The mission of the center is to help people understand that our health, and that of our children, depends on the health of the environment, and that we must do everything we can to protect it. It bestows the Global Environmental Citizen Award annually upon an individual working to protect the environment.
The center's goal is to emphasize the interconnectedness of human health and environmental sustainability, highlighting the importance of conservation efforts. It recognizes outstanding individuals through its annual Global Environmental Citizen Award.