Conference Schedule
Please be aware that the schedule is subject to change. Updates will be posted as they're made available.
Friday, April 25th
Introduction to the conference and information about animal rights, in general.
AUDITORIUM
(1st Floor)
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| 2:00 PM |
Welcome Address |
| 2:30 PM |
The Escalation of Anti-Vivisection in Utah |
| 3:00 PM |
Questions & Answers and/or Break Period |
| 3:15 PM |
Steve Hindi Introduction Speech |
| 4:00 PM |
Gregory Castle Keynote Address |
| 4:45 PM |
Pre-Protest Briefing |
Saturday, April 26th
101 ROOM
(Basement)
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| These crash course sessions provide an introduction to a variety of animal protection issues. Thorough discussion and informative presentations will educate both experienced individuals and those who are new to animal rights topics. |
| 9:00 AM |
Introduction To Animal Rights
Colleen Hatfield
Basic philosophies and current campaigns for animal protection.
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| 10:00 AM |
Activist Methods
Steve Hindi, Nick Cooney
Introduction and ideas for political and animal activism; including protests, leafleting, lobbying, tabling.
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| 11:00 AM |
Ecological & Wildlife Issues
Owen Carroll, Steve Hindi
An understanding of the destruction on our wildlife and ecosystem caused by hunting and environmental degredation.
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| 12:00 PM |
Showing of SHARK Videos and Tiger Truck |
| 1:00 PM |
Animal Exploitation in Fashion & Entertainment
Peter Young, Steve Hindi, Rob Hutton
A look into the treatment and death of animals used in the fashion industry as well as animals exploited in rodeos, circuses, film, etc.
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| 2:00 PM |
Vivisection
Jerry Vlasak, Jeremy Beckham
A look into the practice of scientific experiments and dissection. Moral and scientific arguments relating to animal experimentation and their alternatives will be explored.
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| 3:00PM |
A Compassionate Diet
Kelly Green, Nick Cooney
An exploration of issues surrounding industrialized animal agriculture. These will include the mistreatment of animals, as well as the health and environmental benefits of veganism.
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SPECIAL TOPICS
(4th Floor)
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| These are topics which may be of interest to activists who would like to participate in more nuanced debates and discussions of issues related to our movement. |
| 9:00 AM |
Researching Information
Peter Young, Amy Meyer
Ever wanted to find out what type of animal experimentation happens in your city and who carries it out? Want to protest a local fur farm or factory farm? This panel will discuss ways for animal activists to utilize resources, particularly the internet, to help expose abusers and launch a full-fledged campaign.
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| 10:00 AM |
Animal Minds
Luke Glowacki, Jeremy Beckham
The animal liberation philosophy answers the question "where do you draw the line?" with "sentience." But what exactly does that mean? Which animals are sentient and what behaviors help clue us in on their inner world? This panel will discuss the most modern animal behavior observations and neurological studies which are continually telling us that animals are much more like us than we are comfortable admitting.
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| 11:00 AM |
Companion Animal Welfare
Gregory Castle, Daniel Dew, Rhonda Kamper
A foundation on problems related to animal cruelty laws and the pet overpopulation crisis. Ideas of ways to resolve these issues and others will be discussed.
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| 12:00 PM |
Showing of UARC Open Pig Rescue and 45 Days |
| 1:00 PM |
History and Comparison of Social Justice Movements
Jeremy Beckham, Amy Meyer
Prior social justice movements have found success, what relevancy does it have for the animal rights movement? Analysis of the common links between oppression and resistance to imperialism, racism, sexism, and speciesism will all be explored.
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| 2:00 PM |
Shelters and Sanctuaries
Gregory Castle, Faith Ching
Experts who have worked or managed animal shelters and sanctuaries will share inspiring animal stories, their challenges, and overall care.
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| 3:00 PM |
Protect Yourself and Your Rights
Brian Barnard, Christine Garcia
An absolutely critical workshop for any grassroots activist, this panel of legal experts will discuss ways to protect your legal rights. Included will be discussions on your right to privacy, Miranda right to remain silent, and what to do if an agent knocks.
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AUDITORIUM
(1st Floor)
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| 2:00 PM |
Behind the Mask |
| 3:30 PM |
Britches |
| 4:00 PM |
Direct Action Debate
Steve Hindi, Jerry Vlasak, Peter Young
This controversial panel will discuss the strategic and moral implications of breaking the law to achieve social change. Given the sheer numbers of animals abused every year; what price animal liberation? Civil disobedience? Vandalism? Arson? Political violence? The people represented on this panel have extremely differing views on the subject and a lively debate is likely to ensue.
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Sunday, April 27th
AUDITORIUM
(1st Floor)
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| 1:00 PM |
Unnecessary Fuss and Chattel |
| 2:00 PM |
Peaceable Kingdom |
| 3:30 PM |
Closing Remarks and Utah Activism Video |
| 4:00 PM |
Conference Closing Remarks and Questions & Answers |
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