Our first regional newsletter – China 🌱
各位Vegan Leader，
歡迎來到VCLM的第一期中國地區區域電子報。
我叫做Fatima，我在澳門居住並為這一區域的業務經理（義工性質）。
我本身是一名翻譯員，熱衷於為動物發聲，並希望成為人類與動物之間的溝通橋樑。
我的純素之旅已經踏入第六年了，而這一段旅程亦深深改變了我。
起初茹素時，我仍然有參與公司的聚會，而我的同事們也非常地體諒我茹素的選擇，選餐廳時盡量選取有純素菜單的地方。
雖然同事們都已經十分好，但是後來我發現湊錢時我均在間接支付同事們食用動物性食物的款項，所以後來我拒絕再出席這些活動。
為什麼我要跟你們說這個故事呢？
純素者在非純素工作環境中的掙扎及挑戰往往都差不多，這也是速成2014年VCLM在LinkedIn群成立的原因。
我們很高興這個群組中已經有超過60人是來自兩岸三地的！
🌱為甚麼要訂閱這個電子報？
從現在開始你會每三個月收到VCLM的電子報。
本電子報的目的旨在告知、啟發、促使你們參與、與你們分享純素企業專業人士社群的有用資訊。
我們同時也希望可以幫助推動當地地方的改變、加強我們純素人士間的網絡及深化不同國家的聯繫。
你如果想知道或認識住在你附近的其他成員，可以填妥此表格，我們會從資料庫中幫你查找。
🌱想在你的工作地方激發正向改變？
考慮向你工作地方的食堂建議採取 Greener by Default的備餐模式，這是一種以素菜餐單為主，肉類及蛋奶類食品為次的一種模式。
很多公司都十分積極的去實施可持續發展的政策，而Greener by Default的備餐模式十分能幫助各公司實行可持續發展政策。
像LinkedIn這樣的公司（查看影片）已很成功的透過實行Greener by Default的計劃將公司的肉食減半。
你也可以考慮將此計劃介紹給其他也具有可持續發展意識的同事們，並訂閱我們的電子報讓更多的人去認識這個計劃。
你也可以直接複製並貼上此範本並寄給你的經理或管理層已提倡在你的工作地方的實行Greener by Default的備餐模式。
🌱新聞與活動
活動
亞洲素食展
地點：香港灣仔會展
日期：2026年1月23日至25日
亞洲最大規模的素食與綠色生活貿易展，匯聚逾300家參展商、600個品牌及20,000名參觀者。活動涵蓋素食料理、生態生活、自然健康及永續產品等主題的工作坊、頒獎典禮與專題研討會。
• 活動：中國素食日，約2026年3月20日（春分）
由中國純素協會（China Vegan Society）與素食星球（Veg Planet）共同發起的全新倡議。透過推廣活動與在地行動，鼓勵全國民眾體驗一日植物性生活。
• 新聞
周子未來食品啟用「中國最大」培養肉試驗工廠
2025年12月，這家深圳新創企業啟用2,000公升生物反應器試驗裝置，年產量可達10至50噸培養豬肉，包含五花肉與明膠高湯。
• 新聞：2025中國純素峰會實錄：理念、行動與植物性生活
第四屆中國純素峰會於上海舉行（2025年9月25-27日），匯聚逾80位講者探討科學與健康、商業與政策、文化與社群等主題。
• 新聞：星期零創下中國史上最大植物性融資紀錄
2025年4月，星期零完成1億美元B輪融資，創下中國植物蛋白領域最大融資規模，投資方包括春風資本集團、阿里巴巴首席戰略官曾鳴等人。
IN ENGLISH 👇
Dear Vegan Leader,
Welcome to the first edition of the regional newsletter for Vegan Leaders in Corporate Management (VLCM) across China.
My name is Fátima, I’m based in Macau and I'm the engagement manager for the region.
I work professionally in translation and interpretation, and my passion lies in advocating for animals and fostering better communication between humans and non-human beings. I’ve been vegan for six years, and this journey has deeply shaped my personal and professional choices.
In the early years, I participated in company dinners and social events, where colleagues kindly ensured there were vegan options for me. However, I later realized that by attending, I was indirectly contributing to the cost of animal-based products. This insight led me to make the decision to step away from these gatherings altogether.
So why does this story matter to you?
Well, it seems like vegans share similar struggles and challenges while working in a non-vegan environment. This was the reason for the formation of VLCM’s LinkedIn Group back in 2014. We are pleased to share that this group now includes over 60 members in Hong Kong, Macau mainland China and Taiwan!
🌱 Why this newsletter?
Moving forward, you’ll receive this quarterly update directly in your inbox. We've crafted it aiming to inform, inspire, engage, and share valuable resources within our community of vegan corporate professionals. Above all, our goal is to help us inspire change locally, to strengthen our network and deepen our connections across borders. Would you like to know if we have other members in you region? Fill out the form on this page and we’ll provide you results from our database
🌱 Want to inspire a positive change in your workplace?
Consider presenting the idea of your workplace adopting the model Greener By Default, in which plant-based meals become the default with meat and dairy available on request. Many companies are eager to implement sustainable policies and this program is an effective way to do just that. Companies like LinkedIn have successfully implemented this model (see video), cutting meat intake by half through the program.
You could also consider proposing the idea to other sustainably-minded employees and sign the email from all of you to show broader support for the initiative.
Please feel free to copy and paste this template to your manager to advocate for Greener by Default in your workplace.
📣 News & Events
• Event: Vegetarian Food Asia Exhibition at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, Hong Kong, January 23–25, 2026
Asia’s largest vegetarian and green-lifestyle trade show featuring 300+ exhibitors, 600 brands, and 20,000+ visitors. Includes workshops, awards, and seminars around vegetarian food, eco-living, natural health, and sustainable products.
• Event: China Vegan Day ,around March 20, 2026 (Spring Equinox)
A new initiative launched by the China Vegan Society & Veg Planet. Encourages individuals across China to experience plant-based living for a day through promotions and local activities.
• News: Joes Future Food Commissions “China’s Largest” Cultivated Meat Pilot Plant
In December 2025, the Shenzhen-based startup commissioned a 2,000 L bioreactor pilot, producing up to 10–50 tonnes per year of cultivated pork, including pork belly and gelatin-based consommé.
• News: Inside the 2025 China Vegan Summit: Ideas, Action, and Plant-Based Living
Hosted in Shanghai (Sept 25–27, 2025), the 4th China Vegan Summit gathered over 80 speakers across themes like Science & Health, Business & Policy, and Culture & Community.
• News: Starfield lands largest plant-based funding round in China’s history
In April 2025, Starfield closed a US$100 million Series B, the largest plant-based protein funding in Chinese history, backed by Primavera Capital, Alibaba CSO Ming Zeng, and others.
Got news, events, or ideas to highlight? I’d love to feature them in future editions, feel free to email me or connect on LinkedIn.
Until next time,
Fátima Couto Choi
Regional Engagement Manager - China
