The AVA Summit is an international conference series for advocates focusing on systemic change and working on various strategies toward one shared vision:
Removing animals from our food system and other human use.
Together,
#WeAreAVA
Improve your skills • Inspire your peers • Increase your impact
AVA Summit
Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya
July 17-20, 2025
AVA Summit Kenya is a first-of-its-kind gathering designed specifically for advocates across the continent working to advance farmed animal protection. This highly specialized event brings together 250+ advocates, leaders, and funders for regionally focused sessions, skill-building workshops, and meaningful networking opportunities. Join us in Nairobi to connect with fellow changemakers and collaborate on solutions tailored to the African advocacy landscape.​​
AVA Academy India
Delhi, India
September 30-October 2, 2025
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AVA Academy India, taking place in New Delhi, is the first full-scale edition of our hands-on, skill-based training program designed to equip animal advocates with the tools to drive impact. Tailored to the region’s unique challenges and opportunities, this immersive learning experience will offer expert-led training in Organizational Leadership, Fundraising, and Animal Law & Policy.
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Applications open now through August 1, 2025.
AVA Summit
India
Delhi, India
October 3-5, 2025
AVA Summit India is a regional event tailored to the unique cultural and advocacy landscape of India. With 500+ activists, researchers, and leaders coming together, this Summit provides a space for advocates to share strategies, gain specialized training, and strengthen regional collaborations to drive change for farmed animals.​
AVA Summit Argentina
Buenos Aires, Argentina
late January or early February 2026
AVA Summit Argentina is a movement-building event created for advocates across the region working to transform the future for farmed animals. Bringing together 750+ attendees, this Summit offers expert-led sessions, hands-on workshops, and strategic networking—all designed to meet the specific challenges and opportunities of Argentinian advocacy.
More information coming soon
What people are saying about AVA events
"It was magic!"
Ciara Lynch, Veganuary
"If you were to only choose one conference to go to, we would recommend this one."
Sofia Balderson & Constance Li
Hive
"This was a golden opportunity!"
Kushagra Bhardwaj, Animal Advocate
"Connecting with a diverse group of people in the animal and vegan advocacy movement has granted me the opportunity to hear fresh, new ideas."
Naijha Wright-Brown, Black Veg Society
"AVA is an anchor for our movement."
Meghan O’Brien Lowery,
The Greenbaum Foundation
"AVA is the highlight of the year for networking, fundraising, strategy meetings, and staff connection."
Monica Chen, New Roots Institute
"An incredibly well-run event."
James Morgan, Vegan Hacktivists
"Events that I call life-changing."
Ana Carranza, Animal Advocate
"I met with multiple people who will impact my work profoundly."
"Phenomenal opportunity!"
Ellen Dent, Plant Based Treaty
Ailya Khan, Animal Advocate
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