Jia Haixia and Jia Wenqi, a story of friendship

Jia Haixia and Jia Wenqi are two Chinese friends who met over 10 years ago. Both men face physical disabilities: Haixia lost sight in one eye and Wenqi lost both arms in an accident. Despite their disabilities, the two friends joined forces to carry out a project that would benefit the environment and their community.

The project

In 2002, Haixia and Wenqi started planting trees together in a mountainous area of China that had been devastated by deforestation. The goal was to restore the forest and protect the soil from erosion. Due to their disabilities, the two friends devised a unique method for planting trees: Haixia would cut branches off the trees while Wenqi dug holes to plant them.

Perseverance and friendship

For over a decade, Haixia and Wenqi have planted over 10,000 trees together in the mountainous area. Despite the challenges and difficulties they face due to their disabilities, the two friends persevere together and support each other in their project. Their friendship and dedication to the environment have inspired many around the world.

Recognition

Haixia and Wenqi’s story went viral on social media in 2013 and caught the world’s attention. Their story was told in documentaries and news outlets around the world, and the two friends received recognition and support from the global community. They also received China’s Forest Ranger Award in 2015 for their work in reforestation.

Legacy

Haixia and Wenqi’s work in reforesting the mountainous area has had a lasting impact on the community and the environment. Their perseverance and friendship have inspired many and led to greater awareness about the importance of protecting the environment and working together to achieve positive change.