Why Now?
Around the world, people have spent generations defending the rivers, forests, mountains, wetlands, the ocean and other living systems that sustain all life on Earth. Their struggles have helped bring the Rights of Nature into constitutions, laws, court decisions, local ordinances and public debate.
At the international level, this conversation is gaining attention. States are exploring a path toward a possible UN Universal Declaration of the Rights of Nature, building on existing legal developments, international environmental commitments and the work of communities and movements.
This is an important moment. How the initiative develops, which voices are heard and which principles are reflected will matter.
The Coalition seeks to:
Connect
Exchange
Create opportunities to share experiences, knowledge, lessons and perspectives on the Rights of Nature.
Contribute
Engage
Strengthen dialogue and coordination with governments and other relevant actors at national and international levels.
Mobilize
Bring together civil society organizations, movements and advocates working across different regions and areas of expertise.
Support civil society participation in discussions about the principles, priorities and potential pathways toward a Universal Declaration.
Help build broader awareness, participation and support for the recognition and implementation of the Rights of Nature.