How important is it to socialise with other vegans?

I'm very pleased to have been able to contribute to yesterday's Metro article asking "How important is it to socialise with other vegans when you’re transitioning to veganism?"

Social groups that promote our cause are essential to the welcoming and transitioning of new adherents.

So says Robert Grillo, Director of FreeFromHarm (an Illinois-based charity promoting farmed animal rescue, education and vegan advocacy). Therefore, we're very proud that London Vegan Meetup has been fulfilling such a role since 2007 - with around a dozen events every month. And equally so that they're they're still all free!