Sweeping the Earth: Women Taking Action for a Healthy Planet looks at the work women are doing around the world to make the connections between health and environment. It reflects the voices of women working on the front lines and connects the experiences of women working on similar issues in many parts of the world. It focuses on what women are achieving and what has changed as a result. It offers important models for how change happens, often in the face of obstacles that seem insurmountable, and insights and inspiration grounded in the contributors' successes.

A longtime environmentalist and feminist, Miriam Wyman has been making connections between health and the government for over 30 years. Her formal studies include a BA in psychology from the University of Toronto and a Master of Environmental Studies (Education) from York University. Her publications, appearances on radio and television, and public speaking engagements have helped stimulate many people to a higher level of awareness and environmental activism.

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"I believe that readers of Sweeping the Earth will find inspiration from the vision and activism of the women in this new and important collection."— “Dr. Roberta Bondar, astronaut, scientist and physician