Mission, Vision, and Values Statements of American Vegan Society

Mission Statement The American Vegan Society shares vegan culture and heritage to build a compassionate, healthful, and sustainable future.

Vision Statement We envision a world where vegan culture thrives and animals are free from exploitation.

Values Statement American Vegan Society’s (AVS) core values are: compassion, education, integrity, nonviolence, and inclusion. These values guide all aspects of our work and are reflected in how we engage with everyone.

We utilize a kind and welcoming voice, respectful of everyone, regardless of where they are (or are not yet) along a vegan journey. We believe vegan culture is strengthened by diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, and we create opportunities where all are respected and encouraged to participate.

We advocate nonviolently for the abolition of the abuse of animals and encourage others to do likewise.

AVS’ values are informed by longstanding ethical principles, including:

The Golden Rule — “Treat others as you would like to be treated.”—extended to all animals, human and nonhuman

Reverence for Life — All Life has value; respect it and treat it with utmost care. (more info)

Dynamic Harmlessness — Do the least harm and the most good. (more info)

The Six Pillars of Ahimsa (more info):

     ABSTAINING from Animal Products

     HARMLESSNESS with Reverence for Life

     INTEGRITY of Thought, Word, and Deed

     MASTERY over Oneself

     SERVICE to Humanity, Nature, and Creation

     ADVANCEMENT of Understanding and Truth

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