Marina Silva
Brazilian environmentalist and politician
Born
February 8th, 1958
67 years ago
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Brazil
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Born in 1958, this environmentalist and politician has dedicated a significant part of life to advocating for sustainable development and social justice in Brazil. She began her career as a rubber tapper and subsequently became an influential figure in environmental policies. Serving as Minister of the Environment from 2003 to 2008, major initiatives included the conservation of the Amazon rainforest and the promotion of biodiversity. Active in various environmental movements, the individual also played a vital role in political campaigns, emphasizing environmental issues. As a candidate for the presidency in 2014 and 2018, focused on establishing an environmentally responsible agenda in Brazilian politics.
Served as Minister of the Environment from 2003 to 2008
Ran for the Brazilian presidency in 2014 and 2018
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