Inspired by their efforts, activists worldwide began exposing environmental injustices in their regions. Movements sprang up in South America, Southeast Asia, and even Europe, where similar stories of corporate greed and environmental degradation had been buried.
Zarah and Ayodele became keynote speakers at global conferences, sharing their story and rallying support for a new era of accountability.
But with greater visibility came greater danger. Threats against their lives escalated. One night, a firebomb was thrown at their office in Lagos. Thankfully, no one was hurt, but the message was clear: their enemies weren't done with them.
"We can't let fear stop us," Zarah said firmly. "If we back down, they win."