Welcome to the Global Network for Human Rights and the Environment (GNHRE) Pacific Regional website!

Connecting Research, Policy, Advocacy, and Communities

for Environmental Justice Worldwide


The Global Network for Human Rights and the Environment (GNHRE) is a

network of researchers, legal practitioners, policy-makers, activists, students, and community leaders working at the intersection of human rights and environmental protection.

Through collaborative research, policy engagement, education, and advocacy, we create spaces where diverse voices come together to advance environmental justice, strengthen human rights protections, and contribute to sustainable futures across regions and communities.



Join the GNHRE
Explore our regional networks

Wand to g business

About GNHRE

A Network for the Creation of Change

Environmental challenges and human rights concerns are deeply interconnected. Addressing them requires collaboration across disciplines, sectors, and borders.

GNHRE brings together experts and practitioners from around the world to generate knowledge, share experiences, influence policy, and support transformative action on issues including climate change, biodiversity protection, environmental governance, Indigenous rights, environmental defenders, sustainable development, and the right to a healthy environment.

Our network serves as a platform for meaningful dialogue, innovative research, and collective action that bridges academia, policy, and community practice.

Our Work

Advancing Human Rights and Environmental Justice Through Four Key Areas

Research & Knowledge Exchange

We support interdisciplinary research, scholarly collaboration, and knowledge-sharing on emerging environmental and human rights challenges. Through publications, working groups, and collaborative projects, our members contribute to global conversations and solutions.

Policy & Advocacy

GNHRE members contribute to national, regional, and international policy processes, including submissions to United Nations mechanisms and consultations on environmental and human rights issues.


Capacity Building & Education

Through summer schools, workshops, seminars, conferences, and training initiatives, we create opportunities for learning, mentorship, and professional development.


Community & Collaboration

Our network fosters partnerships among academics, practitioners, civil society organisations, students, and communities working toward environmental justice and sustainable development.


Explore Our Pacific Regional Initiatives

Blog Posts

Read perspectives, analysis, research commentary, and reflections from members of the global network on contemporary human rights and environmental issues.

Explore Blog Posts

Together, We Can Advance Human Rights and Environmental Justice


Join a growing global community committed to protecting people, communities, and the environment through research, advocacy, education, and collaboration.

Join the GNHRE