Anne Hallum is helping rural communities prevent natural tragedies . Through her nonprofit , Hallum is teaching villagers how some trees can provide protection . The group also provides educational resources and agricultural know - how . We come together and plant in the tree nurseries or pack the products , and we support each other . Do you know a hero ? We are open for 2011 CNN Heroes .
Anne Hallum is helping rural communities prevent natural tragedies . Through her nonprofit , Hallum is teaching villagers how some trees can provide protection . The group also provides educational resources and agricultural know - how . Do you know a hero ? We are open for 2011 CNN Heroes .