 At Friends of the Earth, you will find a group of committed people who fight daily for a healthy and just world. Friends of the Earth Staff At RallyOver the last 40 years, Friends of the Earth members, activists and staff have: * been the first to raise the alarm and draw attention to new environmental problems;
* eliminated billions in taxpayer subsidies to corporate polluters.
* reformed the World Bank to address environmental and human rights concerns; and
* stopped over 150 destructive dams and water projects worldwide;
* pressed and won landmark regulations of strip mines and oil tankers;
* banned international whaling; Friends of the Earth is led by Brent Blackwelder, an environmental advocate for more than 40 years. Its dedicated staff fight to protect the rights of all people to live in a safe and healthy environment, both at home or in countries around the world. Our campaigns demonstrate our belief that the fight for justice and the movement to protect the health of the planet are part of the same struggle. Friends of the Earth U.S. is also a part of Friends of the Earth International, the world's largest grassroots environmental network. Friends of the Earth International unites 77 national member groups and some 5,000 local activist groups on every continent. Friend of the Earth's International Program Director, Elizabeth Bast, is currently serving on the Executive Committee, which is the governing body of the network. Click here to learn more about the network.
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