Earth Law Center

Earth Law Center (ELC) is thrilled to announce that a court in Peru has ruled that the Mara?on River is a subject of rights. This landmark decision also appoints Indigenous communities as the river’s guardians, defenders, and representatives. This is the first river in Peru to be declared as having rights! The Mara?on River is a magnificent free-flowing river that runs for 1,600 miles from the snowy peaks of the Peruvian Andes into the heart of the Amazon. For years, ELC and International Rivers, alongside many incredible partners in #Peru and beyond, have supported the Kukama Women's Federation, the case’s plaintiff, to protect this river and its communities from constant oil spills from the Norperuvian oil pipeline. In addition to giving rights and a voice to the river (through guardianship), the Mixed Court of the City of #Nauta ordered the Regional Government of #Loreto and the pipeline operator, Petroperu, to take specific measures to address the oil spills and help restore the health of the #Mara?on. The landmark decision codifies a series of specific #rights for the river, including the right to exist, to flow, to exercise essential ecosystem functions, to be restored, to representation, and many others. Meanwhile, “Guardians of the Mara?ón River” will act on behalf of the River and its interests, having a seat at the table and being able to file legal and administrative actions and inform legislative, administrative, and executive decisions that could affect the Mara?on River, directly or indirectly. The river will have a formal voice! “This historic decision is crucial for Peru and the international community that has closely followed the struggle of the Kukama people,” said Javier Ruiz, ELC Expert in Environmental Policy and Climate Change. “This groundbreaking decision vindicates the rights and culture of the Amazonian populations in Peru." While many deserve congratulations, foremost we want to highlight the Kukama Women's Federation (full name: Federation of Indigenous Kukama Kukamiria Women of the Mara?ón River). These frontline #guardians represent 28 Indigenous communities and have dedicated their lives to defending the ecosystems of which they are a part. We are honored to have played a part in their victory and to have provided legal expertise, including with a trip to Iquitos, Peru. This is just the beginning of a legal revolution to put Nature into the heart of the legal system. Congratulations to all! Press release: https://lnkd.in/gJF6mRdK Full decision: https://lnkd.in/gssxedjD International Rivers, WCS Perú, Radio Ucamara Nauta-Loreto-Perú, Radio La Voz de la Selva, IDL Instituto de Defensa Legal, Forum Solidaridad Perú, Ríos Limpios y Libres, Federation of Indigenous Kukama Kukamiria Women of the Mara?ón River, Fospa of Smapa, Vicariato Apostólico de Iquitos, Global Alliance for the Rights of Nature (GARN) Great work Constanza Prieto Figelist, F. Javier Ruiz, Monti Aguirre & many others!

Nature Governance Agency (NGA) is transforming the way organizations work with Nature. From onboarding Nature into leadership roles to creating immersive governance experiences, we are paving the way for a more sustainable and regenerative future. Your support helps us expand these efforts, join us on this journey ??? Donate here: https://lnkd.in/eVMzRvmC #nature #naturelife #law #earthlaw #naturelover #animalrights #ocean #river #VOICEOFNATURE #climatechange #climatecrisis #laws #businessmodel #donate

We are thrilled to announce that our award-winning film 'Last Stand: Saving the Elwha River's Legacy Forests,' featuring ELC‘s Director of legal advocacy, Elizabeth Dunne, was accepted to the San Diego Environmental Film Festival (@sdeff_org) and will be screened this Saturday! #SDEFF2024 This year’s 4-day festival event includes a local music concert, kick off with @sandiegogreendrinks, Opening Night, and all-day screening event with an environmental block party to celebrate all things people and planet.

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Connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for preserving our marine ecosystems! This important event aims to advance the Rights of Nature while exploring Indigenous Marine Stewardship practices. ?? More details here: https://lnkd.in/esT6V-JY #ProtectOurOcean #WorldOceanDay #oceans #GlobalSolidarity #whale #PlasticsTreaty #GlobalPlasticsTreaty #UnitedNations #oceanlife #oceans #nature #naturelife #BeatPlasticPollution #Plastic #EnvironmentalJustice #PlasticNews #ClimateCrisis

?? Aunque las negociaciones en la COP 16 de Biodiversidad no siempre avanzan al ritmo que exige la crisis planetaria, esta conferencia representa siempre una oportunidad única para las organizaciones medioambientales. Es el momento de visibilizar temas ignorados, amplificar las voces de los territorios y abrir diálogos con autoridades para impulsar la implementación del marco mundial de biodiversidad. ?? ?Juntos, avancemos hacia un futuro más sostenible y biodiverso! #COP16 #Biodiversidad #VocesDesdeLosTerritorios #ProtegiendoElPlaneta #derechosdelanaturaleza

Save the Date! On November 19, join us for the premiere of Tribute to the Orca, a moving short film capturing the essence of an Indigenous-centered event that took place during Orca Action Month (June 2024) at the Seattle Aquarium. The short film was produced by Se’Si’Le, an Indigenous-led nonprofit organization based in Bellingham who collaborated with Salish Sea and Northern Straits Native Nations and NGOs to host the event. Tribute to the Orca highlights Indigenous communities' ancient kinship with orcas and salmon, and the importance of reciprocity in our relationship our caretaker: Mother Nature. You’ll hear powerful Indigenous voices delivering somber and urgent narratives and learn about the Southern Resident orcas whose survival, like the survival of Indigenous lifeways here in the Pacific Northwest, depends on scha’enexw (the Salmon People). #AllOurRelations #TributeToTheOrca #SaveOrca #SaveSalmon #ProtectTheSacred #HonorTheTreaties #OrcaMonth #OrcaActionMonth

?? Esta iniciativa de Amazon Research International, Instituto de Investigaciones de la Amazonía Peruana, Ecoshaninka y Earth Law Center realiza el primer mapeo integral de las poblaciones de abejas sin aguijón en Sudamérica. Junto a comunidades indígenas, científicos y expertos legales, protegemos a estos polinizadores esenciales y la biodiversidad amazónica. ???? A través de los Protocolos Comunitarios Bioculturales (BCPs), preservamos el conocimiento ancestral de los pueblos Asháninka y Kukama para guiar prácticas regenerativas en armonía con la Naturaleza. La meliponicultura sostenible y la restauración de hábitats con abejas nativas fortalecen la biodiversidad y la polinización de plantas nativas. ?? #Conservación #Amazonía #AbejasSinAguijon #Meliponicultura

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Come join us for an afternoon filled with discussions, workshops, and activities all centered around protecting our oceans. ?? More details here: https://lnkd.in/esT6V-JY #ProtectOurOcean #WorldOceanDay #oceans #GlobalSolidarity #whale #PlasticsTreaty #GlobalPlasticsTreaty #UnitedNations #oceanlife #oceans #nature #naturelife #BeatPlasticPollution #Plastic #EnvironmentalJustice #PlasticNews #ClimateCrisis