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JGI Receives Prestigious Award for Biodiversity Conservation

April 01, 2026 — We’re very pleased to announce that the Worldwide Award for Biodiversity Conservation was awarded to the Jane Goodall Institute! The award from the BBVA Foundation was given in recognition of JGI “for its extensive track record and major global impact in conserving biodiversity, particularly chimpanzees and their ecosystems in Tanzania, with a pioneering approach that […]

New Exhibit Takes You Inside Jane’s Life Like Never Before

April 01, 2026 — National Geographic Society and Jane Goodall Institute Partner to Produce “Becoming Jane,” Immersive Multimedia Exhibition on Legacy of Dr. Jane Goodall There have been many films and books about Dr. Goodall’s extraordinary journey as an insatiably curious and motivated young woman becoming a global icon and dedicated activist, but none have truly allowed you to […]

New Doc Special THE HOPE Tells Story of Jane’s Living Legacy

April 01, 2026 — The documentary film ‘JANE’ is a phenomenon – but it’s only part of the story. The film covers the remarkable journey of 26 year old Jane Goodall as a young researcher immersing herself in the lives of wild chimpanzees, and her personal struggles and accomplishments as a trailblazing scientist, mother, wife and mentor. But today, […]

World Chimpanzee Day Celebrates Our Closest Living Relatives

April 01, 2026 — The Jane Goodall Institute global network of chapters and Roots & Shoots Offices celebrates World Chimpanzee Day, along with many other NGOs and individuals around the globe, in honor of the day in 1960 when our founder, Dr. Jane Goodall, first stepped foot in what is now Gombe Stream National Park to study wild chimpanzees. The […]

Introducing JGI’s New Interim Executive Director Tammy Palmer

April 01, 2026 — We are pleased to introduce Tammy Palmer as JGI’s new interim executive director, leading the organization’s direction and strategy through her robust expertise, including many years of experience in development economics; microfinance; economic governance; gender in development; and as former head of Africa Programs. The scope, philosophically and logistically, of Tammy’s role represents a fascinating […]

This is the Real Deal for Change: A Global Deal for Nature

April 01, 2026 — We at JGI believe and know that every species and habitat on Earth is connected. From the forests, to rivers, to the people who depend on those rivers, to chimpanzees, and every being in between. We also believe in and have seen the tremendous power of hope turned into action – that we can as […]

Inappropriate Videos on Social Media Are Hurting Chimpanzees

April 01, 2026 — We at the Jane Goodall Institute recently saw articles showcasing a video of a juvenile chimpanzee using a cell phone. Unfortunately, and likely not clear to the writers and readers, this is an awful portrayal of a captive live juvenile chimpanzee. We hope the articles and the video will be taken down and that we can as a community commit […]

Remembering Hilda Tresz, A Champion for Chimpanzees

April 01, 2026 — April 27, 2019 It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden and unexpected death of long-time colleague and friend, Hilda Tresz. Hilda was a very special part of ChimpanZoo, a program of the Jane Goodall Institute Global, which is dedicated to improving the welfare of captive chimpanzees through observational research, behavioral enrichment and environmental […]

Jane’s Turning 85: Will You Be a Part of Generation Jane?

April 01, 2026 — On April 3rd, 2019, we celebrate the 85th birthday of Dr. Jane Goodall, a woman who for nearly 60 years has inspired and motivated millions of people around the globe to live in greater harmony with nature and to create a more just and peaceful world. On this special occasion, we recognize the unique legacy […]

The #1 Thing We Want You to Do For Earth Day

April 01, 2026 — Celebrate Earth Month with a Roots & Shoots Challenge! Help us celebrate Earth Month this April by taking-action for the planet using 5 R’s! Our 2019 Earth Month Challenge is “Stop the Sea of Plastic.” Before, during and after Earth Day, compassionate citizens everywhere will be challenged to consider their own plastic consumption and understand the implications that […]

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JGI Receives Prestigious Award for Biodiversity Conservation

New Exhibit Takes You Inside Jane’s Life Like Never Before

New Doc Special THE HOPE Tells Story of Jane’s Living Legacy

World Chimpanzee Day Celebrates Our Closest Living Relatives

Introducing JGI’s New Interim Executive Director Tammy Palmer

This is the Real Deal for Change: A Global Deal for Nature

Inappropriate Videos on Social Media Are Hurting Chimpanzees

Remembering Hilda Tresz, A Champion for Chimpanzees

Jane’s Turning 85: Will You Be a Part of Generation Jane?

The #1 Thing We Want You to Do For Earth Day