Great Old Broads for Wilderness is a grassroots environmental advocacy organization dedicated to preserving and protecting public lands, wilderness areas, and wildlife. Founded by older women activists, the organization works to safeguard natural ecosystems through education, advocacy, and citizen engagement, while welcoming members of all ages and genders who support its conservation mission.
The organization typically advocates for federal and state wilderness designation, protection of public lands from mining and drilling, conservation of wildlife habitats, opposition to public land privatization, climate change mitigation, and strengthening of environmental review and land management policies.
Primarily funded through individual donations, membership dues, and foundation grants.
Works in coalition with national and regional conservation organizations and local public lands advocacy groups.
Non-profit organization