The Wild Law Institute is dedicated to pioneering laws and practices that recognize and uphold the rights of every member of the community of life, as a foundation for building ecologically sustainable and just societies.
We work in alliance with indigenous and local peoples, organisations and individuals from around the world who are united in their love for Earth, and a determination to work for the benefit of all.
Our Values
We focus on taking actions that create systemic changes in legal systems and governance structures to advance our vision of societies where humans increase their well-being by living in harmony with Nature. We prefer to build the societies we want now, instead of critiquing or reacting to what is not working.
We recognise that bringing about this transformative change will require many people to work together, in many ways, to achieve our shared vision. We know that it will take the strength of community and collaborative action to achieve our goals.
We stand against all systems of oppression, domination and injustice.
We recognise that Earth Jurisprudence is neither static nor homogenous and must be context-specific in how it is applied. The laws and governance systems of different cultures, societies and communities must reflect their understanding of how to regulate themselves as part of the Earth Community. Earth Jurisprudence cannot be imposed.
We recognize diversity as a foundational principle on which all life on Earth is based, and the source of its endless creativity and dynamism.
Our Core Work
Legal Innovation
Pioneering wild laws, legal approaches, and strategies that implement Earth Jurisprudence and strengthen those who defend Nature, so that people can live in harmony with Nature.
Research & Publication
Conducting research and publishing information on how to apply Earth Jurisprudence and Rights of Nature.
Outreach
Engaging with activists, educators, policy-makers, lawyers, and students (amongst others) about Earth Jurisprudence and the Rights of Nature so that they are empowered to take the ideas forward in their work and spaces.
Campaigns
Building alliances around campaigns that advance the rights of Nature and bring about systemic changes in society.
