CCEJ is a multi-issue organization, yet the primary activities focus on environmental justice issues. CCEJ seeks to achieve their mission through community organizing, direct action, political advocacy, and community education.

"A network of Indigenous Peoples empowering Indigenous Nations and communities towards sustainable livelihoods, demanding environmental justice and maintaining the Sacred Fire of our traditions."

Featured campaigns include: Toxics/Environemental Health, Mining Oil and Gas, Native Energy, Climate Justice, Water is Life, Globalization, and Youth.