City of Baltimore Proclaims January as ‘Official Month of Veganuary’

The City of Baltimore has officially declared January as the 'Official Month of Veganuary,' encouraging residents, restaurants, and institutions to explore and incorporate plant-based options throughout the month. Mayor Brandon M. Scott spearheads this initiative, highlighting the benefits of a vegan lifestyle such as environmental conservation, improved health, economic growth, and animal protection. The city's commitment to Veganuary reflects a growing interest in plant-based living, with Baltimore ranking among the top 10 cities in the nation for Veganuary sign-ups in 2023.

Local favorites like The Land of Kush and &Pizza are leading the way in promoting Veganuary by offering specials and introducing new vegan menu options. Naijha Wright-Brown of Black Veg Society and The Land of Kush emphasizes the importance of promoting health disparities, access to nutritious foods, environmentalism, and compassion for animals within predominantly BIPOC communities. Veganuary's global campaign provides free resources, recipes, shopping tips, and meal plans to support those curious about veganism, as well as working with major brands and restaurants to promote plant-based products.