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Please join [Veg Society of DC (VSDC)](vsdc.org) members, friends, and many others in DC on Saturday, October 26, 2024, for the [National Animal Rights March (NARM)](https://nationalanimalrightsmarch.com/#/).
The NARM Purpose: *While we dream of a world where all animals are free, we understand that change takes time. NARM always aims to advocate for total animal liberation. But to get there we believe that we must unify our community, reflect on the progress of our movement, and grow animal rights activism across the United States.*
**Time:** *Gather by 12:30 pm; event starts at 1 pm*
**There will be a sign-making event there, starting at 11 am if you are able to participate**
**Starting Location:** *Lafayette Square*
**Activity:** *We will gather, get energized, and then march for about an hour. There will be three short talks / speak-outs at the beginning and along the way.*
**Ending Location:** *Near the middle of the National Mall, close to the Smithsonian Metro station. Probably between 2:30 and 3 pm.*
**Post-March Activity (optional):** *VSDC will plan an activity (TBD) after the march so attendees will have an opportunity to interact more in a low-key way and eat together.*
*****The basic details are finalized. Any additional info will be posted here before the event.***
More information:
*The National Animal Rights March welcomes individuals from all backgrounds and beliefs who share our values of compassion and justice. While attendees from any country are welcome, we especially encourage activists from the United States to attend this march in our Nation’s Capital. To show our unity and passion for animal rights, we hope to represent every state across our list of attendees. Are you ready to harness the power of collective action and create a brighter future for animals?*
*By participating in The National Animal Rights March, you will be part of a historic moment in the fight for animal liberation. Together, we will send a clear message to policymakers, industry, and the public that the time for change is now.*
If you are able to help the NARM organizers, please click on the below link to see the various roles and responsibilities:
https://nationalanimalrightsmarch.com/#/volunteer
***We encourage all VSDC and meetup members to plan now to attend this important grass-roots gathering in support of all non-human animals!***
**VSDC: More Than A Meetup**
We are so glad to have you as part of The Veg Society of DC Vegan Meetup group, and we enjoy seeing you at our events. Did you know that [VSDC](vsdc.org) is a nonprofit organization with membership benefits?
With VSDC membership, you will save money at area restaurants and businesses, attend VSDC member-only events, and, most importantly, support us as a clear and consistent voice for improving the lives of all beings through community building and education centered on the benefits of a vegan diet and lifestyle.
The VSDC membership fee is minimal, but the impact is significant! [Become a member of VSDC](https://vsdc.org/membership/).
**Liability Waiver and Code of Conduct**
When you sign up to attend, you automatically acknowledge [VSDC’s Liability Waiver](https://vsdc.org/activity-waiver/) and commit to follow the code of conduct found at [Policies – VSDC – Veg Society of DC](https://vsdc.org/policies/).
**VSDC. Creating communities. For your health, the animals, and the planet.**