{"id":23573,"date":"2022-02-18T07:37:38","date_gmt":"2022-02-18T15:37:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/?p=23573"},"modified":"2022-02-18T07:37:39","modified_gmt":"2022-02-18T15:37:39","slug":"best-online-groups-to-join-if-youre-a-new-vegan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/best-online-groups-to-join-if-youre-a-new-vegan\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Online Groups To Join If You&#8217;re A New Vegan"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;\" class=\"sharethis-inline-share-buttons\" ><\/div>\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As a new or aspiring vegan, especially during the initial stages of transitioning to this lifestyle, it can be immensely helpful to find vegan groups that offer encouragement and support.<br><br>TeamCow recommends these top 3 spaces for anyone looking to hop on to vegan groups or community forums online.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"happycow-forum\"><strong>HappyCow <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/forum\" ><strong>Forum<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Vegan-Groups-HappyCow-Forum.png\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Vegan-Groups-HappyCow-Forum-1024x640.png\" alt=\"Vegan Groups - HappyCow Forum\" class=\"wp-image-23578\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Vegan-Groups-HappyCow-Forum-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Vegan-Groups-HappyCow-Forum-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Vegan-Groups-HappyCow-Forum-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Vegan-Groups-HappyCow-Forum-1536x960.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Vegan-Groups-HappyCow-Forum-1080x675.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Vegan-Groups-HappyCow-Forum.png 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We have our own <a href=\"http:\/\/happycow.net\/forum\"  target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">vegan forum<\/a> and chat board spanning various topics, from vegan fitness to recipes, animal rights, travel, spirituality, and more! Join the vibrant Cowmunity and enjoy this space where you can always connect with like-minded folks.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"facebook-vegan-groups\"><strong>Facebook vegan groups<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Vegan-Groups-Facebook.png\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Vegan-Groups-Facebook-1024x640.png\" alt=\"Vegan Groups on Facebook\" class=\"wp-image-23579\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Vegan-Groups-Facebook-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Vegan-Groups-Facebook-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Vegan-Groups-Facebook-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Vegan-Groups-Facebook-1536x960.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Vegan-Groups-Facebook-1080x675.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Vegan-Groups-Facebook.png 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>A major advantage of Facebook is its ability to build strong communities across multiple niches, with active members from around the globe. If you\u2019re a Facebook user, you\u2019re in luck because the vegan community here is thriving! Visit the following groups to learn more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1. <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/46222877510\"  rel=\"external nofollow\"><strong>HappyCow Vegan Guide<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> Our very own Cowmunity! Here\u2019s a space to connect with like-minded people around the world sharing the best insider vegan restaurant, travel, and lifestyle tips.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2. <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/728854750860469\/?ref=br_rs\"  rel=\"external nofollow\"><strong>Vegan For Beginners<\/strong><\/a><strong>: <\/strong>As its name suggests, this group was created to help support those who are just embarking on their vegan journey. With more than 230,000 members, this is a great place to share recipes, ask questions, and draw inspiration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3. <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/1516207341827429\"  rel=\"external nofollow\"><strong>Forks Over Knives Official Plant-Based Group<\/strong><\/a>: With over 340,600 members who are largely advocates of the whole-foods, plant-based diet, this group will wholeheartedly support your interest in healthy vegan eating, regardless of where you are in your journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>4. <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/1690370291235678\"  rel=\"external nofollow\"><strong>What Broke Vegans Eat<\/strong><\/a>: Here, you\u2019ll see that being vegan can actually be super affordable! Members share recipes, strategies, and success stories for living the vegan lifestyle without breaking the bank. For more cost-saving tips, check out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/vegan-diet-on-a-budget-teamcows-tips\/\" >this article<\/a> on our blog.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5. <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/398407553536988\"  rel=\"external nofollow\"><strong>Vegan Dog Nutrition<\/strong><\/a><strong>:<\/strong> While the topic of plant-based foods for animal companions is an ongoing debate, here\u2019s a group that is dedicated to supporting those who <em>would<\/em> like to make a change of diet for their furry companions to 100% vegan, whether they themselves are currently vegan or not.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6. <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/vegantravel\"  rel=\"external nofollow\"><strong>Vegan Travel:<\/strong><\/a><strong> <\/strong>This group makes traveling as a vegan easier than ever. Find help and support in the active community and maybe even find vegan buddies on your travels!<strong><br><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"reddit-r-vegan\"><strong>Reddit <\/strong><a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/vegan\/\"  rel=\"external nofollow\"><strong>r\/vegan<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Reddit-Vegan-Groups.png\" ><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"640\" src=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Reddit-Vegan-Groups-1024x640.png\" alt=\"Reddit Vegan Group\" class=\"wp-image-23576\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Reddit-Vegan-Groups-1024x640.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Reddit-Vegan-Groups-300x188.png 300w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Reddit-Vegan-Groups-768x480.png 768w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Reddit-Vegan-Groups-1536x960.png 1536w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Reddit-Vegan-Groups-1080x675.png 1080w, https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Reddit-Vegan-Groups.png 1600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>With 805K members in this network, it\u2019s one of the largest vegan groups on the internet. <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/veganfitness\/\"  rel=\"external nofollow\">r\/VeganFitness<\/a>, <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/PlantBasedDiet\/\"  rel=\"external nofollow\">r\/PlantBasedDiet<\/a>, and <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.reddit.com\/r\/veganrecipes\/\"  rel=\"external nofollow\">r\/VeganRecipes<\/a> are some of the other active and thriving vegan subreddits. Enjoy exploring!<br><br><br><strong>And of course, go on and follow us on <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/happycow\/\"  rel=\"external nofollow\">Instagram<\/a>, <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/facebook.com\/HappyCow\"  rel=\"external nofollow\">Facebook<\/a> and <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/HappyCow\"  rel=\"external nofollow\">Twitter<\/a> for vegan community vibes you don\u2019t want to miss!<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To browse other interesting and resourceful articles, visit the HappyCow <a href=\"https:\/\/www.happycow.net\/blog\/\" >blog<\/a> and to find vegan food near you, get the free <a target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/bit.ly\/downloadHC\"  rel=\"external nofollow\"><em>HappyCow app<\/em><\/a><strong><em>.<\/em><br><br><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As a new or aspiring vegan, especially during the initial stages of transitioning to this lifestyle, it can be immensely helpful to find vegan groups that offer encouragement and support. TeamCow recommends these top 3 spaces for anyone looking to hop on to vegan groups or community forums online.\u00a0 HappyCow Forum We have our own vegan forum and chat board spanning various topics, from vegan fitness to recipes, animal rights, travel, spirituality, and more! Join the vibrant Cowmunity and enjoy this space where you can always connect with like-minded folks. Facebook vegan groups A major advantage of Facebook is its ability to build strong communities across multiple niches, with active members from around the globe. If you\u2019re a Facebook user, you\u2019re in luck because the vegan community here is thriving! Visit the following groups to learn more. 1. HappyCow Vegan Guide: Our very own Cowmunity! Here\u2019s a space to connect with like-minded people around the world sharing the best insider vegan restaurant, travel, and lifestyle tips.\u00a0 2. Vegan For Beginners: As its name suggests, this group was created to help support those who are just embarking on their vegan journey. With more than 230,000 members, this is a great place [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":505691,"featured_media":23587,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[7],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-23573","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-general"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v25.5 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>Best Online Groups To Join If You&#039;re A New Vegan<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"As a new vegan, it can be immensely helpful to find vegan groups that offer encouragement and support. 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