S10·E19 Steal a Pencil for Me
Synopsis
How does the simple act of planting trees lead to winning the Nobel Peace Prize? Ask Wangari Maathai of Kenya. In 1977, she suggested rural women plant trees to address problems stemming from a degraded environment. Under her leadership, their tree-planting grew into a nationwide movement to safeguard the environment, defend human rights and promote democracy, earning Maathai the Nobel Peace Prize in 2004.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 10 Episode 19 of Independent Lens air?
Season 10, Episode 19 ('Steal a Pencil for Me') originally aired on April 21, 2009.
How long is Season 10 Episode 19 ('Steal a Pencil for Me')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 60 minutes.
What happens in Independent Lens Season 10 Episode 19?
How does the simple act of planting trees lead to winning the Nobel Peace Prize? Ask Wangari Maathai of Kenya. In 1977, she suggested rural women plant trees to address problems stemming from a degraded environment. Under her leadership, their tree-planting grew into a nationwide movement to safegua...
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