Merseyside Vegan Festival (Liverpool)

• 12pm

Contesting the “Pigeons as Pests” Narrative: Ending Cruel Pest Control Practices and Promoting Coexistence in Our Urban Areas

This talk examines the harmful “pigeons as pests” narrative and how it underpins cruelty, neglect, and lethal control of pigeons in urban environments. It explores how this label strips pigeons of empathy, shapes public perception and policy, and enables both individuals and organisations to overlook or justify their suffering. The presentation also considers the role of fear-based messaging within the pest control industry, which drives demand for harmful practices while generating profit. While public sentiment towards pigeons is increasingly shifting in a more positive direction, this talk highlights the importance of building community, challenging misinformation, and promoting compassionate, evidence-based approaches to coexistence in our urban areas.

With Sam from Advocacy for Pigeons

• 1pm

The Case for Veganism in Uniformed Youth Groups

We all know that Veganism is better for the planet and for animal rights. Did you know, however, that there's a strong case to be made for Veganism in uniformed youth groups? Using the Scouts and the Girl Guides as case studies, we'll explore the justification for plant-based youth movements whilst being able to retain the core values of such organisations.

With Joe Mickleburgh from Vegan Adventure Collective

Insta: @veganadventurecollective

• 2pm

Muay Thai With Benny Green

Join Muay Thai coach Benny Green for an energizing session that blends power, technique, and mindfulness. Having lived, trained, and fought in Thailand for a year, Benny brings authentic Muay Thai training straight to you. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, this class will teach you fundamental strikes, footwork, and the art of eight limbs.

Get ready to sweat, sharpen your skills, and show the world vegans can still fight!

With Trainer Benny Green

• 12pm

Seared Spring Cabbage, White Bean and Tamarind Mash and Curried Onion Sauce

Cookery Demonstration

With Maz Linford-Platt from COOK with the Vegetarian Society 

https://vegsoc.org/cook/

https://www.facebook.com/thevegetariansociety 

https://www.instagram.com/the_vegetarian_society/# 

• 1pm

Cabbage Pakoras with Tamarind Dip

Cookery Demonstration

With Maz Linford-Platt from COOK with the Vegetarian Society 

https://vegsoc.org/cook/

https://www.facebook.com/thevegetariansociety 

https://www.instagram.com/the_vegetarian_society/# 

• 2pm

Korean Street Toast

Cookery Demonstration

With Maz Linford-Platt from COOK with the Vegetarian Society 

https://vegsoc.org/cook/

https://www.facebook.com/thevegetariansociety 

https://www.instagram.com/the_vegetarian_society/#