This group was created for NJ parents who are raising their children as "ethical vegans" and who would like to connect with like-minded families for fun and support. We are vegan for ethical reasons (in additional to all the nutritional benefits) and therefore try to live as humanely as possible. Many of us do not visit circuses or zoos (but we do support genuine animal rescue sanctuaries) and do not believe in buying, breeding or using animals for entertainment in any way.

Many of us also try to live as naturally as possible, including non-violent parenting and holistic living. We're all learning and growing as vegans and would like to meet other vegan families, to share experiences, offer ideas and support each other.

If you have little ones at home and questions about, "Raising Vegan Children in a Non-Vegan World" please join us. Note: We welcome new friends who want to learn more about veganism for their families or who are in the process of converting to veganism.

Also, if you do not yet have children but are expecting, are coupled and do not have children, are a single person, a single-parent, or if you identify yourself as a non-traditional family in any way - you are welcome here! Come on in! [If you have questions about whether this group is right for you, please ask. We try to be very open-minded.

Our purpose is to support and educate those who want to take steps towards a more humane lifestyle. We realize that people define their beliefs differently; we all must do what works for ourselves.  :>

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We are looking to expand the group, so that our meetup/ playdates will involve more vegans!  Especially since most of us homeschool our child/ren.  :o