Jane Goodall Institute (Hong Kong)
| Company type | non-profit organization |
|---|---|
| Founded | 2002, Hong Kong |
| Headquarters | US |
Key people | Jane Goodall Genevieve Princess di San Faustino |
| Website | www.janegoodall.org.hk |
The Jane Goodall Institute (國際珍古德（香港）協會), founded in California in 1977 by Jane Goodall and Genevieve, Princess di San Faustino is a worldwide organization. With its headquarters in the US, the Jane Goodall Institute has 17 overseas offices. The Jane Goodall Institute Hong Kong is one of the Asian branches. In 2002, the Jane Goodall Institute Hong Kong was established as one of the local charities with the intention to motivate the Hong Kong public to show compassion and care for the community, animals and environment.
The objectives of the Institute are to promote the conservation of primate habitat and to raise the awareness of issues related to human relationships with one another, the environment and other animals. Alongside with its non-invasive research programmes on chimpanzees and other primates, the Institute advocates activities to ensure the well-being of chimpanzees, other primates and animals in general. This non-profit organization depends on supports in the forms of donations, sponsorship, collaboration partners and public promotion.
The Jane Goodall Institute's official statement of their mission is described as follows:
"The Jane Goodall Institute advances the power of individuals to take informed and compassionate action to improve the environment of all living things."[citation needed]
Who is Jane Goodall?
Jane Goodall ,PhD, DBE, the founder of the Jane Goodall Institute, was born in London, England on April 3, 1934. Being an active child, Goodall was excited by outdoors. In her childhood, she found herself fascinated by the mystique of the jungle. At the age of eleven, Goodall decided that she wanted to go to Africa, or even live there. And so she did. Jane Goodall went to Tanzania in 1960 to study chimpanzees. Her main scientific discoveries showed the many striking similarities between humans and chimpanzees and laid the foundation for all future primate studies. Dr. Jane Goodall always tries hard to protect the chimpanzees, and shares her own experience with the youth. She founded Roots & Shoots to engage and inspire the youth through community services and service learning. Because of the habitat of chimpanzees is decreasing day by day, nowadays Dr. Goodall devotes much of her life and energy to spreading the word about conservation and the dwindling chimp population. She held speechs in numerous high schools, colleges and universities in order to deliver her ideas and passion to the whole world.
Dr. Goodall is a prolific writer of environmentally-conscious publications for both adults and children. (Publications by Dr. Jane Goodall)
Jane Goodall and Her Chimpanzees
Observing and analysing the chimpanzees seems like Dr. Goodall's life-long career. She has spent part of her life studying and living with the chimpanzees. She was the first one who observed chimpanzees using and making tools, which always regards as the main difference between human and animal. She also found lots of similarities between humans and chimps, such as hugging, kissing, holding things. Because of the habitat of chimpanzees is decreasing day by day, nowadays Dr. Goodall devotes much of her life and energy to spreading the word about conservation and the dwindling chimp population. She held speechs in numerous high schools, colleges and universities in order to deliver her ideas and passion to the whole world. Chimpanzees is like a part of Dr. Goodall's life.
Jane Goodall's honours
Dr. Goodall has been honoured with the Medal of Tanzania, the National Geographic Society's Hubbard Medal, Japan's prestigious Kyoto Prize, the Prince of Asturias Award for Technical and Scientific Research 2003, the Benjamin Franklin Medal in Life Science, and the Gandhi/King Award for Nonviolence. She was named a United Nations “Messenger of Peace”in April 2002 by Secretary-General Annan, and was named a Dame of the British Empire, the equivalent of a knighthood in 2003 by Queen Elizabeth II.
Dr. Goodall has got honorary doctorates from numerous universities such as Utrecht University, Holland; Ludwig-Maximilians University, Munich; Stirling University, Scotland; Providence University, Taiwan; University of Guelph and Ryerson University in Canada; Buffalo University, Tufts University and other U.S. universities.
Jane Goodall's Visits to Hong Kong
December 2005, Dr. Jane Goodall came to Hong Kong and did a meaningful outing with the local Roots & Shoots groups in the Shing Mun Country Park. They found the macaques there begging to be fed and seeking unfinished food from rubbish bins. To resolve the situation, the members of R&S put forward different ideas, e.g. designing new bins and increasing the number of patrols to guard against illegal feeding. Dr. Jane Goodall was very impressed by what she saw. She believed that how the future goes will depend highly on the passion of the youth.
24th October 2006, Dr. Jane Goodall came to the University of Hong Kong to give a lecture on her research on Chimpanzee. She also shared her remarkable travelling experience in the past 20 years.
25th October 2006, Dr. Jane Goodall paid a visit to Hong Kong Wetland Park, accompanied by Enviroment Minister Sarah Liao Sau-tung. Dr. Goodall regarded the Park as a place Hong Kong people should take pride in.
26th October 2006, Dr. Jane Goodall was interviewed by CNN near the Lily Pond in the University of Hong Kong. During the interview, she was holding a cute toy monkey all along. It showed her great passion to the research on Chimpanzee, other primates and animals.
Jane Goodall Quotes
Here are some of Jane Goodall's quotations.[1]
- Every individual matters. Every individual has a role to play. Every individual makes a difference.
- If you really want something, and really work hard, and take advantage of opportunities, and never give up, you will find a way.
- Only if we understand can we care. Only if we care will we help. Only if we help shall they be saved.
- That I did not fail was due in part to patience....
- The least I can do is speak out for those who cannot speak for themselves.
- I wanted to talk to the animals like Dr. Doolittle.
- Chimpanzees have given me so much.
- I wanted to learn things that no one else knew, uncover secrets through patient observation.
- I wanted to come as close to talking to animals as I could.
Roots & Shoots
What is Roots and Shoots?
Roots and Shoots is the global conservation and education programme founded by Dr. Jane Goodall, which serves as the part of Jane Goodall Institute. The programme upholds the institute's principles of caring for the human community, animals, the environment, and aims to inspire the younger generation to learn through work, hence community service and service learning are widely promoted. The basis of the programme is the concept of knowledge leading to compassion, which in turn, inspires action.
It is the programme's agenda to implement positive change by educating through care and interaction with the environment, to demonstrate care and compassion for animals and all lifeforms, to establish a better understanding of different cultures, ethnic groups, religions, socio-economic classes and nations for individuals, and finally to aid the development of self-respect, confidence and a sense of hope for young people.
Why is it called 'Roots and Shoots'?
The name of Roots & Shoots is symbolic - roots lead to a strong and firm foundation while shoots seem infinitesimal in their unending pursuit of sunlight. By bonding, they can break through the brick walls, a metaphorical representation of the problems human beings suffer globally. Roots and Shoots is aimed mainly at young people, encouraging them to put their compassion into action, to show concern and to promote the betterment of human community, animals and the environment. Activities of programme include fund-raising, planting, bench cleaning and visits to the SPCA (Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals).
History of Roots & Shoots
Roots & Shoots began with 16 students who was quite attracted by animals and environment. But they found they can't get enough information they were longing to through their class in school. So they gathered with Dr. Goodall on her front porch in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania in 1991. After a deep conversation, they backed to school and began to find students like them and then took action together. Thus, the Roots & Shoots programme born. Now there are more than 4500 groups around the world in over 90 countries.
How to become a Roots and Shoots member?
Eligibility for membership is guaranteed to all children or youth under the age of 18, with creativity and passion to improve the conditions of the community, animals and the environment. Two or more individuals from any backgrounds can form their Roots and Shoots group upon registration with the Jane Goodall Institute (Hong Kong). One committed adult is required to be the group coordinator in a group of young members. An annual membership fee of HKD$250 is also required. Group names will be assigned once they are registered. These Roots and Shoots groups can then start up their own little campaign to improve the environment. There are more than 4500 groups around the world in over 70 countries. Memebers of Roots and Shoots include students from local primary and secondary schools, such as the Hong Kong International School, Hong Kong's Victoria Shanghai Academy and Tack Ching Primary School.
What can a Roots and Shoots member contribute?
Members of Roots and Shoots would recieve a start-up packet with R&S coordinator's manual and newsletters, as well as an oppurtunity to take part in glocal contests and projects for a broadening experience. Members are able to take part in the annual youth and college summits. Resources would be given to members to equip them with essential skills and confidence to hold group discussions about local and environmental issues, which they are to brainstorm relevant solutions. Members are also encourage to submit their activity reports and photos to maintain the extensive network of this global conservation programme.
Current and Previous Projects
- Monkey Conservation Ambassador Programme
Monkey Conservation Ambassador Programme is one of the programmes that offered by Hong Kong Roots and Shoots. Its aim is to raise awareness of Hongkong's wild Macaques in Country Parks and cut down the complaints, attacks and illegal feeding of the public.It will last from 1 September 2006 to 29 April 2007.
Who is eligible to join? All tertiary students who are outgoing and good at team work, like to care about the wildlife and conservation and are enthusiasm to learn about Hong Kong's wild macaques are welcome to join the program.
What can I gain from the program? In this programme, the applied ambassadors will learn more about the wild macaques and how to work with team members.
- Pollution in Hong Kong
The Roots and Shoots group from the Hong Kong International School aims to raise public awareness of the air, water and land pollution problems in Hong Kong. The group also hope to help solve these problems by raising money for organizations with the same focus.
- Human impact on the environment
The Guardians of the Earth from Hong Kong's Victoria Shanghai Academy aims to investigate how humans are affecting their natural environment. They started their projects by observing man-made objects and human activities in relation to the environment.
- Care for animals
The Roots and Shoots group from the Tack Ching Primary School held a campaign of animal care. Activities include visiting the SPCA Wanchai Centre and fund-raising for the SPCA. The group also collected used towels and toys for abandoned dogs at SPCA.
- Care for Hong Kong's environment
Roots and Shoots members from various schools and communities joined hands at the Beach Cleaning Day at Sha Chau & Lung Kwu Chau Marine Park. They also organized a Chinese White Dolphin Boat trip.
- Care for Hong Kong's community and environment
Roots and Shoots members and the scout members cooperated in an activity in which they learned the skills of planting. The 'Shoots of Hope' were sent to Hong Kong School For The Deaf and Methodist Yang Center.
Books related to Roots & Shoots
Support The Jane Goodall Institute
As The Jane Goodall Institute (HK) is a non sub-vented charitable organization, they need lots of support from the community. There are mainly 2 ways to get involved in making contribution.
Firstly, you can make a donation to them.Donationg includes gifts, investment to some programmes and buy of sustainably grown flowers from Organic Bouquet. The money will be used in developing new materials and technologies for the Roots & Shoots. You can choose either become a Hong Kong Roots & Shoots partner, fund Hong Kong R&S projects or sponsor a Roots & Shoots group.
Secondly, you can become a member of The Jane Goodall Institue (Hong Kong) and join the Roots & Shoots. The volunteer team usually organize local Roots & Shoots activities, hold exhibition and school talks, assist in office administration e.t.c.
Both Donation Form and Volunteer Form can be downloaded from their website (as provided below).
External links
- The Jane Goodall Institute Hong Kong
- The Jane Goodall Institute(Taiwan)
- The Jane Goodall Institute Homepage
- The Roots and Shoots Homepage
- Monkey Conservation Ambassador Programme
Related Articles in English
- National Geographic News - Jane Goodall:40 years in Africa
- National Geographic News - Jane Goodall: Environment Shouldn't Be Victim of 9/11
- Time magazine - Dr. Jane Goodall named as European Hero
- Salon magazine - If she chould talk to the animals (article by Douglas Cruickshank)
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Video clips
- Jane Goodall: Take Actions for Better World
- Jane Goodall Interview
- Jane Goodall Speaks out against Primate Research
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