We’re Creating a World of Phoenix Zones
Many outdated policies and practices drive the exploitation of people, animals, and the planet while fueling global crises such as violence, disease, and pollution.
We’re on a mission to change that.
Phoenix Zones Initiative is working to create a world of Phoenix Zones—places that advance the health and wellbeing of people, animals, and the planet, allowing society to rise and thrive like a phoenix emerging from the ashes.
In the heart of where change is possible, we work to change lives and reimagine social, economic, and legal norms for the better.
Impact
Phoenix Zones Initiative ends suffering and shapes a better tomorrow. In 2024, we provided:
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Education and outreach to students, professionals, and the public
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Research and innovation with academic, corporate, and government partners
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Leadership and advocacy in local, national, and international forums
With your support, we can reach even more people through cutting-edge educational programs, innovative ideas, and strong leadership.
How We Do It
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We use our medical, public health, and policy expertise to improve the shared health and wellbeing of people, animals, and the planet; advance connections between rights, health, and justice; and address the roots of local and global challenges.
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And we do it by training today’s and tomorrow’s leaders; providing leadership that offers meaningful solutions; and promoting civic engagement and partnerships.
What Drives Us
The exploited child, the abused animal, and the polluted community all suffer from the same old ideas.
Now more than ever, we have an opportunity to reimagine our relationships with each other, other beings, and our life-sustaining planet.
War or peace. Sickness or health. Cruelty or kindness.
Change is possible.
Stay Updated With News From Our Team
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Apply for the Institute Leadership Program
APPLY NOWThe Institute for Universal Rights, Health & Justice is pleased to announce that, from June 1st to July 10th of 2026, we will be hosting our inaugural Leadership Program. Apply today—space is limited!
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Learn About Our Efforts to Improve Research Ethics
MEET THE COMMISSIONPhoenix Zones Initiative and the George Washington University Law School have partnered toward the development of a National Commission on Research Ethics.
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See Our Impact and Give Today
SEE OUR IMPACTAs you think about your year-end giving, discover the impact supporters like you have made for people, animals, and the planet—and help us do even more in the year to come!
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Our Guiding Values
At Phoenix Zones Initiative, we use a central ethic to guide our work for people, animals, and the planet, following the principles embedded in Phoenix Zones:
Respect for liberty and sovereignty
Compassion and justice
A belief that each individual possesses dignity and potential