Humane Society - Taking Action for Animals '08

Reprinted from the Humane Society

Register Today for the Event of the Summer!


So much has happened for animal protection in the last year, and it's time to gather together to push the cause forward. After the Michael Vick case exposed the world to illegal dogfighting, learn what you can do to combat animal fighting in your community. After the slaughter of sick and crippled cows led to the largest recall of meat in our nation's history, learn what you can do to protect farm animals from cruelty and abuse. As the November elections approach, learn about animal issues that will be on the ballot and how you can pass laws to protect animals.

Registration is now open for Taking Action for Animals 2008, the leading national conference of the animal advocacy movement. I invite you to join me July 19-21 in the Washington, D.C. area for this special event designed to motivate, inspire, and teach advocates from around the globe.

Register today to take advantage of the early registration rate of $140, which includes a welcome reception on Friday evening, lunches on Saturday and Sunday, and a special banquet dinner on Saturday evening featuring comedian Carol Leifer and entertainment by the comedy troupe Capitol Steps.

During the conference, you can network with national leaders and hundreds of grassroots advocates. Some of the more than 75 renowned conference speakers include:

Gene Baur, president and founder of Farm Sanctuary, author of Farm Sanctuary: Changing Hearts and Minds about Animals and Food
U.S. Congressman Earl Blumenauer (D-Ore.), 2007 Humane Legislator of the Year
Jarrod Cooper, safety for the Oakland Raiders
Karen Dawn, founder of DawnWatch, author of Thanking the Monkey: Rethinking the Way We Treat Animals
Rory Freedman, author of Skinny Bitch and Skinny Bitch in the Kitch
Jana Kohl, author of A Rare Breed of Love: The True Story of Baby and the Mission She Inspired to Help Dogs Everywhere
Wayne Pacelle, president and CEO of The Humane Society of the United States
Joe Trippi, political consultant, author of The Revolution Will Not Be Televised:
Democracy, the Internet and the Overthrow of Everything
Stephanie Vance, The Advocacy Guru at Advocacy Associates, author of Government by the People: How to Communicate with Congress
The conference's convenient location allows easy access to the entire D.C. area. You'll attend sessions and training workshops throughout the weekend. Then head to Capitol Hill on Monday for Lobby Day, where you will get hands-on experience advocating for animal protection legislation with others from your home state, and join a rally at the U.S. Capitol to stop puppy mills.


I look forward to seeing you in July at the 2008 Taking Action for Animals conference.

Sincerely,

Mike Markarian
Executive Vice President, The Humane Society of the United States
President, Humane Society Legislative Fund

P.S. A group room rate is available for conference attendees at the Hyatt Regency Crystal City for $147 per night (single/double occupancy). For reservations call the hotel's reservation department at 703-418-1234, Hyatt Central Reservations at 800-233-1234 or visit the hotel's website and mention Taking Action for Animals (group code G-HMS1).

P.P.S. If you're affiliated with an organization or company, consider becoming a sponsor or exhibitor at Taking Action for Animals. You can maximize your visibility in the animal protection field by showcasing your products, services or cause.

P.P.P.S. Can't make it? Please complete our regret survey to help us better accommodate you next year.




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