Rebo Ijo Wisanggeni in Denpasar recently teamed up with Animals Don’t Speak Human (ADSH) for a community event called Grow with Kindness, held on 22 November 2025. The gathering invited residents to look at how everyday food choices shape health, the environment, and our relationship with other living beings.
The discussion focused on the impact of plant-based eating, food waste habits, and the broader consequences of animal-based consumption on human health and the planet. The message was simple: meaningful change often starts with small decisions—beginning with what we put on our plate.
A Plant-Based Plate as a Practical Climate Action
ADSH emphasized that plant-based meals are more than a trend. They offer a healthier future, reduce ecological pressure, and reflect compassion in daily life. Switching to plant-based proteins uses far fewer resources. For example, producing a kilogram of beef requires around 15,000 liters of water, while legumes need only a fraction of that.
Each year, over 80 billion land animals are raised in systems focused on productivity rather than welfare. ADSH encouraged participants to see that because animals cannot speak our language, humans express compassion through mindful consumption.
Rebo Ijo Wisanggeni showcased local plant-based dishes during the event—red rice, kelor greens with coconut, tempeh, and plant-based pepes—showing that sustainable choices are already part of Balinese culinary culture.
The Nutritional Strength of Plant-Based Foods
Zamnia Wahyuli, Public Outreach Manager at Plantastis ADSH, highlighted the role of plant-based nutrition in supporting health and sustainability.
“Through our plates, we can talk about health, the environment, and compassion. The goal is for people to bring this mindset back to their own dining tables,” she said.
Plant-based proteins naturally come with fiber, antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals. They also avoid cholesterol and much of the saturated fat found in many animal products. Environmentally, plant-based protein generates significantly lower greenhouse gas emissions and requires less land and water—making it a crucial part of long-term climate solutions.
Small Habit Changes That Protect the Planet
The event encouraged participants to rethink their daily habits. Choosing more plant-based meals reduces demand for intensive livestock systems where animal welfare is often compromised.
ADSH noted that the livestock industry remains one of the biggest contributors to animal suffering. Reducing consumption is one of the most direct ways individuals can ease the pressure.
Zamnia shared that Grow with Kindness aims to remind people that kindness grows gradually through small, consistent actions connected to everyday life.
“ADSH hopes everyone leaves with one simple but powerful idea: a better future can begin with our own plate,” she said.
This article includes insights adapted from original reporting by IDNTIMES.com, expanded with additional context for an international audience.
