Richard Louv

Richard Louv is an American journalist, author, and conservationist dedicated to reconnecting children and adults with nature. He is the co-founder and chairman emeritus of the Children & Nature Network.

He achieved international acclaim as the author of the groundbreaking book Last Child in the Woods, which coined the term ‘nature-deficit disorder’ and sparked a global movement.

Louv’s passionate advocacy for environmental education and outdoor human health has transformed educational policy and parenting culture worldwide. He is a vital voice in modern conservation.