We’ve worked really hard to get you materials you can use to take action for Nature where you live.
Right to human stewardship
Nature is inclusive of human beings. The rights of nature and human rights can, and should, be mutually reinforcing.
Right to legal representation
Nature’s rights must be enforceable ensuring violations such as ecocide can be addressed and remedied.
Right to metabolize
Nature recycles waste. Humans have a responsibility to protect Nature from polluting substances that lack natural degradation.
Right to natural evolution
Nature has the right to its own evolution. Humans have a responsibility to protect Nature from human-induced designs.
Right to resilience
Nature means resilience! Offsets and money mean nothing to Nature and may not be used as a substitute for restoration.
Right to health
Nature has the right to maintain ecosystem health and function. Homeostasis is the hallmark of Life at all levels!
Right to exist
Every ecosystem, species, element, and natural entity) has an inherent right to exist, persist and continue its vital cycles.
Right to respect
Natural law does not follow human thought, human laws, or human logic. When these laws conflict, Nature’s law wins!
How to take action for Rights of Nature
How to take action on Rights for Nature. Simple steps and basic paradigms to get started in your jurisdiction.
Declaration of Rights of Nature
A working draft for six month stakeholder review from Apr -Sep 2024 with final presentation at COP16 in Colombia!