“The kids get it immediately.” – Monica ChenIn this episode, we learn from a teacher and farmed animal advocate, how she reaches people where they are, without shame, and with the acknowledgment that the task is large but that we each can and indeed should, use our unique passions and strengths toward creating a more compassionate world. She makes a great case, replete with tangible, actionable suggestions.Monica ChenMonica Chen is Executive Director of Factory Farming Awareness Coalition, an educational nonprofit that contributes to the eradication of factory farming through a range of educational programs. FFAC explains the devastating impacts of industrial animal agriculture in schools, environmental and social justice organizations, faith- and values-based communities, and governmental entities. Monica has overseen the development of a unique internship program for high school and college students combining research, service, and advocacy. A veteran teacher, she has taught at all grade levels and as an instructor for the Prison University Project at San Quentin. Monica earned her BA at UC Berkeley and her Master’s in Education, with a focus on the environment, at the University of New Mexico.Resources from this episodeFFAC Website: http://ffacoalition.orgSocial Media:https://www.facebook.com/ffacoalitionhttps://twitter.com/ffacoalitionhttps://www.instagram.com/ffacoalitionhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/ffacoalition/https://www.youtube.com/user/ffacoalitionFull episode notesWake-Up Experience

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