What Is COP16? Learn All About JGI’s Role at This Year’s UN Convention on Biological Diversity
Last week, the Jane Goodall Institute attended the United Nations Convention on Biological Diversity (also referred to as COP16), where we were able to contribute to an essential, global conversation on the future of our planet, presenting on our Tacare approach to community-led conservation! What is COP16? There are a lot of “COP,” or Conference […]
Celebrating Jane’s 90th with Vital Impacts: Women Behind the Lens
There are so many ways to describe Dr. Jane Goodall — ethologist, conservationist, advocate — but she’s also known as a celebrated storyteller! Since Jane’s wild chimpanzee research in what is now Gombe, Tanzania, storytellers of various media have followed in her footsteps, inspiring compassion and action for this planet we share. In an exciting […]
Rooted in Community: Introducing the 2024 Roots & Shoots Youth Council
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 […]
Meet Mozambique the Baby Gorilla, the Newest Member of JGI’s Tchimpounga Sanctuary!
We’re thrilled to share the inspiring rescue story of an infant gorilla, found in and named for Mozambique, who was saved from the illegal wildlife trade through the swift coordination of various government agencies. The Mozambique Wildlife Alliance (MWA) and law enforcement officials worked tirelessly to ensure her safety, confiscating and processing crucial permits for […]
Restoring Hope for African Grey Parrots: A Celebration of World Rewilding Day
On March 20, 2024, we celebrate World Rewilding Day, a time for us to come together and celebrate the resilience of nature, the power of restoration, and the hope it brings for our planet’s future. Here at the Jane Goodall Institute, this day holds particular significance as our teams are so dedicated to rehabilitating recovered […]
Restoring the Gombe Forests
Did you know that Jane Goodall’s fieldwork began amidst the lush Gombe forests of Tanzania? Nestled within the breathtaking landscapes of Tanzania lies the Gombe Stream National Park, this ecosystem has immense importance and plays a vital role in sustaining both local communities and global ecosystems. A biodiversity hotspot, the Gombe forests are home to […]
Remembering Steven Wise — an Advocate for Animal Personhood
Upon hearing of the passing of their dear friend Steven Wise, Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, and Koen Margodt, PhD, shared the following heart-felt reflection on a life of hope and impact: We are deeply saddened by the tragic passing away of our dear friend Steven Wise, following a long battle with disease. Steve was a […]
Furthering Conservation in the Congo Basin with Bezos Earth Fund
At JGI, collaboration is at the heart of our work! From our community-led conservation approach on the ground, to the global network of JGI offices working together to spread Jane’s message of hope through action, to our expanding family of supporters who fuel our work, we know that the best way to get the job […]
Top 10 New Year’s Resolutions for Conservationists
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 […]
An Urgent Call for Integrated Solutions at COP28
The Climate crisis is here with us as we approach COP 28. Forests are burning. Oceans are rising. Studies show we have less than a decade to prevent temperatures from growing more than 1.5 degrees. Anything more would be catastrophic. Earth’s vital signs appear worse than ever in human history. According to a recent scientific […]
