Vegetarian Society

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Vegetarian Society is a non-profit organization that promotes vegetarianism and provides information and support to individuals following or considering a vegetarian lifestyle. The society was founded in the United Kingdom in 1847, making it one of the oldest vegetarian organizations in the world.

History[edit | edit source]

The Vegetarian Society was established on September 30, 1847 in Ramsgate, Kent, UK. The society was formed by members of the Bible Christian Church, a group of Christians who promoted vegetarianism as a form of ethical living. The society's founding members included Reverend William Cowherd and Joseph Brotherton, both of whom were advocates for vegetarianism and animal rights.

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The Vegetarian Society engages in a variety of activities to promote vegetarianism. These include educational outreach, the publication of vegetarian cookbooks and guides, and the certification of vegetarian and vegan products. The society also organizes events such as National Vegetarian Week, which aims to raise awareness of vegetarianism and encourage more people to adopt a vegetarian lifestyle.

Vegetarian Society Approved[edit | edit source]

The Vegetarian Society Approved trademark is a widely recognized symbol for products that meet the society's strict criteria for vegetarian or vegan status. The trademark is used by over 1,000 companies in the UK and internationally, and appears on over 15,000 products.

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