Description
WANGARI | Adjustable Coiled Spiky Silver Bangle Bracelet | Solidarity Jewelry
- sterling silver
- adjustable size
- over 100 handmade components
- polished silver finish
- lead- and nickel-free
- handmade in Canada
- shipped in a black gift box
Each bracelet is handcrafted and made to order in Toronto. Please allow 2 to 3 weeks for the creation of your WANGARI bangle bracelet.
In the course of history, there comes a time when humanity is called to shift to a new level of consciousness, to reach a higher moral ground. A time when we have to shed our fear and give hope to each other. That time is now. – Wangari Maathai
Wangari Maathai (1940 – 2011) – Kenyan-born environmental, political, and women’s rights activist. Wangari was the first woman in East Africa to earn a doctorate degree. In 1977 she launched The Green Belt Movement to reforest the country and aid women in need of income. The movement is responsible for over 30 million trees being planted and about 30,000 women gaining new skills and opportunities.
Wangari Matthai was the first African woman to receive the Nobel Peace Prize her contribution to sustainable development, democracy, and peace.
