Eco Amazons- 20 Women Who are Changing the World
In commemorating International Women’s Day I would like to introduce you to the book Eco Amazons: 20 Women Who Are Transforming the World
Majora Carter is one of the amazing ladies which has been featured in this book. The youngest of 10 siblings this eco-entrepreneur founded the nonprofit Sustainable South Bronx in 2001.
She developed restoration projects on the Bronx River waterfront, built green roofs, and created one of the nation’s first urban green jobs training and placement systems. Her efforts earned her a MacArthur “genius” Fellowship “in recognition of great future potential.”
In 2008, Majora launched the Majora Carter Group, a green-collar economic consulting firm that develops investment opportunities in marginalized communities across the country.
You just have to view the short video clip about the book to get a preview of what is within the pages.
Eco Amazons Book Flip from powerHouse Books on Vimeo.
I really enjoyed reading the stories behind the ladies contributions to society and how they have tried to make our world a better place. The book was a really inspirational read.
You can purchase this book from Amazon
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Disclaimer: I received a copy of Eco Amazons: 20 Women Who Are Transforming the World
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March 8, 2012 @ 9:08 pm
We are living in a world woefully short of women who make a postive difference, at least where we hear about them. I know they exist, I run into them online all of the time online, it is just rare that you see anything about them in print. Thanks for the review
March 9, 2012 @ 1:07 am
What an inspirational story about women who are changing the world!
March 9, 2012 @ 2:03 am
This looks like a wonderful book. It’s always nice to hear about powerful women making a difference in the world. I used to live in NYC and making a difference in the South Bronx is a big deal. I look forward to checking this one out! Thanks for the heads up.
March 9, 2012 @ 9:27 am
This looks like a great book! I love environmental activists and so great to see women making a difference.