Channon Suite
1pm – Music: David Robinson
David Robinson aka The Cold Heart Revue is a solo blues acoustic musician that reached No#1 on the iTunes Blues Chart. He has appeared on ‘The Royal Variety Performance’ on ITV.
