United Nations Radio

Wangari Muta Maathai

Before departing for the landmark climate change conference in Copenhagen, the UN Secretary-General announced the appointment of a new UN Messenger of Peace. With the world focused on greenhouse gas emissions, and all things "green" in general, it's no surprise that the new ambassador is Wangari Maathai, the Kenyan environmental activist and Nobel laureate. Professor Maathai, who is also in Copenhagen, addressed world leaders at the opening of the conference's high level segment during the second week of the conference. We present highlights from her speech.

16 days of activism against gender violence

Darfur citizens join the UN in fighting violence against women

 
Music, poetry and drumming were just some of the talents on display at a ceremony held by the joint African Union/United Nations Mission in Darfur in commemoration of the 16 Days of Activism against Gender Violence.

 
 
 
Actress Darryl Hannah lends her voice to the call for a legally binding emissions treaty in Copenhagen

UN Radio's Donn Bobb with Darryl Hannah

She made a 'Splash' as a mermaid, and starred in the science fiction classic 'Blade Runner.' But actress Darryl Hannah is more renowned today for her environmentalism than her Hollywood status. The American movie star is attending the landmark conference on climate change in Copenhagen, which is where UN Radio's Donn Bobb caught up with her.

Producer: Dianne Penn
duration: 14'00"