Exploring Scotland’s Diverse Tree Species: A Glimpse Into The Country’s Arboreal Riches
Listen to this article: Scotland, known for its rugged landscapes, misty lochs and ancient castles, also boasts a rich diversity of tree species that contribute to its unique and picturesque scenery. From the iconic Caledonian pine forests to the delicate rowans scattered across the highlands, Scotland’s trees are an integral part of its natural heritage, […]
Our CEO And MD Speak At London Vegans Meeting
Listen to this article: You may recall that Tracey and Simon West were invited to speak at the online meeting of the London Vegans on 31st July, about the importance of planting trees to mitigate the climate crisis and the work that Word Forest does with communities in Kenya. You can watch their discussion here: […]
International Day of Forests at Garashi
Listen to this article: Here’s a reflection from our Kenyan team on International Day of Forests this year. We mark this day in March by creating awareness of the importance of creating new and conserving existing forests. During this day everyone is encouraged to undertake activities involving forests by highlighting the importance of ecosystems in […]
Permaculture: Principles and Practice – Part 3
Listen to this article: Permaculture – the idea of living lightly on the planet – has been around for half a century. For some, it’s a sustainable and environmentally friendly way of living. For those living in countries devastated by climate change, it can be the difference between life and death. For Word Forest, permaculture […]
Permaculture: Principles and Practice – Part 2
Listen to this article: Permaculture – the idea of living lightly on the planet – has been around for half a century. For some, it’s a sustainable and environmentally friendly way of living. For those living in countries devastated by climate change, it can be the difference between life and death. For Word Forest, permaculture […]
Permaculture: Principles and Practice – Part 1
Listen to this article: Permaculture – the idea of living lightly on the planet – has been around for half a century. For some, it’s a sustainable and environmentally friendly way of living. For those living in countries devastated by climate change, it can be the difference between life and death. For Word Forest, permaculture […]
The Strength Of A Woman
Listen to this article: This lovely article from our Kenyan colleague shows how women’s lives are being transformed through education and empowerment. Thank you to all our supporters for facilitating this work. Behind every great woman in Kenya, there is another great woman! Women are generally known by their innate qualities of endurance, empathy, creativity, […]
Mitigating The Climate Crisis One Dinner Plate At A Time
Listen to this article: Our ever dedicated CEO and MD have been invited to be the guest speakers at an online meeting of the London Vegans, to talk about Word Forest – its mission and ethics and its new fundraising initiative, which stitches in those ethics and opens up new possibilities for fostering conversation and […]
Trees and Their Place in Celtic Mythology – Part 2
Listen to this article: Trees have long been revered by the Celtic peoples for their wisdom, and used as crafting materials and even for their healing properties. It is no wonder that they are often so central to the stories that have carried through the ages and are described in such great detail despite their […]