Pledge to Reclaim the Great Lakes as a Commons

Who will define the future of the Great Lakes? You will.

I declare the Great Lakes a commons because I believe:

• The Great Lakes belong to all of us—every living being that depends on them.
• All of us have an equitable right to clean, safe water.
• We have a rightful role as stewards and protectors of our water.
• The sovereignty and water knowledge of Indigenous Nations must be honored in all water use decisions.

I pledge to stand with others to reclaim the Great Lakes as a living Commons.

Not sure if you’re ready to take the pledge? You can learn more about the Great Lakes Initiative and cross-border, multi-cultural grassroots movement here.