The Power of Trees

by WiredBerries Editors — November 20, 2007

To be inspired by the difference one person can make, spend a few minutes exploring the Green Belt Movement. The GBM provides income and sustenance to millions of people through the planting of trees. In addition, it conducts educational campaigns to raise awareness about women's rights, civic empowerment, and the environment. Through the work of founder, and 2004 Nobel Peace Prize Laureate, Professor Wangari Maathai, the mission to empower communities worldwide to protect the environment and to promote good governance and cultures of peace is becoming reality. What a difference one tree can make!