Elena Waldman

Elena developed an interest in animal rights in high school after she was given a copy of Peter Singer’s Animal Liberation, which encouraged her to combine her passion for writing with her hunger for animal liberation. After graduating from Colorado State University in Fort Collins, she joined PETA’s content team so that she could make a bigger impact for animals while working alongside inspiring, like-minded people. In her free time, she enjoys playing guitar, skateboarding, thrifting, and adding to her vast collection of vegan skincare and makeup products.

Wyoming’s ‘Bucking Horse and Rider’ License Plate Logo Belongs in the Rearview Mirror—PETA Urges State Lawmakers to Take Action

As Wyoming rolls out its new license plates for 2025, PETA’s asking the state’s legislative leaders to give a “buck” about horses and other animals used in cruel rodeos.

Victory! Event Company Peels Away From the Monkey-Exploiting ‘Banana Derby’

After hearing from PETA, a company has peeled away from a notorious monkey-exploiting exhibit known as “the Banana Derby.”

4 Ways to Protect Bulls on Anti-Bullfighting Day and Beyond

For PETA and other bull defenders around the world, every day is Anti-Bullfighting Day. Here are four simple ways YOU can help bulls.

Goats and Camels Break Loose at Ohio Theme Park in Ongoing Series of Animal Escapes

Has “Jumanji” become a reality? In the last few months, exploited animals’ bid for freedom has led to multiple dangerous incidents and one death.

From Students to Slaughterers: How Bullfighting Schools Normalize Bloodshed

Teaching violence and abuse is not “education.” Find out what happens at bullfighting schools and how YOU can speak out against them.

Hot off the Press: Damning E-Mails Released Concerning Hellhole Miami Seaquarium

Just-released records showing e-mails between the Miami Seaquarium’s veterinary staff and management reveal serious concerns.

Debbie ‘Dolittle for Animals’—Why You Should Never Visit THIS Sleazy Petting Zoo

A PETA complaint prompted an investigation into a hellhole known as Debbie Dolittle’s Indoor Petting Zoo. Here’s what animal control officials found.

Victory! Colombia Moves to Spare Bulls With Historic Bullfighting Ban

Victory! Colombia is no longer on the horrible and small list of countries that still allow bullfighting.

Bill Pushing for Phase-Out of Animal Dissection Advances

Talk about a class act! THIS new bill could help modernize science education in classrooms AND foster a more compassionate learning environment.

Animal Companions
Snip, Snip, Hooray! 229 Cats and Dogs ‘Fixed’ at Galax Spay/Neuter Clinic

How many cats and dogs did PETA “fix” in Galax, Virginia? See how we’re curbing the animal overpopulation and homelessness crises one snip at a time!

PETA Ad Blasts Prosecutor for Refusing to Seek Justice for Blood Bank’s Victims

PETA sent another bold message to Jackson County Prosecutor Jeffrey Chalfant urging him to take action for cats deprived of veterinary care at a blood bank hellhole. Find out how YOU can help.

We Asked Top U.S. Car Brands for Their New Vegan Interior Car Models—and They Didn’t Disappoint

There are more vegan car models than ever before! Check out the 2024 U.S. vegan car interior inventory from top brands.

The Fatal Consequences of Cub-Petting Operations

Multiple incidents in April 2024 laid bare the dangerous—and even fatal—consequences of normalizing direct encounters with bears.

Animal Companions
Poochella Is Back! Local Animal Shelters Raised the ‘Woof’ at PETA’s Canine Adoption Fest

“Paws” the music—PETA’s Coachella spin-off was an unforgettable event for all. Meet some of the dazzling, four-legged headliners of Poochella 2024.

PETA Sends Former President Trump a Gift After He Says He Has to Try Vegan

When former president Donald Trump tries vegan food, it’s gonna be huge. That’s why PETA sent him a gift basket of vegan goodies!

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