We help communities and groups like yours.
At CELDF, we are not a typical environmental organization. We assist communities to develop first-in-the-nation, groundbreaking laws to protect rights – including worker, environmental, and democratic rights, and rights of nature. CELDF provides free and low cost legal services, grassroots organizing, and education, to communities, states, and countries facing injustice. We help them to assert their rights to fight the harms they face. Learn more about how we work, or call us now at: 717-498-0054.
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Our Fast Facts are quick introductions to big ideas and concepts tackled by the Community Rights Movement! Check out our Fast Facts and find resources to more information to further your knowledge on the topics! Watch them all here.
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News from the Grassroots
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Common Dreams: 'It Is Like Satire': Prince Charles' Terra Carta Is a Manifesto for the Status Quo
The ecological crisis demands we protect the Rights of Nature from being watered down. A opinion piece by CELDFs Ben Price.
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Newsletter: New Hampshire Pamphlet
To advance political education in the Granite State, the New Hampshire Community Rights Network (NHCRN) has compiled an in-depth pamphlet to explore a transformation of New Hampshire's form of government.
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Guest Blog: Civil Society Groups Warn Against Anti-Protest Legislation Following Siege of US Capital
The January 6, 2021 siege of the Capital by white supremacists groups showcased preferential treatment by law enforcement. The double standards are undeniable. Now, dangerous legislation threatens to stifle peaceful protests and civil disobedience against injustice and oppression.
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Newsletter: Momentum for Constitutional Change in Pennsylvania
In 2020, members of the Pennsylvania Community Rights Network engaged in a statewide support campaign for a state constitutional amendment to place the rights of people over the interests of private corporations - empowering communities to heighten state protections for civil, human and ecosystem rights.
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Host a Virtual Democracy School
Contact CELDF for more information on hosting your own virtual Democracy School!
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Virtual Democracy School in Ashtabula
Register today for this virtual Democracy School in Ashtabula, Ohio! Co-sponsored by Ashtabula County Water Watch and CELDF.
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Virtual Democracy School in Florida
Register today for this virtual Democracy School!
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Event: Dismantling Fake Democracy. Creating Real Democracy.
February 3, 2021oin the conversation on Wednesday, February 3rd @ 5:30pm to 7:00pm PST
Fight for a more democratic tomorrow, today.
Our democracy has been usurped by corporations. Please give today to help CELDF return the democratic process to the people. CELDF uses every dollar of your donation to fight for rights.
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CELDF has helped communities to protect themselves from environmental, democratic, and other harms by securing rights since 1995.
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Send To: PO Box 360
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