Join vegan author and presenter Colleen Patrick-Goudreau—the Joyful Vegan—for a special talk on being a joyful vegan in a non-vegan world.

Colleen will share her insights into why many people struggle to stay vegan when dealing with social, cultural, and emotional pressures, such as being asked to defend your eating choices and feeling socially isolated. She will also provide tips for overcoming these challenges, including strategies for staying confident, sharing enthusiasm without evangelizing, and finding a community of like-minded people.

Add the event to your calendar using the calendar options at the bottom of the page, and tune in to watch on our homepage or on Facebook.

About Colleen Patrick-Goudreau

A recognized expert and thought leader on the culinary, social, ethical, and practical aspects of living compassionately and healthfully, Colleen Patrick-Goudreau is a speaker, cultural commentator, podcaster, and award-winning author of seven books, including the bestselling The Joy of Vegan Baking and her newest book, The Joyful Vegan: How to Stay Vegan in a World That Wants You to Eat Meat, Dairy, and Eggs. She is an acclaimed speaker and host of the inspiring podcast, “Food for Thought,” and has appeared on media outlets including the Food Network, CBS, PBS, FOX, NPR, Huffington Post, U.S. News and World Report, The New York Times, and The Atlantic Magazine. She recently co-founded the political action committee East Bay Animal PAC.

Win a 2021 NEVF Swag Bag During Colleen’s Talk!

Viewers on Facebook can win a special giveaway during Colleen’s talk – like or comment on the video live for a chance to win a 2021 NEVF swag bag (see a list of swag bag company donations at the bottom of the festival homepage). Multiple prizes will be awarded!