This year's VegFest Pilipinas 2023 is centered on the theme, "healing the world with compassion and climate action," focusing on the importance of sustainability and a circular economy. VegFest 2023 also aims to raise awareness on climate action, which can be done by transitioning to veganism.

In the festival, AEP called for the end of using animals, especially farmed animals, for human consumption, placing the core values of veganism at the forefront of VegFest Pilipinas 2023. In their booth, AEP resounded its call for empathy towards farmed animals through their placards with statements, “Farmed Animals Deserve Better!,” “Maki-baka para sa paglaya ng mga hayop,” “Hanggang ang bawat hayop ay malaya,” “Chick-ilin ang ispesisismo,” and “Pig-gilan ang pang-aabuso sa mga hayop!.” AEP firmly believes that taking a stance against the consumption of farmed animals is not only a moral imperative but also a huge leap towards achieving climate justice. By aligning with the principles of veganism, AEP strives to contribute to a more sustainable and compassionate world, addressing the pressing issues of climate change through more empathetic choices.