NA Past Conferences
| Annual | Year | Institution | Theme |
| 20 | 2020 | Salt Lake Community College |  |
| 19 | 2019 | Salt Lake Community College |  |
| 18 | 2018 | Fort Lewis College | |
| 17 | 2017 | Fort Lewis College |  |
| 16 | 2016 | Fort Lewis College |  |
| 15 | 2015 | Binghamton University |  |
| 14 | 2014 | Rice University |  |
| 13 | 2013 | Minneapolis Community and Technical College |  North American Conference for Critical Animal Studies |
| 12 | 2012 | Canisius College |  From Greece to Wall St.: Global Economic Revolutions and Critical Animal Studies MAD Update, SLAPP Lawsuits, and the 2012 North American Critical Animal Studies Conference |
| 11 | 2011 | Brock University
| Thinking About Animals |
| 10 | 2010 | SUNY Cortland | Abolition, Liberation, and the Intersections within Social Justice Movements |
| 9 | 2009 | Yale University | Transforming Higher Education Into an Ethical Space and Place for Learning |
| 8 | 2008 | University of Montana | Animal and Earth Advocacy: Links of Life |
| 7 | 2007 | University of Maine | Bringing Human/Animal Studies into Academia: Issues and Moral Dilemmas Saturday, April 7, 2007 6th Annual Conference of the Center on Animal Liberation Affairs Theme: “Bringing Human/Animal Studies into Academia: Issues and Moral Dilemmas” Hosted at the University of Maine in Orono Info: http://www.cala-online.org or e-mail info@cala-online.org |
| 6 | 2006 | Syracuse University | Organization and Education For Liberation |
| 5 | 2005 | Syracuse University | Three Conferences in One ______________ Annual Animal Liberation Philosophy and Policy Conference on 23 April 2005. State Your Re-Action Conference 24 April 2005 __________ April 22, 2005- Total Liberation and Political Repression April 23, 2005 – Student Activism in Higher Education and April 24, 2005 “State Your Re-Action to State Repression” Conference SARO (Syracuse Animal Rights Organization) Syracuse, New York,is proud to present it’s first annual Animal Liberation Student Association Conference. This conference is a FREE 3 day long even from April 23 to the 25th at Syracuse University. The confernce will cover all forms of animal liberation, with a strong focus on direct action and the ALF. Speakers include: Ashanti Alston, former Member of the Black Panther Party & Black Liberation Army Prisoner of War Matt Ball, Co-founder of Vegan Outreach Steve Best, Chair of the Philosophy Department, University of Texas, El Paso Joel Capolongo, long-time Animal Defense League activist Karen Davis, founder and President of United Poultry Concerns Laura Duccesch, Director of Education at Animalearn Lauren Eastwood Sociology Department, Syracuse University Dr Joshua Frank, Executive Director of FIREPAW, Inc. Josh Harper, Filmmaker and Activist, reclaimmedia.com Brian Heck, Syracuse Animal Rights Organization (S.A.R.O.) Nik Hensey, former ALF spokesperson in Los Angeles and grassroots organizer Kevin Jonas, organizer of SHAC/USA (Stop Huntingdon Animal Cruelty) pattrice jones, cofounder of the Eastern Shore Sanctuary and Education Center Dr. Lisa Kemmerer, Montana State University Erik Marcus, vegan writer and animal rights advocate Anthony J. Nocella II, Syracuse University, Doctorate Student and co author of Terrorists or Freedom Fighters? Reflections on the Liberation of Animals. Lawrence Sampson, American Indian Movement Maxwell Schnurer , Professor of Debate, Marist College, Poughkeepsie, New York Andy Stephanian, former Animal Liberation Front prisoner and member of Animal Defense League Long Island Jeff Watkins, co-founder of Animal Defense League and MORE for more info please visit: http://www.cala-online.org/Student_A…ion/events.htm _______________________ April 24, 2005, Syracuse University Sponsored by Syracuse Animal Rights Organization, Center for Animal Liberation Affairs, Syracuse Food Not Bombs, Syracuse Anarchist Black Cross, and Central New York Earth First! Free! On September 11, 2001, the political landscape changed dramatically. Instantaneously, it became unpatriotic to criticize President Bush, the government, or US policy on any front. Activist groups like the Sierra Club announced that they were indefinitely suspending all criticism against Bush’s pro-corporate agenda as the nation tried to pull together.” (Best and Nocella, 2004, p. 9). The depletion of civil rights and freedoms are nowhere more obvious than with the October 26, 2001 passage of the USA PATRIOT Act, which gave the green light to the government to have unlimited mobility of their powers of surveillance, search and seizure, detention, and suppression of dissent. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) believes, Many parts of this sweeping legislation [PATRIOT Act] take away checks on law enforcement and threaten the very rights and freedoms that we are struggling to protect. For example, without a warrant and without probable cause, the FBI now has the power to access your most private medical records, your library records, and your student records… and can prevent anyone from telling you it was done. Neo-McCarthyism is upon us and the United States citizens are dumbfounded. All one needs to do is look around. The Mass arrest of nearly 500 nonviolent activists at the 2004 Republican National Convention in New York City, which the judge (State Supreme Court Justice John Cataldo) ordered the immediate release of just hours before President Bush’s speech at the Republican National Convention. Were not denied release by the city. The city was later fined in the refusal to comply with the judge’s order. Or look at the witch-hunt after animal rights activists that are involved in the international campaign Stop Huntingdon Animal Cruelty. “The government has issued a five-count federal indictment that charges each activist, and SHAC USA, with violations of the 1992 Animal Enterprise Protection Act, the first law that explicitly seeks to protect animal exploitation industries from animal rights protests.” The committee’s minority leader, Sen. Patrick Leahy (D-VT), refused to partake in a meeting to talk about the denial of these aboveground nonviolent animal rights activists as a serious threat. It was a “… corporate conspiracy masked as a Senate hearing. Instead, Leahy wrote a statement for the public record that vilified the proceedings, wherein he remarked that , “most Americans would not consider the harassment of animal testing facilities to be ‘terrorism,’ any more than they would consider anti-globalization protestors or anti-war protestors or women’s health activists to be terrorists.” Of course in this age of Neo-McCarthyism the landscape in the United States has changed dramatically from the 1950s, but the blueprint is still is the same. Communists are replaced with terrorists. Attorney General John Ashcroft played the role of Senator Joseph McCarthy (and it remains to be seen whether or not Alberto Gonzalez will continue to fill those shoes), and the Congressional Meetings on Eco-Terrorism stand in for the House Un-American Activities Committee. Similar to the past, the government is convincing the public that the enemy lurks not only outside our borders, but within them as well. The Administration might even say, “There are those in this country that are not with us.” The danger is said to be catastrophic, a demand for immediate measures, with no questioning of implementation of counter-action with no limitations. Please join us April 24th, 2005 at Syracuse University to begin to question U.S. policies. On April 24th, 2005, Syracuse University will be the site of a timely and highly important forum on civil liberties, the Bill of Rights, and freedom of expression, thought, and speech, at the State Your Re-Action to State Repression Conference. For information and inquiries, contact the Conference Committe staterepression@gmail.com Schedule Welcoming Opening Remarks (9:00-9:20) Facilitator: Alyson Newquist, Conference Commitee Member Professor Winston Grady-Willis, African American Studies at Syracuse University Different Political Campaigns Against Repression (9:30-11:10) Facilitator: Dr. Maxwell Schnurer, Marist College 1. Speaking in Defense of Lynne Stewart Laura Raymond, National Lawyers Guild 2. Speaking in Defense of Dr. Rafil Dhafir Madis Senner, Dr. Rafil Dhafir Defense Committee 3. Speaking in Defense of Jeffrey “Free” Luers , Friends of Jeffrey Luers Freedom of Speech and Action (11:20-12:50) Facilitator: Joel Capolongo, Conference Committee Member 1. SHAC7 Andy Stepanian, Animal Defense League 2. Fighting the PATRIOT Act Christine Rizzo, American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) 3. Speaking in Support of Revolution is the U.S. Leslie James Pickering, Arissa Press Lunch (12:50-1:40) Nationalism, Racism, and Identity (1:50-3:20) 1. The Case of Abu Ali Elaine Cassel, Author and professor of Law 2. From Fighting Terrorism Since 1492 to Ward Churchill Scott Richard Lyons, Native American Studies, Syracuse University 3. International Foreign Imperialism Professor Horace Campbell, Political Science and African American Studies, Syracuse University Alternatives to Repression (3:30-5:00) Facilitator: Jessica Maxwell, Syracuse Peace Council 1. Former Political Prisoner from the Jericho Movement 2. Abolish of Prisons Ashanti Alston, Critical Resistance 3. Prisonization of Communities: What are the Alternatives? Marsha Weissman, Director, Center for Community Alternatives and Alan Rosenthal, Director, Justice Strategies, Center for Community Alternatives Center for Community Alternatives (CCA) Community Dialogue on Creative Responses to Repression (5:00-5:40) Facilitators: Conflict Management Center (CMC), Maxwell School, Syracuse University Group Break Out Keynote Speaker (5:40-6:20) Facilitator: pattrice jones, Coordinator, Eastern Shore Sanctuary Terrorism: A Word Used to Repress Ann Hansen Closing Comments (6:20-6:40) Facilitator: Eli Moore, Conference Committee Member Professor Micere M. Githae Mugo Syracuse University, African American Studies |
| 4 | 2004 | Syracuse University | 1st First Annual Animal Liberation Student Association Conference April 23-25, 2004 Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York, USA The Syracuse Animal Rights Organization is pleased to announce the First Annual Student Association Conference on April 23-25, 2004 on the Syracuse University Campus. This two-day conference will feature guest speakers, panel discussions and presentations of papers by students–graduate and undergraduate. The conference is multi-disciplinary and encourages students from any course of study to submit proposals. Since presentations are limited to graduate and undergraduate students, the CALA Student Conference is an ideal place for a first conference presentation in an academic setting, especially for undergraduate students moving into graduate work. Hosted by The Student Environmental Action Coalition, Syracuse Animal Rights Organization, and The Center on Animal Liberation Affairs Sponsored by: www.getvegan.com, My Body Is My Temple, Cleveland Chapter of the American Indian Movement, Bite Back Magazine  Registration On behalf of Syracuse Animal Rights Organization (SARO) and the Center on Animal Liberation Affairs (CALA), I am very honored to announce that this national event, which will unite activists and academics together and include both outstanding figures involved with social justice struggles and members of the academic community, will be brought to you FREE OF CHARGE! As this event will not be aided by grants, private donations, or financial endorsements of any kind, we will be relying upon the tireless efforts volunteered by our above sponsors. Consequently, there will be a number of chances throughout the two days — tables will be set up off-campus at the show on Friday night and at the dinner on Saturday — to make a donation to Syracuse Animal Rights Organization, and I do ask that you consider making a donation if possible to this worthy cause, of: $10.00, if you are attending the conference (FREE FOR ALL) At this time, we are not asking donations of invited speakers because we are simply honored to host you. Again, please note, per university policy these are not charges for conference admission. Additionally, because SARO and CALA presently lack non-profit tax status, I am writing to ask that any and all donations be provided either in cash, or as a personal check addressed directly to me. Deadline: April 1, 2004 Fee: At this time, there is no fee to register. Subject to change. Accommodations: Reservations are the responsibility of all attendees. Remember to make reservations early for the best rates. Syracuse Hotel Directory Please download the MS Word registration form, fill out the information requested, and e-mail it as an attachment to register@cala-online.org. If you do not have MS Word, or you have difficulty downloading or sending this form, please contact us at the above address, or e-mail our webmaster. Thank you. Speakers Ashanti Alston, former Member of the Black Panther Party & Black Liberation Army Prisoner of War Matt Ball, Co-founder of Vegan Outreach Steve Best, Chair of the Philosophy Department, University of Texas, El Paso Joel Capolongo, long-time Animal Defense League activist Karen Davis, founder and President of United Poultry Concerns Laura Duccesch, Director of Education at Animalearn Lauren Eastwood Sociology Department, Syracuse University Dr Joshua Frank, Executive Director of FIREPAW, Inc. Josh Harper, Filmmaker and Activist, reclaimmedia.com Brian Heck, Syracuse Animal Rights Organization (S.A.R.O.) Kevin Jonas, organizer of SHAC/USA (Stop Huntingdon Animal Cruelty) pattrice jones, cofounder of the Eastern Shore Sanctuary and Education Center Erik Marcus, vegan writer and animal rights advocate Anthony J. Nocella II, Syracuse University, Doctorate Student Lawrence Sampson, American Indian Movement Maxwell Schnurer , Professor of Debate, Marist College, Poughkeepsie, New York Andy Stephanian, former Animal Liberation Front prisoner and member of Animal Defense League Long Island Jeff Watkins, co-founder of Animal Defense League TOP ——————————————————————————– Paper Presentations Kevin Pielusczak, Syracuse University, Undergraduate Student Erin Fitzgerald, Syracuse, University, Undergraduate Student Billy Prusinowski, Syracuse University, Undergraduate Student Matthew Walton, Syracuse University, Graduate Student Jeffrey Sebo, Texas Christian University Undergraduate Student Nicholas Ryan, Syracuse University, Undergraduate Student Rachel Wechsler, Cornell University Tabling Update The following is a list of the groups and people that will be tabling at Animal Liberation Student Association Conference. AAVS-the American Anti-Vivisection Society AIM-American Indian Movement CALA-Center on Animal Liberation Affiars Gourmetcruelty.com Green Anarchy Lantern Books Leonard Peilter Support Network SARO-Syracuse Animal Rights Organization SEAC-Student Environmental Action Coalition SHAC- Stop Huntingdon Animal Cruelty SPAN- Student Peace Action Network Please register at: http://www.cala-online.org/Student_Association/register.htm For more info visit www.syracuseanimalrights.com or www.cala-online.org For any questions please email info@syracuseanimalrights.com |
| 3 | 2003 | Fresno State University | Revolutionary Environmentalism: A Dialogue Between Activists and Academic Co-Sponsored by the Political Science Department at Fresno State University and Center for Animal Liberation Affairs CALA Environmental Conference Draws Protests Clovis Free Press Newspaper | Clovis – Academy Edition The Week That Was – Science and Environmental Policy … Heads in the Sand On Eco-terror Threats<b> – Press Releases Fresno Frenzy |
| 2 | 2002 | University of St. Thomas
| 2nd Annual One Struggle Conference – Panel Discussion ______ Sponsored by Live Oak Alliance, Houston Animal Rights Team, Texas Animal Rights, Institute for Revolutionary Peacemaking and Education, and Center for Animal Liberation Affairs  |
| 1 | 2001 | University of St. Thomas | 1st Annual One Struggle Conference with workshops, roundtables, teach-ins, and trainings. _____ Sponsored by REC, Houston Animal Team, Center for Animal Liberation Affairs, Texas Earth First!, Houston Earth First! Texas Animal Rights, Houston ARA, ADAPT, Texas AIM, Free Mumia!, Houston Copwatch, Houston Food not Bombs, Brown Berets, and ADAPT |
| 2000 | Huntsville, TX | REC Camp – Radical Education Community (REC) | |
| 2000 | San Marcos, TX | Radical Education Community (REC): Southern Activist Solidarity Action Camp “For the South by the South” San Marcos, TX May 18, 19, 20 | |
| 1999 | Huntsville, Texas | REC Camp – Radical Education Community, Houston Animal Right Team, UPROAR!, Houston Anarchist Black Cross, Houston ARA, Houston Food not Bombs, Austin Cop Watch, Action for Animals, Voices for the Animals, Animal Liberation of Texas, LibNow!, Ecoprisoner Defense, Texas Earth First!, Houston Earth First!, Austin Earth First!, Houston ADL, and ADAPT | |
| 1999 | Hunstville, Texas | Texas Earth First! Rendezvous REC Camp – Radical Education Community (REC) founded in 1999, by activists in Houston from the Houston Animal Rights Team (HART) a consensus based community of concerned individuals working toward successful change through interactive education in the Southern US;a diverse group of individuals, each involved in some of the same and different activist causes in the Southern US interested in sharing knowledge and information on different causes and strategies at bringing about change in the Southern US; believes that through working together, each of our separate causes are strengthened; hopes to inspire others to take a more active stance on the issues they believe in, if not already involved, and hope to offer assistance in helping activist causes to learn helpful techniques to empower their cause(s) in the Southern US non-violent direct action education is the centerpiece of REC’s teaching. Radical Education Community (REC) will answer media questions and conduct interviews in relation to peace activist education and community building and other related issues. Please contact us at: Radical Education Community 1302 Waugh Drive Box 413 Houston, TX 77019 recforaction@yahoo.com 713-294-HOPE -Host-Houston Animal Rights Team REC NETWORK TEAM _______ REC Network Team Get Involved Today! For more information about how to start a local REC or to list your existing group as part of our grassroots network, contact: Tony Nocella texasactivist@netscape.net (does not work anymore) TEXAS San Antonio REC Representative Carol Jimmy Crowbar Houston REC Representative Rachel and Stephen Austin REC Representative Ernest Samudio Dallas REC Representative Megan Scott – Up Roar Up Roar, based in Dallas, Texas, is a progressive, non-violent direct action group uniting people to fight oppression of all kinds. ARIZONA NEW MEXICO ALABAMA LOUISIANA OKLAHOMA FLORIDA MISSISSIPPI _____________________________ Archived from 2001 on REC: ABOUT: Radical Education Community (REC), was created to foster a more unified community within the southern peace movement particularly Texas and to encourage better understanding of the different methods of activism that make up any major social movement. When studying the history of the peace and justice movements, it becomes apparent that a movement cannot be successful without a community. REC offers a neutral meeting ground for all aspects of the peace movement to create positive dialogue and cooperation within the peace community. Our goal is to provide educational resources and dispute resolution for conflicts that may arise within the movement. In doing so, we hope to create a stronger movement that will ultimately bring about the realization of peace in our world society. There are five main categories that are typical to social movements: legislation (politics), academia (field of education), nonviolence (civil disobedience); direct action (economic sabotage), and violence (harm onto another). REC will fairly explain each of these categories and how they relate to the peace movement. ________________ REC was formed in Texas during the up rise and creation of the southern United States globalization peace movement in 1999. REC was a key factor in many large actions with people coming from diverse areas around the south, from Atlanta to Arizona. REC was originally formed to empower the youth in the Houston, Texas area. The youth wanted to be part of the globalization movement and create solidarity in the movement. REC was formed by communists, anarchist, animal liberationists, Green Party members, Earth First!ers, teachers, artists, musicians, as well as many others. REC saw that with the many activists with multiple interests and causes, the idea of a one issue organization thus was out of the question. At the same time the need for a community where people can rely on each other was needed to build the globalization movement. REC knew that to build a community that would last it had to be based on the principle of a balanced education. After the first REC camp located in Huntsville, Texas. Many around the south grew a liking for the concept of community building with the focus on peace education. Presently REC is made up of people from Florida to Arizona, all based on three principles: 1.) Educate for empowerment for the poor as well as peace activists. 2.) Create a peace community not an organization, where all are equal and can share experiences and knowledge. 3.) Where all decisions are based on consensus. REC capstone educational event is Southern Activist Solidarity Camp (SAS-Camp). This event occurs our the southern part of the United States every four months. For more information about SAS-Camp please contact recforaction@yahoo.com. Disclaimer: REC is an educational institute that fosters community building. Being a educational institute REC has the responsibility to represent each category equally and fairly. The staff, volunteers, and members of REC may not necessarily be supportive of each category’s actions, but understands that REC’s mission is to explain and understand those actions. NOTE: All of these categories are universal throughout each movement, but with significant details that might be different. |
