Environmental Human Rights Defenders (EHRDs) are individuals and groups who, in their personal or professional capacity and in a peaceful manner, strive to protect and promote human rights relating to the environment, including water, air, land, flora, and fauna. It is globally recognized that EHRDs play a vital role in protecting the environment and standing up for communities and individuals who are disproportionately impacted by environmental harm. EHRDs are critical partners for addressing the triple planetary crisis of biodiversity loss, pollution, and climate change and realizing the universally recognized right to a healthy environment.
The third Asia-Pacific Environmental Human Rights Defenders Forum, is to be held from 20-22 September 2023 in Bangkok, Thailand.
