Forest root system wood-wide web

How Forests Talk through the “Wood-Wide Web” — and Why That Matters to Us All Deep beneath the forest floor lies a vast and intricate communication network, not made of wires or signals, but of fungi. Known scientifically as mycorrhizal networks and poetically as the “wood-wide web,” these underground fungal threads connect trees and plants, […]

Intergenerational bonding during story time

Intergenerational Connections Spark Growth and Purpose At a time when the world often feels divided, something quietly hopeful is happening across generations. Young people and older adults are finding common ground through shared curiosity, creativity, and care. These connections aren’t just heartwarming. They’re transformative, proving that bridging generations benefits everyone involved. Intergenerational programs are turning […]

care and support

A World that Cares Thrives On October 29 each year, we observe the International Day of Care and Support, a dedicated moment to shine a light on the invisible yet indispensable force at the heart of our societies: care. Declared by the United Nations (UN) General Assembly in 2023, this observance recognizes both paid and […]