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.

Glen Powell Taking a selfie with PETA Protestors against the Rodeo Scene in Twisters

PETA Stirs Up a Storm Over Rodeo Depiction in ‘Twisters,’ Tells Universal to Buck Up and Add a Cruelty Disclaimer!

To call out Universal Pictures for glorifying rodeos in “Twisters,” PETA’s stirring up a storm that even Glen Powell won’t be able to wrangle.

Take Action

(left) missing facebook post for a dog (right) human appears to use a dog who is tied to a tree for gun target practice

Suspects Charged After Allegedly Using Lost Dog for ‘Target Practice’; TeachKind Offers Support Through Humane Education

Etowah County, Alabama, community members are grappling with a senseless act of cruelty against a lost dog. TeachKind is stepping in to help.

Take Action

Facebook | Nicholas Jared Wayne

Horses running through field, Keith Urban in orange circle

Every Animal Is ‘Somebody Like You’—PETA Urges Keith Urban to Skip Rodeos

Every animal is “somebody like you.” In a letter to Keith Urban, PETA asked the country singer to steer clear of cruel rodeos.

Take Action

© StarMaxInc.com

happy dog out for a walk

Animal Companions

These Compassionate Cities Are Going Fireworks-Free This Fourth

The frenzy of Fourth of July fireworks can be a nightmare for animals—which is why THESE compassionate cities are embracing animal-friendly celebrations.

Take Action

© iStock.com/PeopleImages

free horses on a grassy hill next to an image of wyoming license plate mockups

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.

Take Action

monkey on a dog at banana derby with victory text

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.”

Take Action

two bulls showing affection

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.

Take Action

camel in enclosure with roller coaster in the background

Cedar Point Exhibitor Cited Over Goat and Camel Escapes in Ongoing Series of Similar Incidents

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

Take Action

bullfight

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.

Take Action

PETA Protest at The Miami Seaquarium Features Dolphin Mascot

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.

Take Action

Animal Deaths, Human Injuries—Debbie Dolittle’s Petting Zoo Is an Experience No One Wants

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.

Take Action

two bulls showing affection

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.

Take Action

Spotted frog pokes out of grass

California: Save Animals and Modernize Science Class!

Dissecting animals has no place in a modern classroom, and has shown to deter students from going into the sciences—and they deserve better.

Take Action

person and companion dog at spay/neuter clinic in galax, virginia

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!

Take Action

newspaper page with cats fox and vivi who were found it peta's investigation into the veterinarians' blood bank

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.

Take Action

Get PETA Updates