The Global Tree Initiative in numbers
This year, we are bringing you some fun and interesting statistics about… us, at the Global Tree Initiative!
A celebration of Peace in Aruba
On the 21st of September (the International Day of Peace), a group of friends came together around the “Let-Love-Rule Peace-Tree”.
Honoring our environmental teachers, this World Teachers’ Day!
This international day is recognized by the United Nations, and this year, we will shine the spotlight on some of our environmental teachers and those who inspire us!
Inspiring cleaning activity at Temple Trail, Taloja Hill, India
Mrinalini expressed her heartfelt appreciation to everyone who helped to make this wonderful activity possible.
Rooted in compassion: Celebrating World Humanitarian Day 2025
Small actions, rooted in compassion, connect us to something much larger.
Happy International Youth Day!
When it comes to caring for our planet, our youth are not just planting ideas, they’re planting actual trees!
Upcoming HAK retreat by our founder, Tenzin Ösel Hita
Our founder, Tenzin Ösel Hita, is hosting yet another HAK retreat. This time, in Colombia, from 6 to 10 August.
Happy 90th birthday to the Dalai Lama!
Last week, on the 6th of July, we celebrated the Dalai Lama’s 90th birthday! The Dalai Lama is one of the Global Tree Initiative’s inspiring heroes.Â
A Living Gift
Some time ago, we came up with the idea of planting trees as gifts instead of giving material...
THANK YOU for joining our last webinar with Ven. Robina Courtin
Last Saturday, October 19, we gathered with Venerable Robina Courtin to talk about how to best deal with climate change and the anxiety so many feel because of it.
The Big Love Festival, Australia
The land surrounding Chenrezig Institute, once overgrazed and barren, has been transformed into a thriving forest by dedicated members and locals. Walking through the grounds, you can feel the harmonious coexistence of people, animals, and the majestic trees.
Welcoming Heather to our global community
We are happy to welcome Heather to our team of volunteers as our Regional Coordinator. Originally from the UK, Heather now resides in the Sydney area, Australia.
Welcome to the team, Georges!
Welcome to your new role. We are delighted to have you on board Georges!
Food security and tree planting in Idjwi, DRC
Climate change affects millions of people every day. Some choose to leave their countries, while others decide to stay and make the most out of the difficult conditions of their environment. This is the case with FFF Idjwi and Ushindi.
Celebrate Earth Day with us!
On this Earth Day, three GTI team members came together to write this article in honour of the amazing planet we get to call home.
Congratulations, Beth! And thank you for joining us!
Beth is our South Island Global Tree Initiative (GTI) New Zealand coordinator and has been helping us around the Coromandel area. She has kindly taken the role of fundraising specialist for GTI.
International Day of Forests – Recording now available!
We counted on the insightful participation of 3 different speakers and all those who presented questions and contributed to the discussion. The recording is now available!
A warm welcome to Bengu, our new project coordinator!
Welcome to your new role, Bengu! We are very happy and thankful to have you here, and we are looking forward to a lot of exciting developments with you!
JOIN US this International Day of Forests!
We are coming together next March 21! Register below! In an online event, we will hear from three speakers who have been, in their own ways, dedicating their energy and time to reforesting different parts of our planet.
Global Tree Initiative’s community helps protect the rainforest in Australia
Here is a final update on the fundraiser conducted by Global Tree Initiative (GTI) Australia’s community.
Mark shares, “Our small donation will save about 60 mature and semi-plants as a forest habitat.”