RIP Pepe, the philosopher-president! Like Mandela, made from a hard and rare material, Mujica went from intrepid revolutionary to open-minded democratically elected president, changing his views but preserving his humility and frugality. www.npr.org/2025/05/13/nx-s1-5288793/uruguay-jose-…
Uruguay's former President José Mujica dies at 89 : NPR
José Mujica, the charismatic former guerrilla fighter who later went on to lead Uruguay and became known as "the world's poorest president" for his austere…
In an EU where the rise of the xenophobe right also raises borders once more, wolf populations, just recovered from near extinction, are again under threat: www.nytimes.com/2025/05/12/opinion/europe-borders-…
UK-Spain: TTG reports that overtourism protests and angst are brushed aside by travel agents who sometimes have to convince the more anxious among elderly visitors that protests are just about 'Airbnb'. So it's business as usual in terms of demand unless something extraordinary really happens. www.ttgmedia.com/sustainability/agents-forced-to-r…
TTG - Sustainability - Agents forced to reassure 'anxious' clients about Spain after last summer's protests
Several travel agents have told TTG their clients had to be reassured about travelling to Spain this year, because of perceived anti-tourist sentiments
Republic of the Congo: An investigation by Omnia Strategy (a specialist Human Rights law firm led by Cherie Blair, hired by African Parks) following allegations (by Survival International and Mail on Sunday) of human rights abuses at Odzala National Park comitted by park guards against Baka community members, has concluded. The detailed findings and recommendations are being kept secret, however... Show more
Gaza: The last restaurant, a Thai restaurant, is no more. The fact that there was still a restaurant while there is no food is by itself amazing. But the main questions are, what will it take for this nightmare to stop, how much damage to our collective psyche, how much cynicism is this mindless slaughter causing, and for how many generations the generated hatred will last in the area... Show more
Covid: we still do not know for sure if it was a product of a natural mutation or a deliberate combination, if it was a lab or a wet market accident. In every case China and the US (and others) should cooperate, rather than blame each other, so that we all avoid a repetition! www.nytimes.com/2025/05/07/science/covid-coronavir…
Tanzania: The Zanzibar Tourism Commission (Web: www.zanzibartourism.go.tz) issued a stark 'reminder on proper dress code' to Hotels and Tour Operators holding them responsible if tourists do not cover up and threatening "establishments and individuals" with "strict penalties and legal actions" from May 1, 2025. The warning was posted on the Commissions' Facebook page. It is unclear what... Show more
India: A group of Jenu Kuruba, the indigenous people evicted from Karnataka's Nagarhole Tiger Reserve, 40 years ago, have returned and started building houses the traditional way. Survival International has called on the Indian government not only to accept the fact, but to encourage more Jenu Kuruba to return "as tigers thrive alongside the Indigenous people". What is clear is that the fortress... Show more
India: Evicted tribe re-occupies their homes inside famous tiger reserve, in landmark event
In unprecedented action, Jenu Kuruba people return to their forest at Nagarhole
At the young age of 99, and ever optimistic, the legendary naturalist-documentarist Sir David Attenborough is still campaigning and enlightening us about the paramount importance of safeguarding our planet's ecosystems. His movie-length 'Ocean' documentary premieres tonight at London's Royal Festival Hall.
Voluntourism: an interesting selection of options from NY Times, with a passing reference that it may have more to do with a 'saviour complex' rather than meaningfully/effectively supporting conservation/real progress in those destinations. For example, instead of taking the trip and paying most of the funds to airlines, organizers etc, consider the alternative of donating the same amount to an... Show more
Description
Our tour teams are seeking outgoing crew members and leaders to join our education and outreach crews. With multiple crews on the road, you have endless opportunities for adventure and to make a difference!
TeachKind tours bring our animatronic educators, Carly the cow and Ellie the elephant, to elementary schools nationwide, encouraging kids to get active for animals!
peta2 tours educate the public and distribute literature on college campuses with our Abduction tour, at music festivals and tours, or in other public spaces.
Position Objective:
To travel on TeachKind and peta2’s tours. You may be considered for the following tours: Carly the Cow and Ellie the Elephant tours, Abduction virtual-reality campus tour, or peta2’s concert tours.
What to Expect:
This is a full-time, traveling position and you are expected to travel extensively (driving a box truck or other large vehicles from city to city) on tours starting immediately after being hired. You’ll live on the road throughout tour seasons each year: winter/spring, summer, and fall. Altogether, this equates to 7 - 9 months on the road each year, give or take, with breaks in between tour seasons.
Looking for something shorter? We also have temporary positions that last 1-2 months.
While on the road, in addition to hourly pay, a daily food stipend is provided and hotel and travel costs are paid. You will represent PETA, handle administrative tasks for the tour, and deliver a compelling message against cruelty to animals to young people.
Between tours, you may assist other departments at PETA with tasks that reflect your strengths. This could include helping the Campaign’s team with demos, outreach at festivals, or working remotely to help the TeachKind team with projects.
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:
• Ability to travel full-time starting immediately and until the completion of each tour
• Confidence in and ability to drive a large box truck safely from stop to stop on tour
• Carefully load and unload tour materials at each tour stop
• Give educational presentations about empathy and kindness to animals to large groups of students
• You may handle administrative tasks (such as expense reports, thorough nightly reports, inventory reports) and more
• Help with PETA expenses for the tour team
• Liaise with PETA office staffers about daily event reports and weekly highlight reports
• Help coordinate the travel logistics for assigned tours and events
• Knowledgeably perform animal rights outreach for several hours each day
• Perform maintenance addressing any technical issues right away with the team
• Build connections to promote objectives
• Report on and fulfill campaign objectives such as advocacy material distribution and more
• You may act as a spokesperson for pitches to the media
• Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor
Requirements
• You must be comfortable driving for long periods and driving bigger vehicles, like box trucks
• Willingness and ability to travel full-time and extensively
• Extensive activism experience
• Leadership skills, a plus
• Proven excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proven knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA campaigns
• Demonstrated willingness and ability to initiate conversations about animal rights and communicate effectively with a variety of people
• Ability to work well with people of all ages and backgrounds
• Interest/experience with working with young students, a plus for TeachKind Tours
• Prepared and able to commit to working outside in all weather conditions
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Strong verbal and written communications skills
• Problem-solving abilities and responsible judgment is a must
• Adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
• Able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. repeatedly
• Ability to walk and stand for several hours at a time
• Support for PETA's philosophy and the ability to professionally advocate PETA's positions on issues
• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. driver's license and passport, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record
• Commitment to the objectives of the organization