Minneapolis Set to Host Farmed Animal Advocacy Conference

Ari Solomon September 17, 2013

cowskissing copy.jpgMercy For Animals is thrilled that “Their Lives, Our Voices,” a Minneapolis-based farmed animal advocacy conference, will feature our executive director, Nathan Runkle, as keynote speaker.

Held at the University of Minnesota Minneapolis Campus, “Their Lives, Our Voices” will begin the morning of Sunday, October 27, the day after the Twin Cities Veg Fest. Speakers from around the country will provide a full day of presentations and workshops on diverse topics.

If you live near the Twin Cities or can make the trip, this conference will surely be worth checking out. For more information, including a full schedule and registration details, click here.

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