Why vegan

Veganism is a social justice movement that is striving to bring about a world where animals are not exploited for food, clothing, entertainment or any other purpose.

While respecting the rights of animals is the foundation of veganism, there are many other benefits. Plant based agriculture is a more efficient use of the world's scarce resources and can feed more people. It is better for the environment. And a vegan diet is good for our health.

If this all makes sense to you and you'd like to put this into practice in your own life, get started now!

Animals matter

Many of us have had the good fortune to know some animals as individuals. We care for the animals we share our house with and we get to know their...

A fairer world

Animal agriculture causes more than the suffering of animals. It also impacts people throughout the world, especially the powerless and the poor, in a number of ways.

Help the environment

The havoc caused to the world environment by the billions of animals we breed, raise and kill for food each year is staggering. The United Nations has identified animal agriculture...

Living healthily on a vegan diet

A well planned 100% plant based diet is healthy. This is confirmed by a solid body of peer-reviewed scientific evidence. Not only is a plant based diet as healthy as...

Vegan FAQs

Vegan Australia often receives queries about veganism from students and other interested people. Below we answer some of the most common questions we hear. If your question is not answered...

Getting started

You want to become vegan, you've read all the reasons and benefits, but you're not sure where to start? It could be easier than you think. Some people like to ease into veganism, while others make the transition overnight. Whichever way you choose, this four step guide can help you make your transition as easy as possible.