Earth Day 2025: Protecting Our Planet, Upholding Our Rights
Every year on April 22, Earth Day calls us to reflect not only on the beauty of our planet, but also on our shared responsibility to protect it — for ourselves and for one another. At DIS-MOI, we believe that a safe, clean, and sustainable environment is not a luxury — it is a fundamental human right.
The Intersection of Environmental and Human Rights
Climate change, pollution, and ecological destruction disproportionately affect vulnerable communities. From rising sea levels displacing entire populations to toxic waste endangering public health, environmental harm is often an issue of justice and equity. The right to clean air, safe water, and fertile land is inseparable from the right to life, dignity, and freedom.
On this Earth Day, we reaffirm our commitment to defending both the planet and the people who call it home.
2025 Theme: “Our Power, Our Planet“
This year’s theme is “Our Power, Our Planet“, with campaigners calling on “everyone to unite around renewable energy” to help triple clean electricity by 2030.
We join the call for:
Stronger international regulations on plastic production and waste,
Investment in sustainable alternatives,
And most importantly, environmental justice for all communities.
What We Can Do Together
At DIS-MOI, we believe that empowered people create lasting change. Here are a few ways we can take action:
Advocate for policies that protect both human rights and the environment.
Educate communities about sustainable practices and environmental health risks.
Partner with grassroots organizations that champion environmental justice on the frontlines.
Reduce our own plastic footprint — every action matters.
Reimagining a Just and Sustainable Future
Earth Day is not just about conservation — it’s about reconnection and accountability. It’s about amplifying the voices of those most affected by environmental degradation and ensuring that progress is inclusive, equitable, and rooted in respect for human dignity.
Let this Earth Day be a turning point — not just for the planet, but for the people who inhabit it.
Because the fight for a healthy Earth is also a fight for human rights.
Happy Earth Day from all of us at DIS-MOI — today and every day, let’s protect what matters most.