Rights of the wild: three more projects working to protect nature’s silent citizens

Rights of the wild: three more projects working to protect nature’s silent citizens

In a paradigm shift challenging the notion of human supremacy, a trio of movements is prompting a reconsideration of our connection with the world beyond humans. Since Professor Christopher Stone suggested in a 1972 issue of the Southern California Law Review that trees ought to have legal rights, the concept of recognizing forests, waterways, and wildlife as more than mere resources has been a topic of discussion. The movement advocating for legal protections, a say in decision-making, and acknowledgment of creativity for the more-than-human world is gaining momentum. Is this slow yet significant revolution finally reaching maturity?

Exploring five initiatives sparking action globally, this mini-series hones in on The More Than Human Life program, The Fungi Foundation, and Rights of Rivers. The More Than Human Life program, spearheaded by César Rodríguez-Garavito in partnership with Cosmo Sheldrake, challenges the idea of human supremacy by emphasizing the deep interconnectedness between humans and nature. Through collaborations across law, science, and the arts, the program seeks to reframe our relationship with the more-than-human world.

Delving into the realm of fungi’s vital role in maintaining a healthy planet, The Fungi Foundation, established by Giuliana Furci in 2012, aims to elevate the status of fungi in conservation and environmental protection efforts. By pushing for regulatory recognition

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