Vegan Voices  

by Joanne Kong, PhD 09.2021

Northsider Joanne Kong, a longtime voice of the vegan movement, just edited a new work scheduled for release in early October.

 Titled “Vegan Voices: Essays by Inspiring Changemakers” this is a comprehensive collection of compelling testimonials of how our food choices are deeply connected to the pressing challenges and issues of our time. 

Areas covered include: personal and global health; the devastation of animal agriculture to the environment; society’s collective loss of compassion and connection to our kindred animals; and the desire for a world of greater peace, harmony, and inclusivity. 

The book points to the need for a cultural and spiritual transformation in which we embrace the commonalities between all living beings as a source of positive change and healing.  “Vegan Voices” fills the needs of a wide range of readers, from those new to exploring the plant-based lifestyle to longtime vegans and advocates. 

Many essays are deeply personal reflections that attest to how veganism has the power to touch our lives on many levels. The book can be a source of continuing inspiration and motivation for those desiring to create a world of greater compassion and equality.