Earth Island Institute
David Phillips is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in environmental conservation and wildlife protection. With a background in biology from Colorado College, David has served as Director of Wildlife Programs at Friends of the Earth before joining Earth Island Institute. At Earth Island Institute, David currently holds the title of Director of the International Marine Mammal Project and has also served as the Executive Director.
Earth Island Institute
Earth Island Institute is a nonprofit environmental organization and fiscal sponsor to more than seventy-five projects working in the areas of conservation, climate change solutions, wildlife protection, women’s environmental leadership, international initiatives, Indigenous communities, sustainability, community resilience, and more. The organization also includes a legal division, Earth Island Advocates, a youth leadership program, New Leaders Initiative, and an award-winning magazine, Earth Island Journal. Founded in 1982 by legendary environmentalist David Brower, Earth Island Institute is one of the leading environmental activist organizations in the United States. Our New Leaders Initiative hosts the annual Brower Youth Awards, the nation's premier environmental youth award.