The Earth Island Institute Is An International Environmental Organization Based In Berkeleycaliforniafounded In 1982 By David Browerthe Organization Focuses On Supporting Projects That Address Threats To Biological And Cultural Diversitypromoting Environmental And Social Justiceit Operates Under The Guiding Principle That Committed Citizens Can Effect Meaningful Change Earth Island Institute Provides Fiscal Sponsorship To Over Seventy Five Projectsoffering Resourcesexpertiseand Legal Protection While Allowing These Initiatives To Maintain Their Independencethe Organization Also Facilitates Collaboration And Innovation In Environmental Activismit Publishes Theearth Island Journal A Quarterly Magazine That Features Investigative Reporting And Inspiring Stories Related To Environmental Changethe Leadershipunder Executive Director David Phillipsemphasizes The Importance Of Grassroots Movements And Collective Action In Tackling Environmental Challenges
