The Greenbelt Movement

The Greenbelt Movement

Introduction

The Green Belt Movement was initiated by Wangari Maathai. The Green Belt Movement is a native grass-roots nongovernmental organization positioned in Nairobi in Kenya that undertakes a holistic approach to advancement by working on ecological preservation, community progression and capacity construction. The organization was launched in 1977 by Professor Maathai under the sponsorship of the National Council of Women in Kenya. The Green Belt Movement systematizes females in non-urban Kenya to grow trees, combat de-forestation, replenish their primary source of fuel for cooking, earn money, and prevent soil erosion.

Discussion

The green belt movement focuses on preserving green ...