‘Peace Tree’ marks Amnesty’s 50th

The 50th anniversary of Amnesty International is being marked by the planting of a “Peace Tree” in Hull’s Wilberforce Gardens today.

The tree, a Davida Involucrata, is commonly known as the dove tree, because when its flowers resemble a dove in flight when they flutter in the breeze.

The dove itself is an internationally recognised icon of peace.

Hide Ad
Hide Ad

Anne Barnecutt, from Hull Amnesty Group, which organised the event, said: “For half a century Amnesty’s aims have been to defend and support victims of oppression and injustice all over the world and to promote and protect universal human rights.

“We hope the Peace Tree will represent, for the people of Hull, their hope for a world of peace, justice and progress.”

Planting the “Peace Tree” will be the 500th engagement undertaken by Hull’s Lord Mayor Colin Inglis since he took office in May.

Coun Inglis has long been a supporter of Amnesty International, which is one of his Mayoral charities.

He said: “This tree will show our commitment to, and act as a permanent reminder, of the constant need to defend and safeguard people wherever justice, fairness, freedom and truth are denied.”

Related topics: