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2009: Humanity 4 Water Award for Outstanding Commitment 2 Action
1991: The Goldman Environmental Prize, the Goldman Foundation, USA
2005: One of the 100 Most Influential People in the World : Time magazine, USA
In 2005 Professor Maathai was elected the Presiding Officer of the Economic, Social and Cultural Council (ECOSOCC) of the African Union based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. ECOSOCC was formed to advise the African Union on issues related to the African civil society. Dr. Maathai was also honored with an appointment as Goodwill Ambassador to the Congo Basin Forest Ecosystem, where she serves in an advocacy role for the region conservation and protection.
World Association of Non-Governmental Organizations, USA
1990: The Offeramus Medal, Benedictine College, USA
2004: J. Sterling Morton Award, Arbor Day Foundation, USA
2006: 6th in 100 Greatest Eco-Heroes of All Time , The Environment Agency, UK
2008: Dignitas Humana Award, St John School of Theology, USA
2006: The Indira Gandhi International Award for Peace, Disarmament