is internationally recognized for her persistent struggle for democracy, human rights and environmental conservation.
She has won numerous awards and prizes for her humanitarian and environmental work. Some of these awards include:
The Sophie Prize (2004)
The Petra Kelly Prize for Environment (2004)
The Conservation Scientist Award (2004)
J. Sterling Morton Award (2004)
WANGO Environment Award (2003)
Outstanding Vision and Commitment Award (2002)
Excellence Award from the Kenyan Community Abroad (2001)
Golden Ark Award (1994)
Juliet Hollister Award (2001)
Jane Adams Leadership Award (1993)
Edinburgh Medal (1993)
The Hunger Project's Africa Prize for Leadership (1991)
Goldman Environmental Prize (1991)
the Woman of the World (1989)
Windstar Award for the Environment (1988)
Better World Society Award (1986)
Right Livelihood Award (1984)
Woman of the Year Award (1983)
yeah.... thats a lot. I wish I had that many awards on my wall!
She has been a member of parliament in Kenya since 2002, and furthering her great work.
Listen here to hear an interview with her on NPR!
I really like this lady... obviously I don't know her, but just through researching her I can feel her compassion and drive to better her country. I feel like she would just be a really interesting person to sit down with, she looks so pleasant in her picture! So take some time to read about her and maybe you'll see what I mean!
