Women's bold steps and tapestry of cultural legacy

The late Nobel Laureate Wangari Maathai at Karura Forest, Kiambu County. [File, Standard]

The concept of legacy is often associated with the past, viewed as something we inherit rather than something we actively create. However, this perspective overlooks the dynamic nature of true legacy. Legacy is not static; it evolves through continuous effort and intention. This understanding forms the foundation of Legacy in Motion, which recognises that meaningful progress comes from the courageous steps we take today to build a better tomorrow.

When we examine history, we see that the most enduring legacies were never meant to be frozen in time. Consider the work of Wangari Maathai, whose environmental activism did not stop with the over 30 million trees planted by her Green Belt Movement. Her true legacy lives in how she demonstrated that ecological stewardship and women's empowerment could be intertwined, a model that has inspired climate justice movements across continents. Similarly, Marie Curie's scientific breakthroughs did more than advance knowledge; they illuminated pathways for future generations of women in STEM. These examples authenticate how true legacy functions, not as a closed chapter, but as an open invitation for others to contribute, adapt, and expand upon what came before.