47th IVU World Vegfest 24th August 2019 – 3:30-6:30 pm - ProVeg Office - Genthiner Straße 48

On the 24th August 2019 as part of the 47th IVU World Vegfest, to be held this time in Berlin (from 23 to 25th August 2019) we are organizing a Meeting for Organizational Leaders to share “Successful ideas and concepts worth spreading”. The session is meant for leaders of IVU member organizations to share ideas, learn from one another, strategize, and network. Since many challenges are similar for a wide range of organizations, creative solutions and best practices are expected to be presented and shared.

After the Meeting we will have a dinner in the Samadhi Restaurant (Wilhelmstr 77) where we can reach by a pleasant walk of about 30-35 minutes or by bus/taxi as you choose. So, please, if you want to join the dinner tell us as soon as possible so we can do a reservation (dinner will be paid by each attendee). You can bring others with you but please let us know in advance.

www.samadhi-vegetarian.de

ProVeg Office

52.5019,13.3578

We are pleased to invite you to the 47th IVU World Vegfest! This year the Vegfest will take place between the 23rd and 27th of August 2019 in Berlin, the vegan capital of Europe, in association with the Vegan Summerfest.

After 87 years (yes, we have history!) we are getting back to Berlin, where IVU had its 8th World Vegetarian Congress in 1936! (now Vegfest). Actually IVU was founded in Germany, in 1908, in Dresden, where we celebrated our centenary in 2008! As far as we know before IVU there were only a few International Vegetarian gatherings: the first one in Cologne, in 1889, the same year when it was launched the Vegetarian Federal Union (the forerunner to IVU). In 1960 IVU went again to Germany, Hannover and Hamburg and in 1982 (Neu-Ulm). So it is more than time to go back to Germany. 

The Vegan Summerfest is the world’s largest vegetarian event and truly transforms the famous Alexanderplatz into a vegan oasis. There will be thought-provoking speakers from all over the world, inspirational cooking shows, live music and stage performances, and engaging workshops. Further highlights include a fashion show featuring sustainable vegan fashion trends, a raffle with attractive veggie prizes, an entertaining children’s program and more. Hundreds of food stands will offer a wide selection of the newest inventions in delicious vegan foods.

As a new addition this year, an IVU World Vegfest Networking Tent will be provided at the Vegan Summerfest to connect visitors and members of veg* organizations to listen to inspiring talks and enjoy the relaxing atmosphere. You are very welcome to attend each day of the Summerfest starting Friday 12 pm and ending Sunday evening. More information about the programme will follow soon.

Just before the start of the Summerfest, you’ll have the opportunity to attend a two-day training by the Center for Effective Vegan Advocacy (CEVA). Run by Dr. Melanie Joy, Harvard-educated psychologist and celebrated speaker, and Tobias Leenaert, longtime speaker and strategist, you will get useful tools and tips on how to improve the efficiency of your advocacy actions. Here you can learn more about the training and how to book your spot.

To end the IVU World Vegfest on a high note, an optional cultural tour will be organised by our team on 26-27 August.Day trips can be booked and paid for in advance to ensure you won’t miss out on the exciting cultural and culinary highlights in Berlin. Join us as we cruise along the Spree in a boat, as we stroll over a market, discover lots of great vegan food and much more. Check out the full programme and book your spot here.

• IVU LEADERS AND SYMPATHIZERS MEETING
  24th August 2019 – 3:30-6:30 pm 
  

• Vegan Summer Festival Website
  >> STAGE PROGRAMME
  >> WORKSHOP TENT PROGRAMME
  >> LECTURE TENT PROGRAMME

• Vegan Tours
  >> BUY TICKET FOR THE VEGAN TOUR // 26.08.2019 (DAY ONE)
  >> But ticket for the Vegan Tour // 27.08.2019 (day two) 
  
  

• TWO-DAY TRAINING BY THE CENTER FOR EFFECTIVE VEGAN ADVOCACY 

• pdf HOTEL RECOMMENDATION VEGFEST 2019 (746 KB)

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