Working Session: Giving Nature a Voice in Governance through Legal Innovation

About the event

Humans are just one small part of the interconnected web of life, yet the legal system treats us as separate from Nature, leaving ecosystems and species without even the most basic rights. But this is beginning to change. “Earth Lawyer” Grant Wilson will take you on a journey through groundbreaking legal innovations that give Nature a formal voice in governance, from constitutional rights for ecosystems to bioregional governance and criminalizing "ecocide." 

Building on his experience helping to establish the first-ever Board seat for Nature with the UK-based company Faith in Nature, Grant will also explore how businesses and communities are adopting innovative Earth-centered approaches to ensure long-term sustainability and resilience. Join this inspiring talk to explore how these transformative ideas are reshaping the law and reconnecting humanity to the larger community of life. 

Learning Objectives

• Learn about legal innovations to directly represent the environment in governance, from local governments to corporations and the United Nations.   
• Understand how areas of law, such as constitutional, criminal, and property law, can be reimagined from an Earth-centered perspective.
• Explore how businesses can "future-proof" themselves by adopting Earth-centered approaches that respect and integrate Nature. 
• Examine who can legitimately "speak for Nature" and how this is evolving.
• Consider the role of technology in shaping this transformative moment.

Meet your panelists

This event addresses the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

Continuing education requirements

ISSP credential holders will earn 0.5 CEU's for attending this webinar.

Recording

This is an interactive working session and will not be recorded.