Tree of Peace Around the World Commemorative Medal

Tree of Peace Around the World Commemorative Medal
Servare et Manere created a special Commemorative Medal that was awarded during the 4th anniversary ceremony of the Tree of Peace to selected laureates to commemorate Servare et Manere’s landmark expedition around the world. Among the laureates are the direct participants of the expedition as well as persons or institutions that significantly contributed to the realization of this magnificent and successful journey, which at an excellent high level represented not only the Tree of Peace and Servare et Manere itself, but also the Slovak Republic. The medal was awarded only once to ninth laureates. The award was established on June 29, 2022 in Papeete in French Polynesia.
| Sl | Name | Country | Flag | Year | Awarded For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 | Marek Sobola | Romania | 2022 | significantly contributed to the realization of this magnificent and successful journey, which at an excellent high level represented not only the Tree of Peace and Servare et Manere | |
| 8 | Dominika Sobolová | Belgium | 2022 | significantly contributed to the realization of this magnificent and successful journey, which at an excellent high level represented not only the Tree of Peace and Servare et Manere | |
| 7 | Gabriel Rehák | United States | 2022 | significantly contributed to the realization of this magnificent and successful journey, which at an excellent high level represented not only the Tree of Peace and Servare et Manere | |
| 6 | Lubomír Rehák PPSP | Slovakia | 2022 | significantly contributed to the realization of this magnificent and successful journey, which at an excellent high level represented not only the Tree of Peace and Servare et Manere | |
| 5 | Robert Stingray | French Polynesia | 2022 | significantly contributed to the realization of this magnificent and successful journey, which at an excellent high level represented not only the Tree of Peace and Servare et Manere | |
| 4 | Kristina Stingray | French Polynesia | 2022 | significantly contributed to the realization of this magnificent and successful journey, which at an excellent high level represented not only the Tree of Peace and Servare et Manere | |
| 3 | Lukáš Macek | Czechoslovakia | 2022 | significantly contributed to the realization of this magnificent and successful journey, which at an excellent high level represented not only the Tree of Peace and Servare et Manere | |
| 2 | Martin Fronc | Slovakia | 2022 | significantly contributed to the realization of this magnificent and successful journey, which at an excellent high level represented not only the Tree of Peace and Servare et Manere | |
| 1 | Milan Rastislav Štefánik Society / Spolocnost Milana Rastislava Štefánika | Slovakia | 2022 | significantly contributed to the realization of this magnificent and successful journey, which at an excellent high level represented not only the Tree of Peace and Servare et Manere |

Tree of Peace Around the World Commemorative Medal Laureates (2020 ~ 2002)

Marek Sobola
Tree of Peace Around the World Commemorative Medal 2022
Marek Sobola is a Slovak authorised landscape architect, designer, and heraldic artist, born on July 3, 1981, in Žilina, Slovakia.He is the founder and a key representative of the non-governmental organization Servare et Manere, which he co-founded in 2010. Since 2018, he has been the author of the international project, the "Tree of Peace" (Strom pokoja), dedicated to promoting peace and friendship among nations. His work in landscape architecture includes designing projects such as the Green Wall Gothal in Liptovská Osada and the restoration of cultural monuments.Sobola is also involved in diplomacy, serving as the Honorary Consul of Romania to the Slovak Republic since 2023. He is a member of the Slovak Chamber of Architects and holds a Ph.D. His work in heraldry often focuses on ecclesiastical heraldry in missionary countries.

Gabriel Rehák
Tree of Peace Around the World Commemorative Medal 2022
Gabriel Rehák is a figure known for his cultural and philanthropic commitment in Slovakia.He is the founder, curator, and supporter of an extraordinary cultural complex in Starý Klíž (Western Slovakia). This area, whose existence seems unexpected in this location, testifies to his dedication to cultural values. For his unusual and outstanding services, he was awarded the Commemorative Medal of the Tree of Peace (Pamätná medaila Stromu pokoja) in the special class with rubies.This high distinction was presented to him by the non-governmental organization Servare et Manere, which honors individuals and institutions distinguished by loyalty, bravery, or other merits, and whose work transcends their immediate environment.
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Lubomír Rehák
Tree of Peace Around the World Commemorative Medal 2022
Ľubomír Rehák (born 1970 in Topoľčany, Slovakia) is a professional Slovak diplomat whose career has spanned several key international posts since he graduated from the Moscow State Institute of International Relations in 1992.His extensive diplomatic activity includes serving as Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Slovak Republic to the United Kingdom (London) from 2015 to 2020. Prior to this, he held ambassadorships in Kazakhstan and Kyrgyzstan, and was the Head of the Embassy in Belarus. He also served as the Representative of Slovakia to the Political and Security Committee of the European Union in Brussels.In his domestic roles, he twice served as the Director General of the Political Section—Political Director of the Ministry of Foreign and European Affairs of the Slovak Republic (MZVaEZ SR). Since 2024, he has been working in the Department of Analysis and Policy Planning at the MZVaEZ SR in Bratislava, following a term as Ambassador to Russia (2020–2024).

Robert Stingray
Tree of Peace Around the World Commemorative Medal 2022
Robert Stingray is a Slovak-Australian travel entrepreneur and co-founder of BoraBora.sk and Moana Travel, a company specializing in tailor-made vacations to Bora Bora and other islands in French Polynesia. On his travel platform, Robert works alongside his partner Kristina Stingray to offer small-group and personalized experiences that showcase the natural beauty and unique culture of remote Pacific destinations, helping travelers explore idyllic lagoons, lush islands, and authentic local life far from the ordinary tourist routes.
Beyond his work in tourism, Robert was recognized internationally in 2022 when he received the Tree of Peace Around the World Commemorative Medal for his significant contributions to peace and global understanding. This honor reflects his commitment to fostering cultural exchange and goodwill through travel, highlighting how meaningful connections between people and places can promote harmony.Robert’s journey from Slovakia to life in Polynesia embodies a passion for adventure, cultural engagement, and responsible travel that inspires others to discover the world with curiosity and respect.

Kristina Stingray
Tree of Peace Around the World Commemorative Medal 2022
Kristina Stingray is a co-founder of BoraBora.sk (associated with Maona Travel) and was a recipient of the "Tree of Peace Around the World Commemorative Medal" in 2022. Based in French Polynesia, where she lives with her husband Robert Stingray, she operates a travel service that caters to Slovak tourists, offering tailored holiday packages and guiding services in the local islands of Tahiti, Moorea, and Bora Bora.
In September 2022, the Slovak non-governmental organization Servare et Manere awarded her the commemorative medal for her significant contribution and invaluable assistance during the organization's Oceania expedition. Kristina and her husband facilitated the implementation of the "Tree of Peace" project in French Polynesia, an initiative connecting environmental stewardship with the promotion of international peace and understanding.

Lukáš Macek
Tree of Peace Around the World Commemorative Medal 2022
Lukáš Macek is a prominent Czech political scientist and expert on European Union affairs, particularly focusing on Central and Eastern Europe and EU enlargement policy.Born in 1976 in Prague, he studied at Sciences Po in France and has maintained a long association with the institution, currently serving as the Director of the Sciences Po campus in Dijon. He also holds the position of Head of the Centre Grande Europe at the respected Jacques Delors Institute, a European think tank.Macek has been actively involved in European politics, having served as a political adviser, notably for former Czech Minister of Foreign Affairs Josef Zieleniec. He followed the work of the Convention on the Future of Europe and has been an advocate for a policy of gradual accession to the European Union for candidate countries. He is the author or co-author of numerous articles and studies on European issues.

Martin Fronc
Tree of Peace Around the World Commemorative Medal 2022
Martin Fronc is a Slovak politician and former government minister, born on November 28, 1947, in Košice, Czechoslovakia (now Slovakia).His academic background is in mathematics; he graduated from the Faculty of Natural Sciences at Comenius University in Bratislava with a focus on numerical mathematics. His professional career included achieving several academic titles at the University of Transport and Communications in Žilina.He entered politics in 1989 and is a long-standing member of the Christian Democratic Movement (KDH). His most prominent role was serving as the Minister of Education of Slovakia from October 16, 2002, to February 8, 2006, as part of the second government led by Mikuláš Dzurinda. Prior to this, he was a State Secretary for the Ministry of Education. He also served multiple terms as a Representative in the National Council of the Slovak Republic.

Milan Rastislav Štefánik Society
Tree of Peace Around the World Commemorative Medal 2022
The Milan Rastislav Štefánik Society (Spoločnosť Milana Rastislava Štefánika) is a cultural and historical organization dedicated to preserving the legacy of Milan Rastislav Štefánik, one of the key founding fathers of Czechoslovakia.Štefánik (1880–1919) was a revered Slovak national hero, an astronomer, French general, and diplomat who, with Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk and Edvard Beneš, campaigned globally to secure the independent Czech-Slovak state after WWI.The Society works to popularize his life and achievements, which encompass science, military leadership, and diplomacy. Its activities often center on educational and commemorative events, such as the General Assembly held in Trenčín, and recognizing contributions to his historical awareness. For instance, the Society awarded a Bronze Memorial Plaque to the Servare et Manere organization for an expedition tracing Štefánik's scientific and diplomatic footsteps in Oceania.

