{"id":1786,"date":"2026-09-05T10:03:09","date_gmt":"2026-09-05T07:03:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rotary.fi\/kankaanpaa\/?post_type=ajankohtaiset&p=1786"},"modified":"2026-09-05T10:20:06","modified_gmt":"2026-09-05T07:20:06","slug":"peace-christmas-tree-initiative","status":"publish","type":"ajankohtaiset","link":"https:\/\/rotary.fi\/kankaanpaa\/ajankohtaiset\/peace-christmas-tree-initiative\/","title":{"rendered":"Peace Christmas Tree Initiative"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Peace Christmas Tree Initiative<\/strong><\/h1>\n

An international peace initiative hosted by Kankaanp\u00e4\u00e4n Rotaryklubi, Finland<\/strong><\/p>\n

Peace can travel from one community to another in a letter, a greeting, a poem \u2014 or a small Christmas ornament.<\/em><\/p>\n

Kankaanp\u00e4\u00e4n Rotaryklubi invites Rotary clubs around the world to take part in the Peace Christmas Tree Initiative. The idea is simple: each participating club sends a tangible expression of peace to Kankaanp\u00e4\u00e4, Finland. Together, these messages and symbols will form an international collection of goodwill, friendship and hope during the Christmas season. The letters and ornaments will be used for decoration of the public Christmas tree in Kankaanp\u00e4\u00e4 by the Town Library.<\/p>\n

Purpose of the initiative<\/h1>\n

The initiative is designed to connect Rotary clubs across borders through personal, local and creative expressions of peace. Every contribution tells a small story about the people and community behind it. When these stories are brought together, they demonstrate how peace can be built through understanding, friendship and genuine interest in one another.<\/p>\n

The concept supports Rotary\u2019s long-standing commitment to advancing world understanding, goodwill and peace. Rotary International identifies promoting peace as one of its principal areas of focus and emphasizes that local peacebuilding can have a global effect.<\/p>\n

Invitation to Rotary clubs worldwide<\/h1>\n

We warmly invite Rotary clubs in every part of the world to participate. Your club\u2019s contribution does not need to be elaborate or expensive. What matters is that it represents your community and conveys a sincere message of peace.<\/p>\n

What to send<\/h1>\n
    \n
  1. An expression of peace<\/strong>
    \nSend a peace message created by your club. It may be a letter, Christmas or seasonal greeting, poem, short story, drawing, quotation, photograph, or another creative expression. Contributions from local schools, young people, Interact or Rotaract members may also be included.<\/li>\n
  2. A glimpse of your home region<\/strong>
    \nWe would be delighted to learn about the place your club calls home. You may include a short introduction to your town, city, region or country, a tourism brochure or postcard, or links\/QR codes to local tourism information, cultural attractions and other material that helps recipients discover your community.<\/li>\n
  3. A Christmas ornament or local symbol<\/strong>
    \nIf possible, include one small Christmas tree ornament. It could reflect your country, local traditions, your club\u2019s area or simply the theme of peace. Handmade ornaments are especially welcome, but any lightweight and suitable decoration is appreciated.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    The Peace Christmas Tree<\/h1>\n

    The contributions received from participating clubs will become part of the Peace Christmas Tree project in Kankaanp\u00e4\u00e4. Messages, greetings and ornaments will symbolize the many communities that share the same wish: a more peaceful world. The initiative can also create new connections between clubs and open doors for future friendship, exchanges and international cooperation.<\/p>\n

    Suggested contribution package<\/h1>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n
    Include<\/strong><\/td>\nExamples<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Peace expression<\/strong><\/td>\nLetter, greeting, poem, drawing, story or photograph<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Local introduction<\/strong><\/td>\nShort description of your club, community and country<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Discover your region<\/strong><\/td>\nTourism links, QR codes, postcard or brochure<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Christmas ornament<\/strong><\/td>\nA small decoration representing peace or your local identity<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
    Club details<\/strong><\/td>\nClub name, city, country and contact person<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

    A message from Kankaanp\u00e4\u00e4n Rotaryklubi<\/h1>\n

    \u201cThrough one message, one ornament and one connection at a time, we can make peace visible and strengthen friendship between communities around the world.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n

    We hope the Peace Christmas Tree will grow through the participation of Rotary clubs from many countries and cultures. Every contribution will add a unique voice to a shared international message: peace begins with people meeting, listening, learning and reaching out to one another.<\/p>\n

    Join the Peace Christmas Tree Initiative<\/h1>\n

    We invite your Rotary club to become part of this international Christmas message of peace. Prepare your club\u2019s contribution, tell us something about your community, and send a small ornament that can become part of the Peace Christmas Tree.<\/p>\n

    Join the initiative \u2014 and let your community\u2019s message of peace become part of a worldwide story.<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Practical information<\/h1>\n

    Organizer: Kankaanp\u00e4\u00e4n Rotaryklubi, Finland
    \nProject: Peace Christmas Tree Initiative
    \nAddress for the letters:\u00a0\u00a0 President Krista Antila Ruhkatie 79, 38750 Veneskoski \u00a0FINLAND<\/p>\n

    Timing: Send the messages as soon as possible at latest November 20th<\/sup>, 2026<\/p>\n

    E-mail for information: krista.antila@provisolink.com<\/p>\n

    More information will be set on our clubs website:\u00a0 https:\/\/rotary.fi\/kankaanpaa\/<\/a><\/p>\n

    and Facebook \u00a0\u201cKankaanp\u00e4\u00e4n Rotaryklubi\u201d\u00a0 Instagram \u00a0Rotary Club Kankaanp\u00e4\u00e4<\/p>\n

    Contribution: Peace message + information about your region + optional Christmas ornament<\/p>\n

    Postal address, contact person, email address and the requested arrival date can be added here before the invitation is distributed internationally.<\/p>\n

    About Rotary and peace<\/h1>\n

    Rotary is a global network of more than 1.2 million members, with clubs in nearly every country. Its mission includes advancing world understanding, goodwill and peace. Rotary\u2019s peacebuilding work includes peace education, conflict prevention and resolution, international relationships and Rotary Peace Centers.<\/p>\n

    Reference<\/h2>\n

    Rotary International \u2014 Promoting Peace: rotary.org\/en\/our-work\/promoting-peace<\/p>\n

    Rotary International \u2014 Who We Are: rotary.org\/who-we-are<\/p>\n

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