You’ve probably heard recordings of whale song. The beautiful, haunting notes are often heard on wildlife documentaries and are even used with music for relaxation. But what is whale song, why do whales sing, and what impact does ocean noise potentially have on whales and other cetaceans? ‘Songs of the Humpback Whale’ Whale song had […]
Did you know that you can enjoy wildlife AND help conservation science at the same time? Citizen science projects, where people around the country (or the world) make and record observations, which are then used by scientists for research, are a great way of helping gather important data. For example, if scientists want to know […]
On the 3rd of April 2024, we will celebrate Dr Jane Goodall’s 90th Birthday! Dr Jane Goodall, DBE, the world-renowned ethologist, conservationist, UN Messenger of Peace, and founder of the Jane Goodall Institute (JGI) has a lot to celebrate. Dr Jane is an incredible, inspirational woman who has inspired and motivated millions of people around […]
Join episode 25 of the World’s Most Exciting Classroom Live from the Concepcion, Chile The Don Hanson Charitable Foundation invites you to join their next World’s Most Exciting Classroom episode, Thursday February 22nd at 2pm UK time/9am eastern time. Join via YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/V4JErRr8ums Please take a moment and register for the event: https://forms.gle/AXfj7F7ozBPtwE2B8 Here […]
Have you heard of eco anxiety? Perhaps you know someone who has experienced it, or have yourself? It’s also sometimes called climate anxiety, climate distress or eco distress. The Royal College of Psychiatrists defines eco anxiety, or eco distress as it refer to it, as “a way of describing how people feel when they hear […]
At Roots & Shoots UK, you are part of something big – a global movement of young people dedicated to creating positive change for people, animals and the environment. And if you’re looking to take part in major events, or channel your actions around particular themes or topics, you could choose to get involved in […]
It’s the start of the new year, and unsurprisingly it’s often associated with a time for new beginnings and fresh starts. But sometimes when you want to move forward and make positive changes, looking backwards can actually be really helpful. And this is as true for helping people, animals and the planet as it is […]
Dear Members, Another year has flown by yet again. It always seems to go way too fast! It’s exciting times here at the R&S UK Head office; changes are in the air. As you know, this year marked a very special return to our in person Roots & Shoots awards event held at the Barbican. […]
Join Dr Jane Goodall and a selection of the world’s top conservationists to celebrate Darwin Day 2023! Darwin Day takes place on November 12th, and celebrates the birthday of Charles Darwin. Darwin is one of the most significant figures in natural sciences; his work ‘On the Origin of Species’ put forward the theory of evolution […]
Are you ready to reduce waste? It’s time for our annual Roots & Shoots No Waste November, which is all about raising awareness about excess waste and encouraging its reduction. We’ve got lots of advice, guidance, hints, tips and motivation to help you – and your family, friends, school mates and colleagues – waste less […]