Nobel Laureate Wangari Maathai April 15, 2009

The Freedom Museum is honored to welcome Prof. Wangari Maathai to Chicago. Born in Nyari, Kenya in 1940, Maathai has been recognized as one of the most prominent and influential voices for environmental protection and human rights in the world. In 1977, Maathai founded The Green Belt Movement, an organization that promotes reforestation through large scale tree-plantings. The program has employed hundreds of village women, who aid in reforestation efforts and earn income necessary for family survival. Numerous awards have been bestowed on Maathai including the Nobel Peace Prize in 2004. Join us for a fascinating discussion with this inspirational leader who is also the focus of a new PBS documentary Taking Root.

Reservations required. Go to www.freedommuseum.us to register.