Browsing: Hope In Action

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 resources than the people who know them best and have the most at stake? The Jane Goodall Institute’s innovative approach to community-led conservation, which we call Tacare, ensures that we partner with and empower local communities to make conservation and sustainable development decisions that improve…

An update from our 2023 annual report. Hope is a transformative force. At her core, Dr. Jane Goodall believes that hope inspires action, and in turn, inspires more hope — a virtuous circle in which, if every individual participates, the world fundamentally changes. Every program at the Jane Goodall Institute activates this ethos and inspires individuals worldwide to create a brighter, more sustainable future. There is so much that is worth saving — and that we can save, if we do not lose hope.   Explore the 2023 annual report The Tapestry of Hope: Mapping Hope and Action  Community-led initiatives are making…

Jane Goodall Institute partners with Burlap & Barrel to support Tanzanian livelihoods. https://youtu.be/rWcqFalA6xA In western Tanzania, bees are doing more than just making honey — they’re helping local people ensure the future of their community and environment. This week, we’re announcing a new partnership with Burlap & Barrel, a leading purveyor of single origin spices sourced directly from smallholder farmers around the world, to offer honey products from beekeepers in western Tanzania. Shop Now Balancing People & Planet The Jane Goodall Institute’s trademark approach to community-led conservation — which we call 🔗 “Tacare” — recognizes that local people have to…

The release of HBO’s Chimp Crazy offers a rare glimpse into the harsh realities faced by chimpanzees in captivity. Learn how this series can inspire us to take action and help secure a better future for chimpanzees and all primates.

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 her transport from Mozambique through Angola to the Jane Goodall Institute’s Tchimpounga sanctuary in the Republic of the Congo.   Having received a tip regarding a trafficked “monkey,” Mozambique’s investigation police, with the support of the Mozambique Wildlife Alliance (MWA), set up a sting operation to…

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 spirit, we are so happy to introduce new members of the Roots & Shoots Youth Council!  🔗 Jane Goodall’s Roots & Shoots Youth Council USA (RSYC) is a group of inspiring young people hand-picked from across the country for their dedication to making positive…

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 are making a difference every day, all around the world. Young people are taking action in their schools and neighborhoods. Scientists are developing innovative technologies to build a sustainable future. Nature is proving that, with a little help and protection, it can regenerate. There are…

In another year full of unique global challenges, a little bit of hope goes a long way. One place we’re finding a lot of hope is in the inspiring stories from our programs! The Jane Goodall Institute’s Tchimpounga Chimpanzee Rehabilitation Center in the Republic of the Congo (RoC) offers second chances to chimpanzees orphaned or injured through the illegal wildlife trade. At Tchimpounga, trained JGI caretakers, researchers, and other professionals work with these chimpanzees and other wildlife with an individualized approach – each animal given a care plan to heal and thrive. Through this work, wildlife are given a second…

In Tanzania, JGI has long supported community-managed funds to support sustainable development, and in 2021, through the Landscape Conservation in Western Tanzania (LCWT) project, this work grew in new ways including 17 new COCOBA (community conservation banking) groups in the first quarter alone! Each COCOBA group selected a community leader to be trained on general management, problem-solving, how to manage shares, handle passbooks, and more. These microcredit groups invest in livelihoods that offer alternatives to those that would be detrimental to habitat conservation, particularly in Mishamo and Katumba Settlements where agricultural expansion presents a very high threat to the Tongwe…

The COVID-19 pandemic challenged each of us in ways that we couldn’t have expected; schools were shut down, programs were canceled, and young people everywhere had to find new ways of standing up together for what they believe in. We are so proud of our Roots & Shoots members for showing their adaptability during these strange times by continuing to create positive impact in their communities. That’s the incredible power of hope—it keeps us moving forward, even when the light at the end of the tunnel seems impossible to reach. Roots & Shoots project Neighborhood Trash Clean Up One achievement we are really proud of from the past…