Can planting trees change the political system and lead to a Nobel Peace Prize? The answer is yes.
Wangari Mathai, also know as the 'Tree Mother', started a women's movement of simple planting trees in deforestated terrains in Kenya. This soon became a strong civil initiative, leading to deep transformation withing Kenia's political and social system.
Being colonized by Britain, Kenya was under their regime. Planting trees became a foundation, called 'The Green Belt Movement'. It brought back freedom to citizens of this country and made protection of environment a political responsibility.
The powerful story of life and commitment of Wangari Mathai is an example of a struggle towards a true democracy and saving both the environment and traditional communities.
See the trailer
A full version of the film is not accesible online but you can purchase it through the website:
takingrootfilm.com
To find out more about Wangari Mathai's work, life, books and Greenbelt Movement visit:
greenbeltmovement.org
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Thanks for keeping the faith! A true inspiration, god bless Eve
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