Every year on September 21st, Roots & Shoots groups from around the world celebrate Roots & Shoots Peace Day and honour the UN International Day of Peace. Dr. Jane has been a UN Messenger of Peace since 2002 and she inspires us all to live in harmony with nature and each other. Each Roots & Shoots project […]
During the expedition, I learned and participated in many constructive things. Among other things, the following changed my life and worldview immensely: Meditation and yoga practices I performed daily under the guidance of experts in the ship.In addition to the inspiration from other participants, I was gripped so much by the Climate Change sessions. The story and inspiring speeches of […]
Dear Members, It’s hard to believe that we are half way through the year already – and the Summer heat is in full swing here in the UAE. It feels like so much has been accomplished in such a short time – and it has. Just a few of our highlights include our annual awards, […]
Late last year, we were delighted to connect with Mr Hsiao from Taiwan. He has run Marathons all over the World and in 2019 he wanted to help Roots & Shoots by running the London Marathon UK! He is a huge animal lover and truly cares for wildlife, so supporting a programme that educates young […]
by Suparna Mathur “Travel is not a reward for working. It’s an education for living”. This June, I am thrilled to be embarking on the ClimateForce 2019 expedition to the Arctic with Robert Swan’s Leadership on the Edgeprogram. My journey north this June is part of a longer life-long journey of social change spanning the […]
To honour Dr Jane Goodall, the City of Los Angeles declared her 85th birthday, April 3, 2019, to be “Dr. Jane Goodall Day” and hosted a ceremony where the conservation icon talked about many things including her connection to the city. Her birthday was capped by a dinner gathering hosted by her friend, actor and […]
Hello Roots & Shoots Friends! We’re excited to partner with @SkypeClassroom for TWO FREE LIVE broadcasts with our very own Dr. Jane! Following the broadcast, Dr. Jane will be available to take viewer’s questions via Skype! (More information about submitting questions can be found by visiting the event page linked below! Join us for a […]
On April 3, our founder Dr. Jane Goodall will celebrate her 85th birthday! With the special day just around the corner, Roots & Shoots around the world will be taking part in Global celebrations. It’s the perfect opportunity to recognise and reflect on years spent helping people, animals and the environment. Please join us in […]
On the 20th January, at the luxurious Park Hyatt hotel in Abu Dhabi, UAE, teachers and students arrived eager and excited to start preparing for their Awards displays. Roots & Shoots and the Environment Agency- Abu Dhabi teams arrived shortly after, followed by the rest of the guests and made their way towards the display […]
Dear Members, As we approach the end of another busy, but productive year, it’s always wise to take a few moments of reflection out of our demanding schedules. We lead such hectic lives these days that we often miss the things that are right in front of us. Technology, for all its advances, hasn’t helped […]
