Author: Rebecca DeVore

In its recent report, “Engaging Young People for Health and Sustainable Development,”the World Health Organization (WHO) highlighted the efforts of our very own Roots & Shoots program! The report recognizes organizations that excel in engaging youth (defined as anyone between the ages of 10 and 24) in issues including sustainability, education, gender equality and human rights. Roots & Shoots received special attention for its innovative approach to working with young people. The Roots & Shoots program was praised for its strength in establishing opportunities for youth leadership and geographic impact. The WHO report focuses on four essential resources necessary for…

The culmination of over twenty years of chimpanzee research, Rise of the Warrior Apesis a visually and emotionally stunning documentary. The award-winning film follows a specific community of chimpanzees living in Ngogo, Uganda through their daily lives. By the end of filming in 2016, the group was comprised of over 200 chimpanzees, more than five times the amount normally found living together. Through the meticulous work of the scientists in Ngogo, the documentary reveals the intrinsic similarities between chimpanzees and humans by exploring the complexity of apes’ political savvy, social bonds, distinctive personalities and aggression. Thanks to the research of…

The holiday season is now fully upon us and as this time of year can also be synonymous with heavy consumption, it’s important to find ways to be sustainable while enjoying the cheer! Luckily, the Jane Goodall Institute has this guide to celebrate these happy holidays sustainably! So grab a warm mug of hot (ethically sourced) cocoa and your favorite Charlie Brown holiday special and prepare for a jolly — and most importantly, environmentally friendly — holiday season. Holiday Meals While we think of everything we have to be grateful for, including our planet and all it provides, we must…