Italy - Agricultural Entrepreneur & Strategic Consultant
Ciro is a visionary entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience merging sustainable agriculture, business innovation, and social development. Since 1994, he has managed a diversified agricultural operation that integrates organic crops, livestock, agritourism, and renewable energy production, all embodied in his project "Five Ways Farm," which seeks a more equitable future in harmony with nature. His career is complemented by a strong background as a strategic management consultant, providing a holistic vision that unites business management with environmental respect.
Austria - Led protection
Martin Gottwald led protection and assistance for refugees, internally displaced people, and host communities. He coordinated with government, civil society, and international partners to advance durable solutions, promote inclusion, and strengthen local protection systems, and remains a vocal advocate for human rights and international solidarity in response to forced displacement.
Norway - International partner
Has worked in complex forced-displacement contexts, coordinating with local authorities, civil society organizations, and international partners to provide protection, promote integration, and advance durable solutions for refugees and displaced people. He has supported settlement legalization and urban-integration initiatives that improve access to rights and more stable living conditions. His approach combines international protection with close community engagement and interagency coordination.
Germany - Doctoral researcher
is a doctoral researcher (M.Sc.) in Agricultural Economics and Rural Development at the University of Göttingen. His work focuses on smallholder oil palm and rubber farmers in Indonesia and Costa Rica, examining how shocks like COVID-19 and El Niño affect livelihoods and investment decisions, with an emphasis on productivity, efficiency, and credit for replanting.
United Kingdom - Designer
Designer and co-founder (with Alice Munro) of Full Grown, the UK studio that “grows” furniture directly from living trees. In their Derbyshire “chair orchard” they train and graft shoots of species like willow, oak, and ash over molds so that, over 4–9 years, unique pieces—chairs, lamps, tables—grow as a single solid form with no joints or hardware . His biofabrication approach (he calls it “manufacturing via photosynthesis”) avoids felling, factories, and industrial waste, producing functional, sculptural objects that act as carbon sinks. Full Grown works are held in collections including SFMoMA, the National Museum of Scotland, Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, and Musée des Arts Décoratifs
United kingdom - Partner organic farming
Member of the Atlantis commune who has taken on community leadership and outreach, welcoming and orienting newcomers interested in the project. In Colombia, her work focuses on sustainable rural living: organic farming, soil and water stewardship, forest protection and ecological corridors, and self-reliance practices that lower environmental impact. With a hands-on, supportive approach, she helps people integrate into farm life, shares knowledge on permaculture and responsible consumption, and fosters a culture of respect, collective work, and experiential learning. Her path reflects steady commitment to a simpler, regenerative way of life rooted in place.
Australia - Permaculture and herbal medicine
Permaculture and herbal medicine learner devoted to earth stewardship. Drawn to regenerative food systems: caring for animals, cacao harvest and artisanal chocolate, community cooking, garden work, and making natural products (soaps, repellents, simple remedies). Trained in Ayurveda and studying herbalism. Loves cultural exchange, hands-on learning, and sharing skills; enjoys salsa and surfing.
Turkey - scientific
Chemist oriented to applying scientific knowledge in the field. Interested in ecological agriculture, health, and responsible use of natural resources (soil, water, plants). Learns quickly by doing, adapts easily, and enjoys collaborative work. Aims to contribute to land-based projects that link science, sustainability, and wellbeing.
Belgium - mental-health
Outgoing, service-minded person with a background in youth mental-health care. Passionate about tropical ecosystems—jungle trekking, distinctive wildlife, and plant diversity—as well as the ocean and diving. Seeks to learn within rural and community settings, contribute joy and teamwork, and connect with nature through curiosity and respect.
Netherlands - Nature-connected
Nature lover with a hands-on vocation for rural life. Keen to learn by doing: farm tasks, basic building, animal care, and community living. Sporty and strong, brings energy, initiative, and a positive attitude. Values cross-cultural exchange and stewardship of the outdoors; happiest in mountains and simple, nature-connected routines.
Belgian - botanist, socio-environmental activist
Belgian maxillofacial surgeon, botanist, socio-environmental activist, writer, and speaker. Founder and director of the Botanical Garden of La Macarena and the Michel Boutsen Foundation. His passion for botany began at age ten and led him to explore Europe, Asia, and South America to study plant diversity. Known as the “Tree Man,” he bridges science, conservation, and education—promoting ecosystem protection, reforestation, and knowledge of native species—while combining his medical practice with environmental activism and public outreach
Suiza
Margarita Pacheco Montes (@margamiel) es arquitecta urbanista de la Universidad de los Andes, magíster en Estudios del Desarrollo de Ginebra y candidata a doctora en Lausana, que se define como comunicadora ambiental "atando cabos del pasado con el presente y el futuro" desde su portal Su Madre Naturaleza, donde reúne testimonios de la historia ambiental de Colombia, Europa, Asia y África. Trabajó seis años en la Alcaldía Mayor de Bogotá legalizando barrios periféricos, fue investigadora del IDEA de la Universidad Nacional y consultora de Naciones Unidas en Burkina Faso, Malí, Suiza y Colombia
