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United States Genesis Butler is a renowned Afro-Indigenous animal rights and environmental activist, recognized for her advocacy for animal welfare and climate action.
Featured as part of the brand's Conversations for Change series.
Worked with Farm Sanctuary to promote a plant-based diet.
Worked with the Humane Society of the United States to promote a plant-based diet.
Worked with Mercy for Animals to promote a plant-based diet.
Served as an ambassador, promoting a plant-based diet and its benefits.
Featured in Disney's 2020 Marvel Villain Project.
Genesis Butler became a vegan at the age of six, a decision influenced by her great-uncle, civil rights leader Cesar Chavez, and her discovery of the origins of her food. By the age of eight, she had successfully campaigned for the Long Beach, California city council to endorse ‘Meatless Mondays’. At ten, her TEDx talk, ‘A Ten Year-Old’s Vision for Healing the Planet,’ highlighted the environmental impact of animal agriculture, marking her as an emerging voice in environmental advocacy. She also founded Genesis for Animals, a non-profit organization dedicated to raising funds for animal sanctuaries globally.
Her career progression includes significant engagements with prominent organizations. In 2019, she served as the spokesperson for People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) in their proposal to Pope Francis, offering a $1 million donation to a charity of his choice if he supported veganism for Lent. She made a similar appeal to Prince William in 2023. Butler founded Youth Climate Save, the first global youth-led climate movement to specifically address the link between animal agriculture and climate change, further establishing her role as a leader in youth climate action.
At 17, Butler remains a central figure in youth activism, drawing attention to the interconnectedness of animal rights and the climate crisis. Her work with organizations like VEDGEco, PETA, and the Animal Rights National Conference demonstrates her ongoing commitment to these causes. Her efforts have been recognized by various platforms, including her feature in Disney’s 2020 Marvel Villain Project, solidifying her status as a notable young activist.
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