Program

Children's Torch of Hope

Brief History

In 1986, during the first Earth Run, The Torch of Hope was carried around the planet and touched by millions of people. Men, women, village children, political and spiritual leaders infused the torch with their prayers for peace and the earth’s health, creating a symbol of hope. Joc Crusoe’s son took it to the top of Mt. Everest, and to the bottom of the ocean. It was also held by the Pope and passed on to the hands of the Dalai Lama, where he dedicated this torch to children, and to people working towards creating a better world for future generations.

In 1995, the Earth Guardians were given the honor of carrying this emblem across the United States and into the United Nations. Still to this day, the torch is used in youth events and conferences all around the world. Continuing this vision, The Children’s Torch of Hope has come here for the Sustainable Resources Conference. At the conference we will instill our prayers, dreams, and dedication to create sustainability inside ourselves and on the earth. For the seventh generation, we are committed to leave the planet more beautiful and healthy than we found it.

The Children’s Torch of Hope will have an important role in both the opening and closing ceremonies. During lunch on Saturday, Oct. 2nd, all of the youth attending the conference will join together to put their intentions and dreams for the future into this powerful symbol of hope.