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Do Chimpanzees Know How to Say or Show ‘Thank You’?

April 01, 2026 — In the not-so-distant past, when scientists discussed primate behavior, they often outright denied the existence of the many complex emotions that these intelligent animals possess. It is only recently that humanity has discovered that, like us, great apes have a rich inner world and nuanced social structure (primarily thanks to the research of Dr. Jane […]

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Research in Gombe is OFFICIALLY Guinness’ Longest Chimp Study!

April 01, 2026 — The research of our founder Dr. Jane Goodall is legendary, as her fascinating and trailblazing discoveries on the lives of wild chimpanzees in Gombe, Tanzania shook the foundations of the scientific world – but the story only started with Jane! Research in Gombe has been going on since the early 60s, when Jane helped the world […]

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JGI’s Tchimpounga Sanctuary Chimp of the Month: Gui!

April 01, 2026 — One of the most rewarding things about JGI’s Tchimpounga sanctuary is that rescued, often orphaned chimpanzees are given and entirely new life with fellow rescued chimpanzees. These dynamics are truly unique and profoundly inspiring to watch. On Tchimpounga’s sanctuary island of Tchindzoulou, there’s one very special little chimpanzee who is providing the JGI staff a […]

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JGI’s Roots & Shoots Global Spotlight: South Africa

April 01, 2026 — Dr. Jane’s story inspires people from all over the world. Leading by example, Dr. Jane has always pursued her passions, and encourages youth and adults alike to find their own passions in order to turn them into purposeful and positive impact.  Something else Jane, JGI and JGI’s Roots & Shoots have always been committed to […]

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Refugees: A Story of Crisis and of Hope

April 01, 2026 — It is easy to feel helpless in the face of a complex, global issue such as the plight of refugees. It may seem that only those with political power have the means to act. However, the core of JGI and JGI’s Roots & Shoots philosophy is that every individual has the power to do something, […]

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Roots & Shoots’ Kai is a Helper Who Shows Up For People and Animals

April 01, 2026 — Kai Neander is a reminder that every time we are faced with the challenges of the world, we must remember to look for the helpers. Kai, a recent college graduate, has been taking on remarkable positive and impactful projects since 2007 (before he even turned 18!). This all started when he first met Dr. Jane […]

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Change-Making Tools, Tips & More to Be a Compassionate Citizen

April 01, 2026 — One of the most powerful aspects of the Jane Goodall Institute’s Roots & Shoots is that it is a movement of young people from all over working toward the same goal of a better world for people, other animals and the environment. When faced with a challenge and creating a project on your own, it […]

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JGI is Growing Conservation Impact with $20 Million USAID Program

April 01, 2026 — How do you take decades worth of investment in community-centered conservation to the next level? With support and funding from the United States government through its Agency for International Development, the Jane Goodall Institute (JGI) is proud to announce the launch of the Landscape Conservation in Western Tanzania (LCWT) initiative, a five-year USD $20 million […]

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Dr. Goodall Interview for World Animal Day

April 01, 2026 — For World Animal Day, we celebrate our kinship with and the diversity, beauty and threats to animals large and small. In a recent podcast conversation with Philip Lymbery of Compassion in World Farming, Jane was able to recount the major revelations of her life, her love and compassion for other animals, as well as her […]

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You Give Us Hope That We Can Keep Species ForeverWild !

April 01, 2026 — Every day you live, you have an impact on the world around you, locally and globally. As we go about our daily lives, we may hear stories about species loss and feel disconnected or confused about what one individual could do about the problem. But there is something you can do today, and it will […]

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