For 65 years, the Jane Goodall Institute’s Gombe Stream Research Center has led groundbreaking chimpanzee research—shaping science, conservation, and our understanding of what it means to be human.
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Sylvie is part of the JGI USA Communications and Partnerships team, where she leads brand and engagement efforts. A multicultural communicator with a deep love for animals, nature, and conservation, she brings a blend of empathy, creativity, and humor to the stories she shares. Her background spans international development, sustainability, and mission-driven storytelling, and she's passionate about making complex ideas accessible and inspiring to global audiences. At JGI, Sylvie is proud to help amplify Dr. Jane Goodall’s vision of hope and action through thoughtful, people-centered communications.
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 a myriad of plant and animal species found nowhere else on Earth, from rare plant species to iconic wildlife such as the chimpanzees that Jane famously observed. Despite their importance, the Gombe forests face numerous threats, including deforestation, illegal logging, overhunting, and habitat degradation. These…
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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 wildlife — including a heartwarming moment earlier this year, when our team at the Tchimpounga Nature Reserve in the Republic of Congo was able to release rehabilitated African grey parrots back into their native habitat. African grey parrots, hailing from the lush landscapes of Central…
