6 Degrees to Gombe: Why

In 1960, Jane Goodall ventured into the woods of Gombe National Park in Tanzania, where she began her groundbreaking research of chimpanzees. To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Jane’s research, we want Roots & Shoots members to show us how forest activities and projects they start in their communities, impact chimpanzees in Africa.

6 Degrees to Gombe is a way for members to meaningfully and creatively reflect on their projects, using their own take on the theory of "six degrees of separation". Not only does it celebrate 50 years of research in Gombe, it will also honour Jane’s legacy by returning to the founding principles of the Jane Goodall Institute, and Roots & Shoots: Chimpanzees and the interdependence of all living creatures around the world. 

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