Jane Goodall Institute

The Jane Goodall Institute (JGI) is a global wildlife and environment conservation organization headquartered in Vienna, Virginia. It was founded in 1977 by English primatologist Jane Goodall.[1]

The institute has offices in more than twenty-five countries around the world.[2]

Activities

Protecting Great Apes

JGI works to protect chimpanzees and other primates by supporting sanctuaries, law enforcement efforts to reduce illegal trafficking, and public education to protect endangered species in the wild.[3]

Improving Gender and Health Outcomes

JGI achieves this through community-centered health projects, improvements to water supplies, and programs designed to keep girls in school.[4]

Promoting Sustainable Livelihoods

JGI does this through improved agricultural practices, community-managed microcredit programs, and sustainable production techniques that increase incomes while protecting forests[5] and watersheds.[6]

See also

References
  1. Haugen, Brenda (2006). "Life and times". Jane Goodall : legendary primatologist. Minneapolis, Minn.: Compass Point Books. pp. 96-101. ISBN 9780756515904.
  2. "Our Global Presence - The Jane Goodall Institute". The Jane Goodall Institute. Retrieved 2017-09-22.
  3. "Protecting Great Apes & Primates from Disease & Trafficking - The Jane Goodall Institute". The Jane Goodall Institute. Retrieved 2015-10-26.
  4. "Improving Gender & Health Outcomes - The Jane Goodall Institute". The Jane Goodall Institute. Retrieved 2015-10-26.
  5. Baker, Sam (2019-07-12). "'The biggest problem is greed' says conservationist Jane Goodall". DW.COM. Retrieved 2019-07-13.
  6. "Promoting Sustainable Livelihoods - The Jane Goodall Institute". The Jane Goodall Institute. Retrieved 2015-10-26.
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