Mission/Vision
The mission of the Earth Charter Initiative is to promote the transition to sustainable ways of living and a global society founded on a shared ethical framework that includes respect and care for the community of life, ecological integrity, universal human rights, respect for diversity, economic...
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The mission of the Earth Charter Initiative is to promote the transition to sustainable ways of living and a global society founded on a shared ethical framework that includes respect and care for the community of life, ecological integrity, universal human rights, respect for diversity, economic justice, democracy, and a culture of peace.
We envision individuals, organizations, businesses, governments, and multilateral institutions throughout the world, including the United Nations General Assembly and UN agencies, acknowledging the Earth Charter, embracing its values and principles, and working collaboratively to build just, sustainable, and peaceful societies.
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What does the organization do?
We seek to spread word of the Earth Charter as a declaration of fundamental principles for building a just, sustainable and peaceful global society in the 21st century.
Our goals are:
To raise awareness worldwide of the Earth Charter and to promote understanding of its...
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We seek to spread word of the Earth Charter as a declaration of fundamental principles for building a just, sustainable and peaceful global society in the 21st century.
Our goals are:
To raise awareness worldwide of the Earth Charter and to promote understanding of its inclusive ethical vision.
To seek recognition and endorsement of the Earth Charter by individuals, organizations, and the United Nations.
To promote the use of the Earth Charter as an ethical guide and the implementation of its principles by civil society, business, and government.
To encourage and support the educational use of the Earth Charter in schools, universities, religious communities, local communities, and many other settings.
To promote recognition and use of the Earth Charter as a soft law document.
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Opportunities for Youth
Youth is a major focus area of the Earth Charter. We have an Earth Charter youth network, Earth Charter Youth Groups, Youth Leadership Team and Youth Task Force. Our youth network is active in over 70 countries and at the global level. We also have university students as interns at our...
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Youth is a major focus area of the Earth Charter. We have an Earth Charter youth network, Earth Charter Youth Groups, Youth Leadership Team and Youth Task Force. Our youth network is active in over 70 countries and at the global level. We also have university students as interns at our secretariat office.
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Organization Status
Not-For-Profit (NFP)
Global Reach
Yes
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