Events and bootcamps

“Full of incredible activists, campaigners, workshops and food. There's no other training or event like it. I will be bringing so much experience back with me to my local groups.”

- Gathering 2026 attendee, local group member

“I am new to activism and was almost put off going because I thought I wouldn't fit in… How wrong I was! The majority of the content was pitched at a level accessible to anyone… I never once felt like an outsider, and although it was handy to see a couple of faces I knew, I spoke to far more people that I didn't know. I made some great contacts for activism closer to where I live and met some amazing, inspiring people… I am extremely grateful for this event and happy I attended. I look forward to the next one!”

- Gathering 2026 attendee, new to activism

“I love how inspired I feel coming away from this event: I spent a weekend on a sanctuary, with such lovely, interesting, and powerful people, giving me such drive to kick our campaign to the next level. It was a well organised event with a great community feel. I absolutely love that it was a free event, as the cost of other conferences and festivals are often a barrier for me to attend. The food supplied by Veggies was also amazing! I am definitely returning next year.”

- Gathering 2026 attendee, local campaigner

“The Animal Freedom Network gathering was a super exciting and immersive experience; it felt like a safe oasis with other activists who aren't afraid of getting more radical in the actions we plan and making victory for the animals feel more achievable.”

- Gathering 2026 attendee

“The AFN gathering was a fantastic chance to network with other activists, find out more about all the campaigns going on across the country, and learn how to be more effective activists. The message was well thought out, and everyone's experience and expertise were so valuable, even to those of us who have been doing activism for years. I am used to going to networking events and listening to talks where I am just told lots of things I already know, but at this event I genuinely felt like I learned a lot and came away emboldened and enriched.”

- Gathering 2026 attendee, long-time activist

“The South Coast Activist Bootcamp was such an awesome way to share knowledge and ideas with like minded people and it was a huge amount of fun too! I left feeling incredibly optimistic about the future of grass roots organising in the UK and would recommend anyone even vaguely involved in animal rights campaigning to go to a bootcamp, get inspired and turbo boost your activism!”

- Sarah

“Huge privilege to take part in a training day that has it all in terms of learning about how to get stuff done to change things for animals. Makes everyone feel they can have a role, and you'll connect with amazing people to keep the momentum long after the day has finished.”

- Clare

“I found it really useful to attend the Animal Freedom Network bootcamp. It covered a diverse range of topics that activists need to know, from the legal side to engaging with the media for event coverage. The event was also useful for networking, and it was a relaxed, positive, welcoming environment. The information provided is useful for both newcomers and experienced activists, and the quality of the educational materials provided was outstanding. Would highly recommend attending this to anyone interested in animal activism!”

- Aaron

“Such an amazing experience! A full day immersed in a vibrant, like-minded community, with so much shared knowledge in one room. The energy was incredible, the talks and workshops inspiring, and it genuinely felt enriching on so many levels. I left feeling motivated, supported, and with my activism stronger because of it. Very grateful to have been part of this, and hoping for more to come!”

- Darja

“A breath of fresh air! The energy was electric, swirling with ideas and enthusiasm - and the workshops were informative, interactive and just plain fun! I met so many amazing people, and really feel part of a wider movement which is ready to take on the Goliath we are facing. Can't wait for the next one.”

- Cherry