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Inspired by the wonders of nature, Hedva Ser created the Bronze Tree of Peace, stretching its branches toward the heavens as if in supplication. It is filled with symbols meant to unite people and restore peace among nations.

The first element of the Tree of Peace is the "Chai," which, in the Bible, signifies life.
The second element is the "Shin," which in Hebrew is the first letter of the word Shalom, and in Arabic, the first letter of the word Salam.
The third element is the dove, a messenger of hope and freedom, perched on a branch, ready to take flight in a call for peace and love among nations.
Finally, the crescent moon, a symbol of Islam, completes the composition.

Planted in public spaces where people gather, the Tree of Peace speaks to our consciences, inviting reflection and making peace a part of our daily dialogue.
Universal in its message, it stands as a symbol of understanding between nations, aspiring not only to resolve conflicts but also to celebrate peace worldwide.
The Tree of Peace has also been recognized as a symbol of peace by UNESCO.

Tree Of Peace

Shantou,China

the Tree of Peace was inaugurated in front the Dexing Ancestral Hall and Ze An Li Mansion in Shantou, China in the presence of Dr Chau Chak Wing, Co-chair of NGIC and president of Kingold Group, Mr Ban Ki-Moon, former Secretary General of the UN, Mister Ismail Serageldin, Co-chair of NGIC, and with members of NGIC.

The Path of Peace

Abu Dhabi,UAE

Haguenau,France

the Tree of Peace was inaugurated in Abu Dhabi, on the sidelines of the International Conference on Women, Peace and Security in Umm Al Emarat Park. The Tree of Peace is a gift from his highness Sheikh Said Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister of Interior of United Arab Emirates to the Mother of Nations, Her highness Fatima Bin Mubarak.

Paris,France

Athens,Greece

the Tree of Peace was inaugurated in the garden and the Cityhall of the 16th arrondissement by the Mayor Mr. Francis Szpiner, in the presence of religious dignitaries such as Imam Hassen Chalghoumi of Drancy and Rabbi Moshe Sebbag of the Synagogue de la Victoire de Paris, ambassadors from Andorra, Greece, Cape Verde, Guinea, Madagascar and Lebanon as well as UNESCO representatives from India, Tunisia, Cambodia

the Tree of Peace was inaugurated at the Place of Metz in Luxembourg, in presence of His Royal Highness The Grand Duke of Luxembourg, the Minister of Defense, the Mayor of Luxembourg, the President and members of the Parliament.
The Road of Peace is born.

On the occasion of the International Day of Peace, which is celebrated on 21 September, the President of the Republic of Greece, Mr. Procope Pavlopoulos, the Mayor of Athens, Mr. Kostas Bakoyannis and the Goodwill Ambassador of UNESCO, Ms. Marianna Vardinoyannis, the sculpture of Hedva Ser, Goodwill Ambassador and Special Envoy for Cultural Diplomacy of UNESCO, the Tree of Peace was planted on Friday, September 20, 2019 at Rizareios Park in full heart of Athens.

Luxembourg

The Tree of Peace was inaugurated in front of Haguenau Town Hall in the Bas-Rhin at the initiative of Nathalie Roos and her sisters to honor their father, Philippe Créange, and celebrate the 200th anniversary of the Haguenau Synagogue and a decade of intercultural and interfaith dialogue. The event was attended by Chief Rabbi Harold Avraham Weill, Maurice Dahan, President of the Israelite Consistory of the Bas-Rhin, Mayor Claude Sturni, and the municipal council.

Louvre,Paris

Tree of Peace inauguration at the Place of Louvre for the 9th Edition of Cultural Diversity International Festival in the 1st arrondissement of Paris, under the patronage of the French National Commission for UNESCO. In presence of Mr Jean-François Legaret, Mayor of 1st arrondissement, Mrs Carla Arigoni, President of the Culture Animation of the 1st arrondissement, Mr Eric Falt, Assistant Director-General for External Relations and Public Information of UNESCO, and the ambassadors of China, Serbia and Andorra.

Strasbourg,France

Kfar Maccabiah,,Israel

he 11th Tree of Peace was inaugurated at the Dental University of Strasbourg, in the presence of the President of the University Alain Beretz, the Dean of the University Corrine Taddéi, and representatives of the city of Strasbourg and the region. This sculpture is at the initiative of Dr. Philippe Lévy, Dr. Thierry Roos, and Alpha Omega and Henry Schein..

The 10th Tree of Peace, 3 meters high, was inaugurated in Kfar Maccabia, Israel, the international sports village that hosts the Jewish Olympic Games bringing together all the Jewish sportsmen of the world.These are the 3rd Olympic Games in the world, since 1932. Sport as a tool for promoting peace in the world.

Berlin, Germany,

Ordino, Andorra

the 9th Peace Tree of Hedva Ser was inaugurated in Berlin in the Garden of Nations to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the resumption of diplomatic relations between Germany and Israel. This sculpture was initiated by the German Ministry of Foreign Affairs and was commissioned thanks to the patronage of Mr. Léo David

during the 3rd International Forum on Intercultural Dialogue in Baku, Mehriban Aliyeva, UNESCO Director General Irina Bokova, and artist Hedva Ser inaugurated the 650 kg "Tree of Peace" sculpture, symbolizing tolerance and unity. Irina Bokova highlighted Azerbaijan’s cultural heritage, quoting poet Masati Ganjavi, and emphasized the sculpture’s role in promoting dialogue and reconciliation worldwide. French artist Hedva Ser, dedicated to fostering peace through art, created the Tree of Peace to spread values of humanity, tolerance, and hope across cultures.

his sculpture is the initiative of the Government of Andorra, inaugurated by Mrs. Irina Bokova, Director of UNESCO, the Minister of Culture and the Mayor of Ordino. This sculpture will be the subject of a garden of Peace.

Baku, Azerbaijan

Harvard, Boston, Etats-Unis

This sculpture was initiated by Professor Brune Donoff, Dean of Oral Health University at Harvard Medical School and was commissioned by the patronage of Dr. Allen Finkenlstein (USA) and Henry Schein Cares Foundation.

Verdala Garden,Presidential Palace, Malta

Al Quds University,Israel

This sculpture was initiated by Dr. Musa Bajali, Dean of the Oral Health University of Al Quds, and was commissioned through the patronage of Henry Schein Cares Foundation, Dr. Edwards B. Shils Entrepreneurial Fund, Dr. Allen Finkelstein, and the Alliance for Oral Health Accross Borders.

Philadelphie,USA

Jerusalem, Israel

This sculpture was initiated by Professor Amid Ismael, Dean of Oral Health University, Temple University, Philadelphia, and was commissioned by Dr. Allen Finkenlstein

This sculpture was initiated by Professor Jack Dillenberg, Dean of the Oral Health Faculty, and was commissioned by numerous patrons.

The First Tree of Peace was inaugurated on the hills of Jerusalem, on the esplanade of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and the Haddassa Hospital, in the presence of the President of the University. This sculpture was initiated by Professor Adam Stabolz, Dean of Oral Health, and Steve Kess of Henry Shein (USA), and was commissioned thanks to the patronage of Dr. Allen Finkelstein (USA)

Arizona, USA

Hedva Ser's Tree of Peace sculpture was inaugurated at the Verdala Garden, Presidential Palace of Malta, by the President of Malta, Dr. George Abela, and the artist. According to the message of Mrs. Irina Bokova, Director-General of UNESCO, this tree, created by Hedva Ser, UNESCO Peace Artist, is a symbol of dialogue and friendship, commemorating the Malta Summit and the end of the Cold War. Mrs. Bokova congratulated Dr. George Abela on his decision to celebrate the spirit of peace through the arts and for the opportunity for UNESCO to convey the message of peace in the minds of men and women.

Samarkand, Uzbekistan

the Tree of Peace was inaugurated in Samarkand, Uzbekistan in front of the "Silk Road" at the International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage, in the presence of Deputy Prime Minister and the Minister of tourism and Cultural Heritage of Uzbekistan, H.E Mr Aziz Abdul Chakimov, the UNESCO’s ADG of Education Mrs. Stefania Giannini, H.E the Uzbekistan's Ambassador to UNESCO, Mr Umid Shadiev and German State Secretary of Economic and Cooperation Mr Niels Annen.