Interviewing Roqaia Albeesh: Bridging Veganism and Social Justice in the Middle East
Roqaia Albeesh, aka The Syrian Vegan, is a prominent figure in the vegan community, celebrated for her efforts to promote veganism within the Syrian community and across the Middle East. A passionate Damascene activist, her work extends beyond animal rights and environmental sustainability; she is also an advocate for the vulnerable people in the Levant and beyond, uplifting the demands for freedom and safety.
Interviewing Ebrahim Ramzat, an inspiring vegan advocate, plant-based & sustainable lifestyle influencer
Today, we have the privilege of featuring Ebrahim Ramzat, a well-known vegan influencer originally from Syria who moved to the UAE at the age of three and recently relocated to Canada. Ebrahim’s advocacy for plant-based living has been instrumental in inspiring many to adopt a healthier and more sustainable lifestyle. His journey and insights have resonated widely, impacting Middle Eastern communities and beyond.
Interview with Zena Rkein, an inspiring Vegan Activist and Journalist
In a region often overshadowed by conflict and humanitarian crises, Zena Rkein emerges as a beacon of hope and compassion. A dedicated vegan activist and journalist, Zena has been instrumental in promoting plant-based living and animal rights in Lebanon and the wider Middle East. Based in Lebanon, she has been vegan since 2019 and specializes in media and journalism. Zena participates in street activism and is actively involved with the Lebanese Vegans NGO in their relief campaign in distributing ready meals and clothes to the homeless in the Beirut region on a weekly basis and especially lately distributing ready meals to the displaced people caused by the Israeli heavy bombing in the South of Lebanon and some areas in Beirut.
Interview with Ahmed Labban, AKA The Shadow, a vegan and a professional MMA fighter
Today, we have the pleasure of interviewing a professional MMA fighter who proves that a vegan diet can support athletic excellence and that strength can coexist with compassion for animals. Ahmed Labban, also known as "The Shadow," is a Lebanese MMA fighter with a professional record of of 13 wins and 3x World Kickboxing Champ.
Interview with Nuhad Sheikh, an Animal Rights Activist, Founder of Refq, & Creator of The Vegan Yogi
The Middle East Vegan Society had the pleasure of meeting Mrs. Nuhad Sheikh, a vegan and animal rights activist whose motivations have changed because of her first rescued cat. In addition to being the creator of "Asante" bags—an artistic idea with opulent finishing that is created ethically and with love—Nuhad is also the founder of "RefQ," the first NGO in Northern Lebanon aimed at helping animals. Nuhad is also the creator of "The Vegan Yogi," plant-based foods for which her product, Vegan Yogi Labneh, recently got featured among Horecasho Innovations of the Year.
Interview With Patrick Aramouni, A Vegan Athlete, Coach, Self-Taught Cook, and Blogger
Utilizing his diverse skills as a self-taught cook, blogger, YouTuber, recipe maker, and advisor, Patrick shares his transformative journey across social media platforms like YouTube and TikTok, offering insights into his daily meals, delicious plant-based recipes, and effective workout routines.
Interview with Sharbel Balloutine, A vegan activist and fitness coach from Palestine
Sharbel Balloutine is a Palestinian vegan activist who created the word الخُضْرِيّ (al-khodri) which entered the Arabic lexicon at the intersection of health and ethics. This word was first introduced in his book, entitled “الخُضْريّة - تعامل أسمى للإنسان مع الأرض والحيوان” which translates to “Veganism - a supreme treatment of Man with Land and Animals." Additionally, he founded an organization called "Vegans for Humanity" that promotes veganism.
Interview with Sara Banna, an inspiring activist and accomplished chef in the vegan community.
Sara's primary goal is to promote happiness, veganism, and the well-being of vegan society in Jordan. She tirelessly advocates for animal care in Amman and emphasizes its correlation with human health. Notably, Sara is the visionary behind Bayt Sara, Jordan's first BeVeG Certified Vegan restaurant.
An Interview with Nada K: Empowering Animal Rights and Veganism in Palestine
Today, our interview is with Ms. Nada K, an animal rescuer affiliated with Baladi Palestine Animal Rescue. She is based in Jerusalem and is known for her passion for animal welfare and veganism.
Interviewing Dr. Faraz Harsini, Founder of Allied Scholars for Animal Protection
The Middle East Vegan Society had the chance to interview Dr. Faraz Harsini, the founder and CEO of Allied Scholars for Animal Protection (ASAP), a nonprofit that supports, unites, educates, and empowers students to fight human and non-human oppression in universities in a systemic, sustainable, and effective manner.