One Year Without Dr. Jane Goodall: Honouring Her Legacy Through Roots & Shoots
One year after the passing of Dr. Jane Goodall, we honour her legacy as a scientist, animal lover, mentor, and global icon — and celebrate 35 years of Roots & Shoots, the movement she built to carry her hope into the future.
World Chimpanzee Day: Chimpanzee Cultures and the Knowledge Passed Through Generations
On World Chimpanzee Day, Dr. Rahel Noser of the Jane Goodall Institute Switzerland reflects on Jane Goodall’s discovery that chimpanzees have culture: knowledge and traditions passed from one generation to the next. Plus, how Roots & Shoots groups around the world are proving that action for chimpanzees can start anywhere.
Every Individual Matters: Three Chimpanzee Stories for World Chimpanzee Day
Behind every wildlife trafficking statistic is an individual life. For World Chimpanzee Day, GenWild shares the stories of Cozy, Zeena and Jessica, three chimpanzees rescued from exploitation who now live at Chimp Eden, the Jane Goodall Institute South Africa’s sanctuary.
The Ripple Effect: How Roots & Shoots Creates Lasting Change Across Generations
Roots & Shoots projects create lasting change: In New Jersey, Katrina Macht’s 1993 vision inspired John Guarino, who now teaches his son environmental values, demonstrating the generational power of youth-led action.
Endangered Species Day: A Roots & Shoots Project in Czech Republic
In Czech Republic, Roots & Shoots students are leading the Endangered Animal Poster Project to protect the Little Owl and other at-risk species. Through education and community action, they prove that small changes can make a big difference for biodiversity.
Roots & Shoots in China, DRC and Canada: Advancing Education, Conservation and Advocacy
From environmental education in Beijing to tree-planting in the DRC and Indigenous advocacy in Canada, Roots & Shoots showcases the power of youth-led initiatives. Learn how these projects create sustainable impact.
Honouring Dr. Jane Goodall: A Day of Action and Inspiration with Roots & Shoots USA
On 3 April, Roots & Shoots USA’s Chicago Basecamp celebrated Dr. Jane Goodall’s birthday with a day of action. From youth panels to seed ball workshops, the event inspired attendees to carry forward her legacy of conservation and hope. Discover how small actions create big change.
Voices Of Hope Series: Celebrating 35 Years of Roots & Shoots
To celebrate 35 years of Roots & Shoots, the Voices of Hope series highlights alumni, youth leaders, experts, and community champions whose lives have been shaped by this global movement.
Youth Action in Japan, Belgium and Chile: Protecting Animals, Biodiversity and Natural Spaces
From animal rescue support in Japan to biodiversity workshops in Belgium and community conservation efforts in Chile, Roots & Shoots youth are transforming their communities through compassion and creativity. Explore these three inspiring stories and discover how to get involved.
Roots & Shoots Germany Walk of Hope
Roots & Shoots Germany’s Walk of Hope celebrates Jane Goodall’s legacy, inspiring families and communities to unite for hope, conservation, and a better future.
