Animal rights activists have their side to tell when it comes to explaining who they are. Here are six popular perceptions challenged.

May 5, 2010 - Gerald Gilbert

A new book by Mark Hawthorne is suitable for everyone interested in helping animals, from aspiring activists to seasoned professionals.

Sep 24, 2008 - Jodie Martin

Doris Day's hit record "Sentimental Journey" was an anthem for troops yearning for home after World War II. "Que Sera Sera" was her greatest hit.

Apr 30, 2010 - Kathleen Airdrie

Liam Neeson boasting about eating wolf to prepare for The Grey has led to PETA calling for a boycott. The demonic wolf plot had already caused controversy.

Feb 5, 2012 - Marc Latham

Here are steps to become an activist for social causes. Activism is a movement addressing an issue, perhaps by petitions, rallies and lifestyle changes. Make a difference

Dec 21, 2007 - Michelle Martini

Doris Days' real life existence belied the sunny, free spirited girl she portrayed on the screen.

Oct 28, 2009 - Sheila Aylesworth

Law students interested in women's equality can join a student organization, write papers from a feminist perspective, or volunteer to link women's rights and the law.

May 28, 2009 - Judith Faucette

A look at Stephen Lewis and Meena Seshu.

Mar 17, 2007 - Bethina Abrahams

In an exclusive interview with Suite101, Christofferson shares her lessons on how everyone can play a role in protecting national parks and wildlife.

Jun 26, 2009 - Britta Stromeyer Esmail

This article seeks to unravel the life and times of 74 year old Indian activist Anna Hazare, a self styled Gandhian and a selfless social crusader.

Sep 16, 2011 - Puja Chandra

Urging the Vancouver Olympic Organizing Committee to speak out against the commercial seal hunt is a new approach being taken by activists.

Mar 15, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

While some see the Catalonia bullfight ban as a triumph of animal rights, others consider it a political maneuver against Spain.

Jul 29, 2010 - Mary Desaulniers

PETA has campaigned since 1980 defending the rights of all animals. Find out about some of their successful accomplishments.

Apr 2, 2010 - Bev Yaworski

Henry Stephens Salt, the man who introduced Mahatma Gandhi to the writings of Henry David Thoreau, was also the first writer to argue for animal rights.

Oct 4, 2011 - Darla Sue Dollman

Respect the rat. It is not as repulsive, aggressive or filthy as we have been led to believe. It wasn't even directly responsible for the Bubonic Plague.

Jun 12, 2011 - Janet Cameron

Facing great personal risk, René Ngongo has tirelessly campaigned to protect and conserve the Congo Basin Forests - the second largest tropical forest in the word.

Nov 1, 2009 - Gemma Richardson

A new movie by filmmaker Brigitte Berman goes beyond the bunnies and the mansion parties, and takes a tender look at Playboy Magazine Founder and Editor Hugh Hefner.

Oct 1, 2009 - Andree Lachapelle

Environmental and Climate Activist Dan Bloom, explores one of the proposed and undesired outcomes for addressing climate change, "Polar Cities".

Jan 22, 2012 - Mike Brandolino

Ory Okolloh is one of the most influential African women promoting the positive face of African life in the digital age.

Feb 20, 2011 - Ramon Youseph

Answer: No. Preemption did. The Supremacy Clause declares federal law superior to state law. Congress can pass laws that cancel out state laws.

Aug 4, 2010 - Greg Ruland