Wangari Maathai
Wangari Maathai was a Kenyan scientist, environmentalist and democratic activist who founded the Green Belt Movement. By linking tree planting with women’s empowerment, human rights and political accountability, she helped transform environmental conservation into a movement for community power and peace.
Harriet Tubman
Born into slavery, Harriet Tubman escaped to freedom before risking her life to guide others along the Underground Railroad. Soldier, scout, intelligence operative and humanitarian, she became one of the most remarkable figures in American history.