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In this episode of "Check This Out!" hosts by Amy Contreras and Cece focus on remarkable women who have made significant contributions to the world. This episode spotlights Wangari Maathai, a trailblazer in environmental conservation and women's empowerment.
Listeners will learn about Maathai's groundbreaking achievements, including being the first woman in East and Central Africa to earn a doctorate, founding the Green Belt Movement, and planting over 51 million trees in Kenya.
Throughout the episode, Amy and Cece highlight crucial facts about Maathai's impact, including her role in politics, her numerous awards (including the Nobel Peace Prize), and her dedication to empowering Kenyan women. The episode wraps up with an engaging poem summarizing Maathai's legacy.
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In this episode of "Check This Out!" hosts by Amy Contreras and Cece focus on remarkable women who have made significant contributions to the world. This episode spotlights Wangari Maathai, a trailblazer in environmental conservation and women's empowerment.
Listeners will learn about Maathai's groundbreaking achievements, including being the first woman in East and Central Africa to earn a doctorate, founding the Green Belt Movement, and planting over 51 million trees in Kenya.
Throughout the episode, Amy and Cece highlight crucial facts about Maathai's impact, including her role in politics, her numerous awards (including the Nobel Peace Prize), and her dedication to empowering Kenyan women. The episode wraps up with an engaging poem summarizing Maathai's legacy.
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