 Food Empowerment Project logo | |
| Abbreviation | F.E.P. |
|---|---|
| Formation | 2006 |
| Legal status | Non-profit |
| Purpose | Food justice, veganism, animal rights |
| Headquarters | San Jose, California |
| Website | foodispower |
Food Empowerment Project (F.E.P.) is a volunteer-based non-profit organization focused on veganism and food justice. Its mission statement is "to create a more just and sustainable world by recognizing the power of one's food choices."[1] The organization was founded in 2006 by lauren Ornelas, who continues to lead it.[1] Based in San Jose, California, the F.E.P. opened an additional chapter in Seattle, Washington, in 2016.[2][3]
- ^ a b "About F.E.P." Food Empowerment Project. Retrieved February 10, 2016.
- ^ Williams, Dave (November 30, 2012). "A staunch advocate for food empowerment". The Community Voice. Archived from the original on March 6, 2016. Retrieved September 21, 2016.
- ^ Lagally, Christie (March 8, 2016). "Food Empowerment Project comes to Seattle". Queen Anne & Magnolia News. Retrieved September 21, 2016.