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The Power of One: Sparking a Movement
The Peace Circle™ initiative is gaining momentum. The first Peace Circle was inaugurated in September in Finland, and the next will take...
Mika Vanhanen
Oct 19, 20242 min read


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...
Mika Vanhanen
Sep 8, 20242 min read


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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Jul 16, 20243 min read


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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Mar 19, 20243 min read


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 14, 20242 min read


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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Feb 5, 20243 min read


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 22, 20242 min read


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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Jan 2, 20242 min read


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 26, 20234 min read


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 18, 20233 min read


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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Dec 7, 20234 min read


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 13, 20232 min read


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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Nov 3, 20231 min read
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