VWS Awards: Creator of the Year
Join us in celebrating the remarkable achievements of the Creator of the Year finalists at the VWS Awards, taking place live at The Vegan Women Summit on May 10th, 2024, in Hollywood, California. These creators are using their social media platforms to empower women and are making a meaningful impact on the planet and animals with an unwavering commitment to creating a kinder, more sustainable world for all. Meet our finalists below.
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Erin Ireland
Vancouver, Canada
To Live For Bakery
Erin Ireland's activism centers around convenient vegan comfort foods, making cruelty-free choices accessible and appealing. Through her vegan bakery, she showcases the delicious side of plant-based living and serves as an inspiring example for women, particularly working mothers, looking to make a positive impact.
Erin's ability to make veganism approachable through mouthwatering comfort foods has earned her significant (and well deserved!) recognition on social media. Her content tackles one of the biggest mental blocks people have around transitioning to a plant-based lifestyle, by proving you don’t have to eat animal products to enjoy delicious baked goods!
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Karla Moreno-Bryce
Minneapolis–Saint Paul, US
Vegan Kids Nutrition
Karla Moreno-Bryce is a registered dietitian and passionate vegan dedicated to helping caregivers raise their children on a vegan diet. She provides evidence-based advice through her online platform, including social media, a website, email lists, and podcasts, ensuring that children can thrive on a vegan diet with proper nutrition.
Karla's commitment to supporting caregivers in their vegan journey, especially women, is inspiring. She understands the challenges and isolation of raising children on a vegan diet and offers valuable resources for other caregivers and parents. Her emphasis on educating children to have compassion for animals and cultivate a spirit of ethical veganism resonates with our core values at VWS.
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Priyanka Naik
New York, US
Chef Priyanka Naik
Priyanka Naik is a self-taught Indian vegan chef, Food Network champion, TV host, author, and eco-living advocate. With globally inspired original recipes and a focus on sustainability, she inspires nearly 300,000 followers to embrace a vegan and eco-friendly lifestyle.
Priyanka's journey from self-taught chef to a globally recognized advocate for veganism and eco-friendly living showcases the power of determination. Her work empowers women to pursue their goals, break societal norms, and embrace a vegan and sustainable lifestyle. She demonstrates that anything is possible for strong women.