The Living City: An Urban Ecocentric Law Summit

Join ELC at Fordham Law School for a dynamic series exploring the rising influence of the Rights of Nature and Earth law movements in New York and beyond. This three-part program covers the Green Amendment and Earth Law in New York State, offers an introduction to Earth Law principles, and examines urban ecocentrism through law and culture. Attend one, two, or all three sessions to deepen your understanding of how communities are advancing legal protections for the Earth.

Schedule of events:

10:30AM – 11:00AM: Greeting & optional pre-networking

11:00 – 12:00 PM: Innovating with the New York Green Amendment

12:30 – 1:30 PM: Introduction to Earth Law

2:00 – 4:00 PM: Ecocentrism in the Urban Environment