Jonina Turzi & Sarah Saluzzo | Lancaster Farm Sanctuary

Engaged Jain Studies Podcast

In this episode of the Engaged Jain Studies Podcast, Jonathan Dickstein, PhD, interviews Jonina Turzi and Sarah Salluzzo, co-founders of Lancaster Farm Sanctuary. Together, they explore the history and philosophy of the farm sanctuary movement, its unique role in advocating for animals, and the mission and vision of Lancaster Farm Sanctuary.

Jonina and Sarah also discuss the intersection of ethics, ecology, and education in their work, offering insights into the transformative potential of farm sanctuaries for advancing ahimsa (non-violence) and reshaping human-animal relationships.

Episode Highlights

• Radical Beginnings: Jonina and Sarah share their personal journeys toward veganism and the founding of Lancaster Farm Sanctuary.
• Philosophy of Compassion: Examining the motivations and ethical frameworks behind deeper kinship with animals.
• Cultural and Ecological Impact: Reflecting on how farm sanctuaries reshape human-animal relationships and promote ecological balance.
• Rescue and Education: Exploring the role of sanctuaries in the broader vegan and animal rights movements.

New Course Announcement:

Jonina and Sarah will be teaching a live, 4-week online course for Arihanta Institute’s Vegan Studies Initiative, titled "Animal Sanctuary: Solutions in Nonviolence." This course runs from January 31 – February 21, 2025, offering participants a chance to engage with the philosophy, history, and practices of animal sanctuaries.

Tune in to this inspiring episode to learn more about the compassionate work of Lancaster Farm Sanctuary and how farm sanctuaries embody the principles of ahimsa.

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES & LINKS

• Course 1018 | Animal Sanctuary: Solutions in Nonviolence
• Lancaster Farm Sanctuary
• Arihanta Institute | Ancient Wisdom for Modern Living
• Vegan Studies Initiative @ Arihanta Institute | Courses, Speaker Series, Research & More!

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ABOUT OUR PODCAST GUEST

Jonina Turzi, Vice-President & Co-Founder, Lancaster Farm Sanctuary

Jonina co-founded Lancaster Farm Sanctuary to advance the well-being of humans and animals. She previously founded a yoga studio and led yoga classes and teacher trainings. She is a Doctor of Physical Therapy and owns a private PT practice in Lancaster City.

Sarah Salluzzo, Executive Director & Co-Founder, Lancaster Farm Sanctuary

Sarah Salluzzo confounded Lancaster Farm Sanctuary in 2017. She holds an MSW and MA in media studies and previously worked in substance abuse rehabilitation. She now works full-time at LFS as the Executive Director and is the board president.

ABOUT OUR PODCAST HOST

Jonathan Dickstein, PhD, Assistant Professor at Arihanta Institute

Dr. Dickstein specializes in South Asian Religions, Religion and Ecology, and Comparative Religious Ethics. He received his doctoral degree in Religious Studies from the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he wrote his dissertation on ancient Indian animal taxonomies and their relevance for religious ritual and dietary practice. Jonathan’s current work focuses on Jainism and contemporary ecological issues, and accordingly extends into Critical Animal Studies, Food Studies, and Diaspora Studies.

Jonathan has published in a wide array of interdisciplinary journals on topics such as veganism and politics, yoga and diet, Jain veganism, and the ethic of nonviolence (ahiṃsa). Jonathan considers himself a scholar-practitioner, having spent many years not only in libraries but also in public advocating for justice for both humans and nonhumans alike.

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