Donald Watson

Donald Watson was a British researcher and activist who founded the modern vegan movement in 1944. He coined the term "vegan" to describe a lifestyle that avoids all animal products and by-products, emphasizing ethical, environmental, and health reasons. Watson’s work helped raise awareness about animal rights and the negative impacts of animal agriculture. His advocacy promoted plant-based diets and compassionate living, shaping the way many people around the world reduce or eliminate animal consumption today.