The Ancient Dragon Tree of Tenerife: A Living Symbol of Biodiversity
With its thick trunk, twisting branches, and giant umbrella-shaped crown, the Dragon Tree almost looks like something from a fantasy story. But beyond its magical appearance, this remarkable tree tells a deeper story about biodiversity, resilience, history, and the close relationship between people and nature.
World Migratory Bird Day 2026: Every Bird Counts
Every year, millions of migratory birds travel across countries, oceans, forests, and wetlands. These incredible journeys connect different parts of the world and remind us that nature does not follow human borders.
Happy Earth-Day To You!
Rose tells us that “Every piece of land and person has a different story – and I’m here to listen first. I don’t offer packages. I offer support.
New Year, New Hope – A Celebration From Our Community In Bali
Chelsea Detari, the Associate Director / Education Team Leader at SEE Learning Indonesia, tells us about their recent celebrations.
International Day of Zero Waste – A Story From MAYA, Zimbabwe
Jussa, our regional coordinator in Zimbabwe and Director of our partner, Manica Youth Assembly (MAYA), tells us about their hands-on approach for the Day of Zero Waste.
World Wildlife Day: Inspired by Bijaya Kumar Dash from India
In light of this international day, we are delighted to share this inspiring story from Odisha, India. Bijaya Kumar Dash tells us about how he became inspired by wildlife.
World Wetlands Day: 2 February
Wetlands are natural areas where water plays the main role in shaping the environment and supporting plants and animals.
A reflection on International Day of Peaceful Coexistence, 28 January
This International Day reminds us of something very important. It is a reminder and an encouragement to learn how to live peacefully with each other.
Human Rights Day: Growing Dignity, Hope, and Care for Our Planet
We may feel or think that there is very little we can do to help others or protect human rights. However, if we think about our attitude toward the natural environment, we may see that we can, in fact, make a difference! See, a clean and healthy environment is not a luxury, but a basic human need.
Celebrating Mountains and Trees on International Mountain Day
Mountains are more than majestic landscapes. They are true lifelines. They supply fresh water to billions of people worldwide, feeding rivers and streams that sustain farms, forests, towns, and cities.
World Children’s Day 2025: Growing Voices, Growing Trees
On a sunny spring morning, around twelve excited students stepped into a transformative outdoor learning experience- planting 50 native trees and plants around the school grounds. Even Barry, the beloved fur-team member, joined the fun and charmed everyone along the way.
The Spotlight on Heather Falloon
For this week’s blog article, we will highlight our very inspiring Australian regional coordinator volunteer, Heather Falloon.
Greening our Cities, this World Cities Day!
Green spaces and trees in our cities do more than just look pretty; they help us, our neighborhoods, and the planet in many important ways.
World Food Day: Celebrating Trees, Our Silent Food Heroes!
This year, we are celebrating this special day by shining a light on some of the most generous food providers on Earth: trees!
Stop food loss & waste, and help our planet
Every year, on the 29th of September, the world celebrates the International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste.
Living Soil in Aruba
To change an outdated habit when you start with school children, it takes only 20 years for these changes to be felt in our society.
From the ground up – part 3
The Global Tree Initiative (GTI) Australia brings you the third and final chapter of Mark Allaway’s land restoration journey at ‘Stone Jug’ in Central Victoria, on Dja Dja Warrung Country.
Happy International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples!
Besides celebrating indigenous heritage, this day also highlights the vital role that indigenous communities play in environmental stewardship. Many indigenous traditions are rooted in a deep respect for the land, water, and forests.
International Day of Friendship; A reflection on our global community
In celebration of this beautiful day, we are delighted to promote our global tree-planting community, and their experience and dedication of friendship and community. Here is what they’ve had to say over the last few years:
Protecting Possum Ridge
Planting hope in the heart of the rainforest: A small step with big impact!




















