Mika Vanhanen
Starting a New Circle at 60
Lately, I’ve been looking at my old friends and thinking, "How did they look so old?" And yet, here I am, approaching 60 myself. As...
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- Jul 16
- 3 min
Completing the Circle: 20 Years of Peace, Trees, and Culture
🌿✨ “The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now.” This ancient Chinese proverb perfectly captures my...
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- Mar 19
- 3 min
From Gesture to Global Movement: The Power of the Seed Greet
At the core of the "Plant and Care for Peace" initiative lies a profound symbol that has grown to embody hope, collaboration, and our...
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- Feb 14
- 2 min
The Environmental Benefits of Tree Planting: A Closer Look
In my previous blog post, I explored the profound impact that tree planting initiatives can have on fostering peace and sustainability...
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- Feb 5
- 3 min
20 Years of Forests for Peace: Marking the Day in History
The Dawn of a Global Movement It was a sunny day in September, marking not just the transition of seasons but the beginning of a movement...
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- Jan 22
- 2 min
Celebrating the Launch of A Very Special Year 28 Jan 2024
As we approach 28 January, a date that marks the launch of our year-long celebration, my heart swells with a deep sense of gratitude....
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- Jan 2
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Welcome to "Roots of Unity: A Journey Through Tree Planting"
Embark with us on a special journey in my blog series, "Roots of Unity: A Journey Through Tree Planting." Over the upcoming posts, we'll...
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- Dec 26, 2023
- 4 min
What's Your Next Chapter? Embracing Life's New Beginnings
John F. Kennedy said that 'change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future.' As...
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- Dec 18, 2023
- 3 min
Greediness of time - Olli-Pekka Heinonen
Human time is limited. The Roman philosopher Cicero could not understand how people are stingy with goods and money, yet generously share...
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- Dec 7, 2023
- 4 min
Transparent Growth: Reviving Trust in Tree Planting
Forests are key in mitigating climate change, absorbing approximately 2.4 billion metric tons of carbon dioxide annually, which is around...
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- Nov 13, 2023
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Two Decades of Trees for Peace
On a Tuesday that dawned like any other, September 21, 2004, something extraordinary took root. As a classroom teacher passionate about...
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- Nov 3, 2023
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Dawning of Hope Amidst Global Challenges: Welcome to Our Green Dialogue
In an age where the headlines often paint a picture of escalating conflicts, wars, and unsettling challenges, it's easy to lose hope....
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