"No matter who or where we are, or……" — Wangari Maathai
"No matter who or where we are, or what our capabilities, we are called to do the best we can."
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79 Quotes by Wangari Maathai
Wangari Maathai has 79 quotes on this site.
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We all share one planet and are one hummanity, there is no escaping this reality.
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It gradually became clear that the Green Belt Movement's work with communities to repair the degraded environment could not be…
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The essential role of the environment is still marginal in discussions about poverty. While we continue to debate these initiatives,…
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We have a responsibility to protect the rights of generations, of all species, that cannot speak for themselves today. The…
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People need open space. People need to bring their children into an area where they can play without restriction." And…
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You can make a lot of speeches, but the real thing is when you dig a hole, plant a tree,…
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As long as there is no trust and confidence that there will be justice and fairness in resource distribution, political…
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Anybody can dig a hole and plant a tree. But make sure it survives. You have to nurture it, you…
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It is wonderful when you don't have the fear, and a lot of the time I don't ... I focus…
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Those of us who have been privileged to receive education, skills, and experiences and even power must be role models…
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Using trees as a symbol of peace is in keeping with a widespread African tradition. For example, the elders of…
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Every person who has ever achieved anything has been knocked down many times. But all of them picked themselves up…
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