Vegetarian Society (Singapore) facts for kids

The Vegetarian Society (Singapore), or VSS, is a special group that doesn't aim to make money. It's also open to everyone, no matter their beliefs. This group started in Singapore in 1999. Its main goal is to teach people about vegetarianism. It also helps connect people and groups who eat or support plant-based diets. VSS is the biggest community in Singapore for people who are vegetarian, vegan, or eat mostly plants. A big part of what they do is encouraging everyone to try a plant-based diet.

VSS works with bigger groups like the International Vegetarian Union (IVU) and the Asian Vegetarian Union (AVU). This helps them share ideas and work together with similar groups around the world.

What VSS Does

The Vegetarian Society (Singapore) organizes many activities to promote plant-based eating. They hold events, share information, and run campaigns.

Past Events and Publications

VSS has been involved in many important events and shared useful information.

• In January 2007, they helped organize the 1st Southeast Asia Vegetarian Congress. This big meeting took place in Batam, Indonesia.
• In July 2015, Dr. George Jacobs, a leader at VSS, was interviewed in the Singapore Press Holdings. The article was called "Going green for life, Food confidential."
• In April 2015, the Singapore Press Holdings also featured VSS. This article, "More choices for Vegetarians," included comments from President George Jacobs and Secretary Pauline Menezes.

VSS Campaigns

VSS creates campaigns to help people think about their food choices.

• In 2010, VSS helped start "Veggie Thursday." This project involved over 25 groups in Singapore. It encouraged people to eat more plant-based foods.
• In 2014, the Vegetarian Society launched a big poster campaign. They spent $50,000 on advertisements. These posters were put up in Mass Rapid Transit (MRT) stations. The campaign aimed to make people think about how much meat they eat.

Key People at VSS

Many dedicated people have helped VSS grow and achieve its goals.

• George Jacobs is a well-known leader of VSS. He served as the president from 2003 to 2012. He then returned to serve as president again starting in 2015.

See Also

• EarthFest (SG)
• List of vegetarian festivals
• List of vegetarian organizations
• International Vegetarian Union
• Vegetarian Society
• List of vegetarian restaurants