As part of our ongoing support of the UN Decade on Ecosystem Restoration, the Center for Earth Ethics has produced two comprehensive reports: “Values, Culture and Spirituality: Ecosystem Restoration Conversation Guide” (2022) and “Roots for Change: Using Values Culture and Spirituality to Restore Ecosystems” (2024). Both publications emphasize the crucial role of values, culture and spirituality in anchoring and accelerating successful restoration projects. They also provide a roadmap for restoration efforts to synthesize environmental principles, cultural values and spiritual insights in creating meaningful change for ecosystems and communities alike.
“Roots for Change” is the culmination of a multi-year process in which CEE conducted research, hosted grassroots dialogues and organized high-level consultations with communities around the globe. The report outlines 10 guiding principles for engaging the VCS framework in ecosystem restoration initiatives. Recognizing the intricate relationship connecting human health, cultural heritage, spiritual traditions and the environment, the principles provide actionable strategies to engage communities, accelerate restoration projects and promote long-lasting solutions.
This guidebook has been created by the United Religions Initiative and the Center for Earth Ethics to help faith communities around the world restore their communities and their ecosystems. It is rooted in the wisdom from the 2022 Values, Culture, and Spirituality consultation series organized by the Center for Earth Ethics to support the United Nations Decade on Ecosystem Restoration.
DOWNLOAD NOW Español Français Earlier this year, the Center for Earth Ethics hosted a set of virtual consultations that explored ecosystem restoration through the lens of values, culture, and spirituality.
Ecosystems hold a profound significance that stretches beyond their ecological contributions. They are the tapestry into which the rest of life is woven, supporting not only the survival of myriad
READ REPORT “There must be a dramatic change in our relationship with the natural world,” says Karenna Gore, founder and executive director of the Center for Earth Ethics. “Ecosystem restoration
WATCH WEBINAR “Ecosystem restoration is an endeavor in which we all share together with the human and the more-than-human world,” says Tariq Al-Olaimy. “We should be actively partnering with nature
“Ecosystem restoration has become a critical plank in the efforts to halt biodiversity loss and confront the climate crisis,” says CEE Director of Strategic Initiatives Andrew Schwartz. “We’ve done so much
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