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Wangari Maathai “When you have the environment degraded, it is always so that we are going to fight over the few resources that are left.” “We are very fond of blaming the poor for destroying the environment. But often it is the powerful, including governments, that are responsible.” “We can work together for a better world with men and women of goodwill, those who radiate the intrinsic goodness of humankind.” "Throughout Africa, women are the primary caretakers, holding significant responsibility for tilling the land and feeding their families. As a result, they are often the first to become aware of environmental damage as resources become scarce and incapable of sustaining their families." "We have planted over 30 million trees that provide fuel, food, shelter, and income to support their children's education and household needs. The activity also creates employment and improves soils and watersheds. Through their involvement, women gain some degree of

Stand Up Against Poverty is a Month of Action from Sept 16 - Oct 17, where millions of people around the world will be showing their support to eradicate poverty and inequality. "Six years ago, 189 world leaders sat down and agreed to end poverty and achieve the Millennium Development Goals by 2015. On October 15&16, people across the world will stand up to remind them of this promise. Join us as we set the Guinness World Record for the most people standing up against poverty. Together we can end extreme poverty. STAND UP is part of the Global Call to Action Against Poverty month of mobilization around the International Day of Poverty Eradication." To add your own event click here . What You Can Do for STAND UP