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Earth Law Center (ELC) is thrilled to announce that a court in Peru has ruled that the Marañon 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 Marañon 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 #Marañon. 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 Marañón 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 Marañon 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 Marañón 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 Marañón 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!

🌎Be part of the activities that ELC brings for you this COP16 in person or follow us through our social networks. Find more info about registration for both events at the link in our bio 🌱. #cop16 #colombia #naturaleza #derechos #rios #animales #naturalezaviva #nature #naturelife #climateaction #rivers

INSCRÍBETE AHORA ➡️Al Evento del Pabellón verde de la COP16 de CBD: Los Derechos de la Naturaleza: un mecanismo jurídico poderoso para la protección de la Biodiversidad 🗓️ Jueves 31 de octubre ⏰ 14:00 hrs (GMT -5, Cali, Colombia) 📍 Salón de Música del Banco de la República, Calle 7 #4-69, Cali, Colombia Encuentra más información para el registro aquí: https://lnkd.in/e-SyaxvW

We need your voice!🌲Send a letter through this link and help make a difference https://lnkd.in/ejiVRnJU #damremovals #nature #naturelife #law #earthlaw #naturelover #animalrights #ocean #river #VOICEOFNATURE #climatechange #climatecrisis #laws #orcas #salmon #washington #elwha #naturelovers #climateaction #climatestrike

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At Earth Law Center, the Indigenous Earth Law Program collaborates with Indigenous Peoples to advance Earth law, empowering leaders in advocacy, education, policy, and governance. Learn more at our website! www.earthlawcenter.org #nature #indigenouspeoplesday #motherearth #naturelife #climateaction #climatecrisis

The Biobío River is now the first ecosystem in Chile to have its own Declaration of Rights! This initiative recognizes the intrinsic rights of the river and its tributaries, marking a crucial step toward their conservation. Protecting the Biobío is a responsibility we all share, and it’s up to us to safeguard its health and ensure its preservation for future generations. We invite you to read the Declaration, sign it, and share it with your community. Join the movement and help protect the Biobío River! Want to learn more? 👉 https://lnkd.in/dA2GFQM9 #PorUnRioBiobioConDerechos #DerechosDelRioBiobio #RioBiobio #DerechosDeLaNaturaleza

Learn about the bold mission of Earth Law Center: To align our laws with the laws of Nature. Covering our work on the rights of Nature, rights of future generations, Nature-conscious governance, and legal guardianship of Nature, amongst others, as well as our global education program, we hope you become inspired to join us in giving a voice to the planet itself. 🌎🌱 Together, we can overcome the climate & biodiversity crises and live in harmony with Nature. Learn more at www.earthlawcenter.org #nature #naturelife #law #earthlaw #naturelover #animalrights #ocean #river #VOICEOFNATURE #climatechange #climatecrisis #laws #climateaction #rights #futuregenerations #naturelover #animalrights #hummingbirds

Las abejas amazónicas sin aguijón (Melipona Eburnea & Tetragonisca Angustula) son especies importantes para el pueblo Asháninka, quienes hoy sufren los efectos de la deforestación y el cambio climático, entre otras amenazas. Esta expedición fue organizada por @amazonresearchint y @sernanp, y contó con la participación de expertos de @iiapperu, el soporte periodístico de @ojopublico y el Programa Legal para América Latina de Earth Law Center. Esta misión recién comienza, y tú puedes ser parte. Puedes realizar tu contribución a este proyecto donando al Latin American Program de ELC a través del link en la bio. ¡Ayúdanos a dar el siguiente paso por los Derechos de la Naturaleza! #abejas #medioambiente #naturaleza #derechos #nature #rios #rioamazonas #vida

New report hot off the press: ¨Ecocentrism in the Global Biodiversity Framework¨ highlights how countries can prioritize and fund Earth-centered laws, including the Rights of Nature, through the Global Biodiversity Framework. Pertinent reading leading up to COP16, where Earth Law Center (ELC) and partners will have a major presence. Authored by ELC with support from Rights of Mother Earth, Lawyers for Nature, End Ecocide Sweden, and Keystone Species Alliance. Get more details here: https://lnkd.in/eEUS3cRY #naturelife #law #earthlaw #naturelover #animalrights #ocean #river #VOICEOFNATURE #climatechange #climatecrisis #laws #climateaction #rights #futuregenerations #naturelover #animalrights #hummingbirds