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Youth Power

Rising from the Ashes

April 01, 2026 — When disaster strikes, young people have the power to make a difference — and Roots & Shoots was created to help them do just that. Designed to support youth in taking action for their local communities, the program inspires changemakers to turn their compassion into meaningful impact.   In the wake of the devastating Los Angeles […]

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Join the #GoodAllDay Movement Through Positive Actions That Honor Jane’s 91st Birthday!

April 01, 2026 — Jane believes that every small action adds up to a big impact. For her birthday, here are a few ways to truly celebrate Jane by taking action in your community!  Jane Goodall is turning 91 on April 3, 2025, and we want to celebrate this major birthday with you! Jane is lucky enough to have […]

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Photovoice Training for Impactful Community-Led Action and Storytelling

April 01, 2026 — With help from photovoice training, a method which pairs photography and narratives to document community needs and resources, the Jane Goodall Institute is sending out roots (and shoots) of compassionate storytelling through our global network!  Dr. Jane Goodall began Roots & Shoots when a small group of students came up to her front porch in […]

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The Pearl of Africa: Conservation in Action in Uganda

April 01, 2026 — Nestled in the heart of Africa, Uganda is a land of breathtaking beauty — a place where misty mountains meet lush forests, full of life. Often known as “the pearl of Africa,” it is not only a treasure trove of natural wonders but is also home to a vibrant Jane Goodall Institute team whose transformative […]

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The Jane Goodall Institute’s Impact: The Power of Community

April 01, 2026 — An update from our 2023 annual report.  Every individual can make a difference, but community is a multiplier that creates an even broader impact. Dr. Jane Goodall’s early work advocating for the protection of chimpanzees quickly revealed that local communities must be at the center of conservation efforts — who better to protect their natural […]

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Rooted in Community: Introducing the 2024 Roots & Shoots Youth Council

April 01, 2026 — The beauty of Roots & Shoots is that it’s rooted in the belief that anyone, anywhere can change the world for the better. Of course, it’s easier (and more fun!) to come together to make a change, which is why Roots & Shoots USA has been especially focused on bringing our community together. In that […]

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Top 10 New Year’s Resolutions for Conservationists 

April 01, 2026 — Happy New Year!  Here at the Jane Goodall Institue, we’re starting 2025 with a renewed resolve to make the world a better place. In keeping with Jane’s belief that every individual action can make a big difference, we’ve made a few conservation-minded New Year’s resolutions of our own — join us!  1. EXPLORE PLANT-BASED RECIPES  […]

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Mapping Hope and Action  

April 01, 2026 — Add your own story to Jane Goodall Institute’s Tapestry of Hope  There’s no doubt about it—our planet is in crisis. From climate change to biodiversity loss, there’s a lot to be concerned about. But that’s not the whole story. If you only look at the negative headlines, you’ll miss inspiring reasons for hope. Community-led initiatives […]

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Roots & Shoots USA Awards 261 Grants to Support Impactful Projects

April 01, 2026 — Through Jane Goodall’s Roots & Shoots—youth action program of the Jane Goodall Institute—young people everywhere are empowered to see themselves as changemakers in their communities. Members of Jane Goodall’s Roots & Shoots USA use the 🔗 4-Step Formula to create projects that tackle issues they are most passionate about, from equity and inclusion to animal […]

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Dr. Jane Goodall’s Roots & Shoots Youth Program Sustainability Supported by Toyota 

April 01, 2026 — Jane Goodall’s Roots & Shoots youth program, created by Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, founder of the Jane Goodall Institute (JGI), and UN Messenger of Peace will be supported by a new initiative and partnership in alignment with Toyota Motor North America’s sustainability goals. Since 1991, Roots & Shoots, a core program of the Jane Goodall Institute, […]

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