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 United States
Los Angeles, California
May 15-18, 2025
​AVA Summit US 2025 is our flagship event, bringing together over 800 advocates and activists for a dynamic, movement-building experience. Join us in Los Angeles for expert-led sessions, hands-on workshops, and unparalleled networking designed to strengthen connections and advance impact for farmed animals.
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Standard registration is open now. Click the "JOIN" button to the left to learn more and register
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Speaker Applications are closed as of February 15, 2025.
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Travel Award Scholarship Applications are closed as of January 15, 2025.
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Exhibit Hall Registration is opening end of February.
Grantee Day United States
Los Angeles, California
Thursday, May 15, 2025
Grantees Day is a dedicated space for funders and grantees to connect, exchange insights, and explore opportunities for greater impact in the movement. Learn more about this exclusive event, how to participate, and how it fosters collaboration and strategic giving.
AVA Academy United States
Los Angeles, California
Sunday, May 18, 2025
AVA Academy is a hands-on, skill-based training program designed to help animal advocacy professionals strengthen their leadership, fundraising, and policy expertise. This pilot program launches at AVA Summit US 2025 with limited spots available. Learn more about this application-based opportunity and how to get involved.
AVA Summit
Africa
Nairobi, Kenya
July 17-20, 2025
AVA Summit Africa 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.
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Standard registration is open now through February 1st, 2025. Click the "JOIN" button to the left to learn more and register
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Speaker Applications are open NOW through May 14, 2025
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Travel Award Scholarship Applications are opening March 4, 2025
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Exhibit Hall Registration is opening toward the end of March 2025
AVA Academy Asia
Delhi, India
October 2025
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AVA Academy Asia, taking place in India, 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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More information coming soon
AVA Summit
Asia
Delhi, India
October 2025
AVA Summit Asia is a regional event tailored to the unique cultural, policy, and advocacy landscape of Asia. With 250+ 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.
More information coming soon
AVA Summit Latin America
Buenos Aires, Argentina
late January or early February 2026
AVA Summit Latin America 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 Latin American 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
Thank you to our Sponsors
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