“Every contribution helps them continue their advocacy and make this trip possible.”
The festival features a range of vegan influencers, as well as music and comedy performances.
Peterson is listed on the line-up for the event, described as being known “for her bold and attention-grabbing approach activism”.
“Tash’s work highlights the pervasive issue of speciesism and aims to abolish all forms of animal exploitation and slavery,” her write-up states.
“Her controversial style, which often includes acts of civil disobedience, serves as a catalyst for social awareness and change, as she believes media exposure is essential to raising visibility for animal rights.
“Through her activism, Tash seeks to challenge societal norms, advocating for a world where animals are no longer viewed as property or commodities but as beings with intrinsic rights.”
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Peterson has made a name for herself as one of Australia’s most controversial vegan activists, staging protests outside restaurants and at agricultural shows.
Her latest post on her Instagram page details the extensive legal fallout of her dedication to veganism, which includes being slapped with 30 police “move on” orders, three restraining orders and 17 criminal convictions.
She has paid out over $10,000 in legal fines, more than $500,000 in defamation damages and completed 30 hours of community service.
Peterson is also banned for life from Perth’s Crown Towers, banned from four pubs and clubs in WA, banned from all Coles and Woolworths stores for two years, banned from all Victorian racecourses for two years, Ascot racecourse in Perth for two years and Optus Stadium and all AFL games for three years.
Peterson was contacted for comment.
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