Mari Margil and Thomas Linzey of the Center for Democratic and Environmental Rights, leading figures in the global movement to recognize the legal rights of ecosystems and nature, share exciting

Mari Margil and Thomas Linzey of the Center for Democratic and Environmental Rights, leading figures in the global movement to recognize the legal rights of ecosystems and nature, share exciting recent developments in that effort. They highlight breakthroughs in tribal nations, communities, and countries around the world. They explain how advancing the rights of nature in legal codes and constitutions can lead to a radical transformation in humankind’s relationship with the natural world.

Thomas Linzey and Mari Margil delivered this talk at the 2020 Bioneers Conference, introduced by Kenny Ausubel. Watch more conference videos at https://bioneers.org/2020talks/

Mari Margil, Executive Director of the Center for Democratic and Environmental Rights, leads its International Center for the Rights of Nature. Previously Associate Director of the Community Environmental Legal Defense Fund, she assisted the first places in the world to secure the Rights of Nature in law, including Ecuador. She works internationally as well as with Indigenous peoples and tribal nations to advance Rights of Nature legal and policy frameworks. Mari is a co-author of: The Bottom Line or Public Health and Exploring Wild Law: The Philosophy of Earth Jurisprudence.



Thomas Linzey, Senior Counsel for the Center for Democratic and Environmental Rights (CDER), co-founded the Community Environmental Legal Defense Fund and the Daniel Pennock Democracy School (which has graduated over 5,000 lawyers, activists, and municipal officials nationally to fight to elevate the rights of their communities over corporate rights). He is the author of several books, including: Be The Change: How to Get What You Want in Your Community; On Community Civil Disobedience in the Name of Sustainability; and co-author of: We the People: Stories from the Community Rights Movement in the United States.



To learn more about Mari and Thom's work, visit https://centerforenvironmentalrights.org

“Dodging Bullets—Stories from Survivors of Historical Trauma” is a new film exploring the profound impact of generational oppression and trauma on Native Americans. It examines the loss and

“Dodging Bullets—Stories from Survivors of Historical Trauma” is a new film exploring the profound impact of generational oppression and trauma on Native Americans. It examines the loss and remarkable resilience of Indigenous communities.

The film reveals how historical trauma, stemming from first contact with Europeans, contributes to disproportionately high health and social issues among Indigenous populations. It features cross-generational perspectives from Native people, researchers, and politicians, highlighting the unique challenges resilient communities continue to face.

Watch “Dodging Bullets” on AppleTV and Prime Video.

Ambassador Thomas Schneider, Chair of the WSIS+20 Forum High-Level Event, was interviewed in Geneva, Switzerland. He represented Switzerland on behalf of Federal Councillor Albert

Ambassador Thomas Schneider, Chair of the WSIS+20 Forum High-Level Event, was interviewed in Geneva, Switzerland. He represented Switzerland on behalf of Federal Councillor Albert Rösti.

The WSIS+20 Forum High-Level Event, held May 27-31, 2024, commemorates two decades since the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS). This event marks the establishment of a global framework for digital cooperation, fostering inclusive, people-centric information societies.

Financing the Energy Frontier for Anchorage | PGS Capstone Showcase Fall 2019

From the December 2019 Capstone Showcase, this team of Presidians assessed a green investment bank model as a

Financing the Energy Frontier for Anchorage | PGS Capstone Showcase Fall 2019

From the December 2019 Capstone Showcase, this team of Presidians assessed a green investment bank model as a means to address the Municipality of Anchorage’s climate goals and analyzed several possible legal structures, leveraging multi-sector partnerships. Presented by Melanie Lucas-Conwell (MBA), Sarah Nelson (MBA), and Monica Pandele (MBA, MPA). About Presidio Graduate School: PGS is an accredited, nonprofit graduate school founded in 2003, offering several unique degree programs — three MBAs, the only sustainable MPA, and one of the only Dual MBA/MPAs — as well as several certificates, all taught with our systems-thinking methodology at the core. The premise we adhere to is that real change happens at the intersection between private enterprise and the public sector, and across commerce, and the common good. Learn more about PGS, our mission, and our programs at presidio.edu or call us at 415-561-6555.

In the Scottish Highlands, "thrawn" describes a virtuous stubbornness—a struggle to make the most of what's available. Professional snowboarder Lesley McKenna, raised on this ethos, has

In the Scottish Highlands, "thrawn" describes a virtuous stubbornness—a struggle to make the most of what's available. Professional snowboarder Lesley McKenna, raised on this ethos, has dedicated her life to pushing her sport's boundaries and advocating for her community. Her story is featured in a film by Hannah Bailey.

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Dr. Thomas Coughlin, 2024 President of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), was interviewed at the WSIS+20 Forum High-Level Event in Geneva, Switzerland. IEEE is a

Dr. Thomas Coughlin, 2024 President of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE), was interviewed at the WSIS+20 Forum High-Level Event in Geneva, Switzerland. IEEE is a worldwide membership organization.

The WSIS+20 Forum, held May 27-31, 2024, commemorates two decades since the World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) established a global framework. This initiative promotes inclusive, people-centric information societies through digital cooperation.

The inaugural Giga Connectivity Forum 2024 recently took place at ITU Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. This event convened country partners and stakeholders to chart a course for achieving

The inaugural Giga Connectivity Forum 2024 recently took place at ITU Headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland. This event convened country partners and stakeholders to chart a course for achieving universal school connectivity by 2030. Thomas Davin, Director of UNICEF's Office of Innovation, was interviewed during the forum.

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