"Roots spread underground and make a firm foundation. Shoots seem small and weak, but to reach the light they can break through brick walls. Imagine the brick walls are all the problems humans have inflicted on our planet. Hundreds of thousands of roots and shoots, hundreds of thousands of young people around the world, can break through these walls.

YOU can make the world a better place."

- Dr. Jane Goodall

Roots & Shoots is the Jane Goodall Institute's global network of youth taking action to make the world a better place.

Roots & Shoots is guided by the founding principles and extraordinary vision of Dr. Jane Goodall, renowned primatologist, environmentalist and humanitarian.

Roots & Shoots is dedicated to inspiring, training and supporting tomorrow's leaders today. Roots & Shoots goes beyond motivating youth to learn about the issues facing our local and global communities—it helps them design, lead and implement their own projects to address the issues.

Anyone can start or join a group in any setting: friends, classrooms, nature centres, zoos, scout troops, existing club or a mix of family and neighbours, etc... Groups can range in size from 2 to 200 people!

With Roots & Shoots, the possibilities are as varied as young people's imaginations! Our flexible model lets members customize projects to meet their individual and group needs.

Learn more about the benefits of Roots & Shoots membership and join today!