Animal Rights Society: Welfare Officer

I absolutely love and adore animals.I have always been passionate about animal rights and I strongly encourage and preach veganism. 

I have been an active follower of PETA(People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals) who educates people about the myths of dairy life and the truth about animal cruelty.I was able to apply my learnings from PETA by organising dog collar projects and working for the strays at a minor level in my country.

During my first year, I had the opportunity to serve as the event head for the Animal rights society, I feel this experience has given me a great understanding of how the society works and further prepared me for my journey as a welfare officer.

I want to be a part of this society because I want to make a difference, break stereotypes about vegan food and the exploitative dairy industry and contribute towards an evolution.

With my it being my fifth year as a vegan, so much for me has changed, and yet, my conviction for change has remained just as potent. I find that this passion is vital as there is so much more work to be done, and by being allocated the role of welfare officer will enable me to focus on both the needs of the animals and the students. I am a person that cares, I am organised and reliable - my current extracurricular volunteering at a london-based animal charity and cat shelter demonstrates this, alongside my study of law. I also understand the cultural and economic issues behind going vegan/plant-based and how 'going vegan' may look different to everybody. As a person of part Nigerian heritage and of a working-class background, although recognising that change is urgently necessary, I have learned to come from a point of understanding and humility surrounding these issues. Adaption is key. I am also an innovative person and am eager to contribute to the inner-workings of the Animal Rights Society with my insight and creativity.