Our Mission

Brave New Life Project supports workers transitioning out of the animal agriculture industry into careers that are more empowering, sustainable, and prosperous.

Our Roots

Our organization is rooted in compassion, community, and the belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to shape their future.

 

Our Work 

We support workers through free, personalized employment assistance and connections to vital community resources. 

 

 

 Brave New Life Project is a woman-led nonprofit dedicated to empowering individuals transitioning from the animal agriculture industry into careers that are more humane, sustainable, and fulfilling. 

 

By fostering sustainable alternatives, we aim to build a better future for individuals and the environment alike. 

 


Our Values

Humane Education: Promoting compassion and respect for animal welfare, environmental sustainability, and social justice through our programs.

Win-Win Solutions: Striving to create outcomes beneficial to all parties, believing that with the right resources, everyone can improve their lives and contribute positively to others.

Compassion First: Building alternative systems through compassionate and mindful action, recognizing the ongoing challenges individuals face and the universal desire for acceptance and understanding.

Our clients

Client's Story

He was a hard working individual. He was caught talking to activists outside of the slaughter house. He was questioned on whether he was dedicated to his job, which he had worked at for years, and then he was fired. When applying for unemployment his previous employer was notified. Strategically they offered him his job back knowing that if he refused he would not be eligible for unemployment, if he agreed he would have to face the same people who so easily discarded him. Due to the pressure of supporting a family he returned to the job. BNLP helped him change his career path through free employment services and connecting him to local community resources.

Client's story

Brave New Life’s first client was a young immigrant working in the slaughterhouse. Her position was to catch large chunks of meat falling from a high conveyor belt and wrap them to be packaged. When she asked for a safer position, she was only offered to work with knives. BNLP helped her change her career path through free employment services and connecting her to higher education opportunities.

Could Be You

Leaving Animal Agriculture takes strategy and thoughtful thinking. At BNLP we believe that people are the experts of their own lives, and when given the right tools and supports, they can create impactful change for themselves and the communities they are part of. We would love to help you on your journey, reach out today!

Our Board Members

Bachelors in Social Work Associates in Education Co Founder of BNLP Loves Hiking and Yoga Mom of one Role: Director of Development Email: jessi@bravenewlifeproject.org

Jessi Geist

Bachelors in Social Work Associates in Education Co Founder of BNLP Loves Hiking and Yoga

Jacquiline Sadashige

PhD in Classical Studies MA in Global Conservation Loves Traveling, Running, and Films

Fai El-Baz

BA Environmental Geology Loves dogs, road trips, and movies

Kelly

Director Of Luvin Arms -Animal Sanctuary
Loves animals and good food

Stephanie Eccles

PhD in Geography; environmental justice and agrarian studies. Loves biking and making meals with friends

What We Do

 

Employment Support

Personalized job coaching

Job applications

Job seeking and employer outreach

Interview preparation

Resume building

Career planning

Connect to Community services

Transportation assistance

Mental, behavioral, and physical healthcare

Support groups

Low-cost childcare

Housing assistance

Food assistance

Other necessary supports

 



We are continually building partnerships to expand educational opportunities for our clients. If you have services to offer or wish to collaborate, please contact us.

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